Garmin Cirqa Smart Ring Surfaces in Indonesian Certification Database — Garmin's First Ring Could Arrive Late 2026

A Garmin Cirqa Smart Ring has surfaced in Indonesia{"'"}s e-Sertifikasi certification database, revealing that Garmin is actively developing its first-ever smart ring. The filing, spotted on August 12 and quickly removed, listed a Taiwan-built fitness device under certificate number 125338/DJID/2026, registered by PT Garmin Indonesia Distribution.

What We Know

• Name: "Cirqa Smart Ring" — extending the Cirqa brand from Garmin{"'"}s existing Cirqa Smart Band ($199)
• Origin: Built in Taiwan, consistent with Garmin{"'"}s manufacturing footprint
• Status: Filing was approved then removed — a pattern common with pre-announcement products
• Launch window: Analysts suggest late 2026 or early 2027

Why This Matters

A Garmin smart ring would be a serious threat to Oura. Garmin{"'"}s key advantage: no subscription required. While the Oura Ring 5 ($349+) requires a $5.99/month membership for full analytics, Garmin{"'"}s Cirqa Smart Band already delivers health tracking with no recurring fees. If the ring follows the same model, it would undercut Oura{"'"}s total cost of ownership significantly.

Garmin also brings its massive training ecosystem — Garmin Connect, Training Status, Body Battery — to a ring form factor. Athletes who already wear a Garmin watch could pair a ring for 24/7 recovery tracking without the wrist bulk at night.

The Smart Ring Landscape

The smart ring market is currently led by Oura (74% share) with Samsung{"'"}s Galaxy Ring 2 delayed by patent disputes. The RingConn Gen 2 ($299) and Ultrahuman Ring Air ($180) offer budget alternatives. Garmin{"'"}s entry could reshape the market in 2027. Compare all options in our smart ring guide.