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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£95
  • Avg. price in US: ~$100
  • Form factor: Cylindrical
  • Battery life: 180 days
  • Screen size: ?

Misfit Ray review. Compare 171 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among fitness trackers and if it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the fitness tracker's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best fitness trackers on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.2

Technical Score

20.0%

8.0

User score

Very good
7.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

7.5

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

9.2

Battery

18.0%

5.5

Health

18.0%

4.7

Display

8.0%

8.4

Smart Features

8.0%

8.8

App & Wellness

4.0%

7.8

Connectivity

4.0%

9.1

Design & Durability

Very good
8.0

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

7.1

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Excellent
  • 7.7
    Swimming

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    24.0%

    4.0

    Open-water swim mode

    18.0%

    10

    Waterproof depth rating

    15.0%

    4.0

    GPS

    15.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 9.8
    Kids

    Score components:

    30.0%

    10

    Battery life

    25.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    10

    ATM rating

    15.0%

    9.0

    Screen size

    10.0%

    10

    Price

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Verdict

The Misfit Ray is a minimalist, 8-gram, 12mm x 38mm cylindrical anodized aluminum tracker that utilizes a 3-axis accelerometer to track steps, calories, and sleep, offering 50-meter water resistance. Powered by replaceable batteries lasting up to 6 months, its key advantages include a versatile, jewelry-like design with interchangeable 8mm bands, always-on tracking, and a multicolor notification LED. Limitations include the lack of a screen or heart rate sensor, a finicky battery replacement process, and variable, sometimes inaccurate, tracking results.

Technical Specifications of Misfit Ray

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the fitness tracker's technical performance, covering eight key areas: health tracking, sports features, connectivity, display, battery, smart features, design, and app support.

When it matters: When you want to compare fitness trackers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

7.5

Sports & Navigation

20.0%

9.2

Battery

18.0%

5.5

Health

18.0%

4.7

Display

8.0%

8.4

Smart Features

8.0%

8.8

App & Wellness

4.0%

7.8

Connectivity

4.0%

9.1

Design & Durability

7.2
Misfit Ray has a technical score of 7.23 points, which is higher than 59.2% of fitness trackers.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.

When it matters: When you want to know how a fitness tracker performs in daily use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

7.1

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.5
(169)
amazon
3.7
(77)
amazon
1.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

8.0
Misfit Ray has a user score of 7.97 points, which is lower than 81.2% of fitness trackers.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the fitness tracker.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
10
Misfit Ray has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 60.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the fitness tracker's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a fitness tracker with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.2
Misfit Ray has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 59.2% of products in this category.
Heart rate monitor
What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

Importance: HIGH

no
Misfit Ray does not support heart rate monitoring. 60.3% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
Resting heart rate
What it is: Measures heart rate while resting.
When it matters: When deeper insight into sleep quality, recovery, or overall readiness matters more than raw numbers alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Misfit Ray does not support Resting heart rate. 48.5% of fitness trackers support Resting heart rate.
Fast/slow heart rate alerts
What it is: Alerts for heart rates that are too fast or too slow.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support high and low heart rate alerts. 33.7% of fitness trackers support high and low heart rate alerts.
Irregular heart rate alerts
What it is: Warns of irregular or abnormal heart rhythms.
When it matters: When you want the tracker to warn you about unusual changes instead of only logging them.

Importance: LOW

?
Blood oxygen sensor
What it is: Sensor that measures blood oxygen saturation.
When it matters: When blood oxygen readings are part of the health picture you want from the device instead of relying on heart rate and step count alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Misfit Ray does not have a blood oxygen sensor. 26.1% of fitness trackers have a blood oxygen sensor.
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GPS
What it is: Satellite navigation capability for positioning and tracking.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want pace, distance, and route tracking without depending completely on your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not have GPS. 11% of fitness trackers have GPS.
Satellite systems supported
What it is: States which satellite navigation systems the device can use for positioning.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray supports no satellite systems which is less versatile than that of 12.2% of fitness trackers and the same as that of 87.8% of fitness trackers.
no satellite positioning support.
GNSS bands supported
What it is: Number and type of GNSS frequency bands supported.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

?
Galileo support
What it is: Supports Galileo satellite system.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support Galileo. 4.9% of fitness trackers support Galileo.
Acquires GPS faster
What it is: Shows whether the tracker includes features that help it lock onto satellite positioning more quickly at the start of an outdoor activity.
When it matters: When you train outdoors and want stronger positioning, route guidance, and navigation independence from your phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support faster GPS acquisition. 7.2% of fitness trackers support faster GPS acquisition.
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Notifications
What it is: Delivers smartphone notifications on the watch.
When it matters: When getting calls, messages, and app alerts on your wrist saves you from checking your phone constantly.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Misfit Ray supports notifications. 27.5% of fitness trackers support notifications.
vibration/LED alerts only.
Vibrating alerts
What it is: Provides vibration-based notifications and alerts.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

yes
Misfit Ray supports vibration alerts. 16.3% of fitness trackers support vibration alerts.
Call control
What it is: Allows control of phone calls from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support call controls. 41.1% of fitness trackers support call controls.
Call answering
What it is: Allows answering calls directly from the device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support call answering. 1% of fitness trackers support call answering.
Calendar sync
What it is: Syncs calendar events with the connected device.
When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support calendar sync. 19.9% of fitness trackers support calendar sync.
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Activity reports
What it is: Generates summaries and insights from activity data.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Misfit Ray supports activity reports. 5.7% of fitness trackers support activity reports.
Goal setting
What it is: Allows setting personal fitness or activity goals.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

yes
Misfit Ray supports goal setting. 2.4% of fitness trackers support goal setting.
Achievements
What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support achievements. 76.2% of fitness trackers support achievements.
Inactivity alerts
What it is: Alerts when the user has been inactive for too long.
When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

Importance: LOW

yes
Misfit Ray supports inactivity alerts. 23.7% of fitness trackers support inactivity alerts.
Coaching
What it is: Provides guided training and workout advice.
When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support coaching. 33% of fitness trackers support coaching.
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Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth supported by the device.
When it matters: When wireless stability, pairing quality, and long-term phone compatibility matter more than Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
Misfit Ray supports Bluetooth 4.0 which is newer than in 5.1% of fitness trackers and equal to that in 51.5% of fitness trackers.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: States the maximum Bluetooth connection range supported under normal conditions.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Misfit Ray offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m which is higher than that of 14.6% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 69.2% of fitness trackers.
NFC
What it is: Supports near-field communication for contactless features.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not have NFC. 10.1% of fitness trackers have NFC.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Connects to wireless internet networks.
When it matters: When the tracker should sync, update, or download data directly without always routing everything through the phone.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support Wi-Fi. 1.8% of fitness trackers support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Version of Wi-Fi standard supported.
When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support modern Wi-Fi. 1% of fitness trackers support modern Wi-Fi.
no Wi-Fi support.
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Battery life
What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >5 days

180 days
Misfit Ray offers a battery life of 180 days which is longer than that of 87.6% of fitness trackers and equal to that of 5.9% of fitness trackers.
Battery life with GPS on
What it is: Battery duration when GPS tracking is active.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=8 hours

N/A
Battery life in training mode
What it is: Battery duration during active training sessions.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

?
Battery life in power-saving mode
What it is: Battery duration when using power-saving mode.
When it matters: When you want fewer charging breaks during travel, longer workouts, sleep tracking, or continuous use.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Battery capacity
What it is: Energy storage capacity of the battery.
When it matters: When you want rough battery context behind the runtime claim instead of trusting the advertised hours alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=100 mAh

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Display
What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not have a display. 76.4% of fitness trackers have a display.
Uses indicator lights instead of a full display.
Screen size
What it is: Physical size of the device’s display measured diagonally.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Display type
What it is: Technology used for the screen, such as AMOLED or LCD.
When it matters: When display technology affects contrast, color quality, power efficiency, or how premium the screen feels.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Screen resolution
What it is: Total number of pixels displayed on the screen.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Pixel density
What it is: Number of pixels per inch determining screen sharpness.
When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=280 ppi

N/A
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Form factor
What it is: Overall physical design and shape.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

Cylindrical
Hybrid design
What it is: Combines analog and digital display elements.
When it matters: When materials, shape, and build details affect comfort, durability, or how discreet the device feels.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray does not support Hybrid design. 2.4% of fitness trackers support Hybrid design.
Designed for kids
What it is: Indicates whether the fitness tracker is explicitly designed for children, with child-focused sizing, branding, safety limits, or kid-oriented activity features.
When it matters: This matters when you want a tracker that is genuinely child-focused rather than just a smaller adult model.

Importance: LOW

no
Misfit Ray is not designed for kids. 2.4% of fitness trackers are designed for kids.
No child-specific positioning found.
Replaceable watch band
What it is: Ability to replace the wristband with other styles.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

yes
Misfit Ray has a replaceable watch band. 24.4% of fitness trackers have a replaceable watch band.
Band width
What it is: Width of the strap where it connects to the watch.
When it matters: When strap comfort, fit, or the ability to swap bands matters for sport, style, or replacement.

Importance: LOW

8 mm
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Misfit Ray vs the average fitness tracker

  • 170 days longer battery life
    Misfit Ray has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (180 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
    What it is: Total time the battery lasts on a full charge.
    When it matters: When the tracker needs to last through travel, sleep tracking, long workouts, or several days between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >5 days

    Misfit Ray has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (180 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.180 days vs 10 days
  • Phone finder support
    Misfit Ray supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
    What it is: Helps locate a connected smartphone.
    When it matters: When staying reachable from your wrist helps you avoid checking your phone constantly.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
  • 54.4% lighter
    Misfit Ray is lighter than the average fitness tracker (11.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
    What it is: Weight of the device including strap.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <25 g

    Misfit Ray is lighter than the average fitness tracker (11.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.11.4 g vs 25 g
  • Windows compatible
    Misfit Ray is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
    Via Misfit Windows app.
    What it is: Compatible with Windows computers.
    When it matters: When compatibility with your phone, computer, accessories, or wireless setup affects how well the tracker fits into your ecosystem.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • Removable battery
    Misfit Ray has a removable battery, while the average fitness tracker does not. 13.6% of fitness trackers have a removable battery.
    Uses a user-replaceable coin-cell battery.
    What it is: Battery can be physically removed and replaced.
    When it matters: When charging speed, charging method, or battery upkeep convenience matters to your routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray has a removable battery, while the average fitness tracker does not. 13.6% of fitness trackers have a removable battery.
  • Auto lap
    Misfit Ray supports auto lap, while the average fitness tracker does not. 19.9% of fitness trackers support auto lap.
    Swimming only; paid Speedo feature.
    What it is: Automatically records laps during activity.
    When it matters: When you want repeated laps or distance splits logged automatically instead of tapping manual markers during a run or ride.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray supports auto lap, while the average fitness tracker does not. 19.9% of fitness trackers support auto lap.
  • Camera remote control
    Misfit Ray supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
    What it is: Lets the watch control the smartphone camera remotely.
    When it matters: When you want to trigger the phone camera remotely for selfies, group shots, or setup photos.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
  • Points-based system
    Misfit Ray supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
    Uses Misfit points.
    What it is: Uses a points system for motivation.
    When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
  • Auto lap
    Misfit Ray supports auto lap, while the average fitness tracker does not. 19.9% of fitness trackers support auto lap.
  • 170 days longer battery life
    Misfit Ray has a higher battery life than the average fitness tracker (180 days vs 10 days). The average fitness tracker has 10 days of battery life.
  • Removable battery
    Misfit Ray has a removable battery, while the average fitness tracker does not. 13.6% of fitness trackers have a removable battery.
  • Windows compatible
    Misfit Ray is compatible with Windows, while the average fitness tracker is not. 22.3% of fitness trackers are compatible with Windows.
  • Phone finder support
    Misfit Ray supports phone finding, while the average fitness tracker does not. 49.5% of fitness trackers support phone finding.
  • Camera remote control
    Misfit Ray supports camera remote control, while the average fitness tracker does not. 38.6% of fitness trackers support camera remote control.
  • 54.4% lighter
    Misfit Ray is lighter than the average fitness tracker (11.4 g vs 25 g). The average fitness tracker weighs 25 g.
  • Points-based system
    Misfit Ray supports a points-based system, while the average fitness tracker does not. 39.1% of fitness trackers support a points-based system.
  • No heart rate monitoring
    Misfit Ray does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
  • No pace measurement
    Misfit Ray does not support pace measurement, while the average fitness tracker does. 61.3% of fitness trackers support pace measurement.
  • No rechargeable battery
    Misfit Ray does not have a rechargeable battery, while the average fitness tracker does. 86% of fitness trackers have a rechargeable battery.
    Uses a replaceable non-rechargeable battery.
  • No display
    Misfit Ray does not have a display, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
    Uses indicator lights instead of a full display.
  • No stopwatch
    Misfit Ray does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
  • 1 mm thicker design
    Misfit Ray is thicker than the average fitness tracker (12 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
  • No achievements
    Misfit Ray does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
  • Ads in app
    Misfit Ray shows ads in the app, while the average fitness tracker does not. 50.6% of fitness trackers have an ad-free app.
  • No heart rate monitoring
    Misfit Ray does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
    What it is: Sensor that measures heart rate in real time.
    When it matters: When you care about live heart-rate feedback during training or resting trends outside of workouts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Misfit Ray does not support heart rate monitoring, while the average fitness tracker does. 60% of fitness trackers support heart rate monitoring.
  • No pace measurement
    Misfit Ray does not support pace measurement, while the average fitness tracker does. 61.3% of fitness trackers support pace measurement.
    What it is: Measures running or walking speed.
    When it matters: When you want the tracker to capture more workouts and training details with less manual effort.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Misfit Ray does not support pace measurement, while the average fitness tracker does. 61.3% of fitness trackers support pace measurement.
  • No stopwatch
    Misfit Ray does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
    What it is: Built-in stopwatch for timing activities.
    When it matters: When buttons, crowns, gestures, or direct controls affect how quickly you can use the device mid-activity.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray does not have a stopwatch, while the average fitness tracker does. 58.4% of fitness trackers have a stopwatch.
  • No achievements
    Misfit Ray does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
    What it is: Rewards progress and completed milestones.
    When it matters: When you want the app to motivate you with goals, reports, coaching, or progress feedback over time.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray does not support achievements, while the average fitness tracker does. 75.8% of fitness trackers support achievements.
  • Ads in app
    Misfit Ray shows ads in the app, while the average fitness tracker does not. 50.6% of fitness trackers have an ad-free app.
    What it is: Operates without advertisements.
    When it matters: When account rules, app costs, exports, or software flexibility affect whether the ecosystem suits you long term.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray shows ads in the app, while the average fitness tracker does not. 50.6% of fitness trackers have an ad-free app.
  • No display
    Misfit Ray does not have a display, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
    Uses indicator lights instead of a full display.
    What it is: Main interface showing information and metrics.
    When it matters: When easier reading at a glance and better day-to-day screen comfort matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray does not have a display, while the average fitness tracker does. 76.1% of fitness trackers have a display.
  • No rechargeable battery
    Misfit Ray does not have a rechargeable battery, while the average fitness tracker does. 86% of fitness trackers have a rechargeable battery.
    Uses a replaceable non-rechargeable battery.
    What it is: Battery can be recharged multiple times.
    When it matters: When charging speed, charging method, or battery upkeep convenience matters to your routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Misfit Ray does not have a rechargeable battery, while the average fitness tracker does. 86% of fitness trackers have a rechargeable battery.
  • 1 mm thicker design
    Misfit Ray is thicker than the average fitness tracker (12 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.
    What it is: Total depth of the watch case.
    When it matters: When overall size, thickness, or weight affects comfort during all-day wear, sleep, or exercise.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <10 mm

    Misfit Ray is thicker than the average fitness tracker (12 mm vs 11 mm). The average fitness tracker has a thickness of 11 mm.12 mm vs 11 mm

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Misfit Ray?

  • Sleek, minimalist design that looks like jewelry rather than a fitness tracker
  • Exceptional 6-month battery life using replaceable button cells, eliminating frequent charging
  • Water-resistant up to 50 meters, suitable for swimming and showering
  • Lightweight and comfortable for all-day and overnight wear
  • Automatic tracking for activity and sleep cycles
  • Discreet vibration alerts for incoming calls and texts

What customers dislike about Misfit Ray?

  • Lacks a digital display or clock, requiring a smartphone to check detailed progress
  • Activity and distance tracking can be less accurate than higher-end competitors
  • The companion app lacks some advanced features and third-party integrations (e.g., Strava)
  • Some users find the tubular aluminum design uncomfortable on certain wrist shapes
  • Basic sports band may feel thin or less durable compared to leather options
  • No built-in heart rate monitor

Expert reviews

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expertreviews.co.uk
23/01/2017

The Expert Reviews review praises the Misfit Ray as a highly comfortable, minimalist, and entry-level fitness tracker that excels in aesthetic appeal. Weighing only 8g, its sleek anodised aluminium cylindrical design integrates seamlessly onto the wrist like subtle jewellery, making it exceptionally lightweight and secure during activities. The reviewer highlights several standout...Read more

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techradar.com
20/07/2016

The review highlights several distinct pros and cons regarding the device's overall value and usability. On the positive side, the tracker boasts an unusual, sleek aesthetic, integrates with a very polished and well-designed mobile application, and delivers an impressive six-month battery life powered by replaceable cells. Conversely, the cons include its high price tag relative to...Read more

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techaeris.com
14/10/2017

The Techaeris review highlights the Misfit Ray as a stylish, aircraft-grade aluminum activity tracker with a notable six-month battery life and accurate tracking for steps, running, and cycling. It also features customizable haptic notifications and a smart button for controlling connected devices. However, the review notes cons such as unreliable sleep tracking, which often...Read more

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arstechnica.com
21/04/2016

The Misfit Ray is an elegantly minimalist, $99 fitness tracker made of aircraft-grade aluminum that prioritizes style and blends seamlessly with traditional jewelry. It handles core health metrics by tracking steps, calories, distance, and sleep automatically, displaying overall progress through a unique point system in its modern companion app. The device includes a tri-axis...Read more

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pcmag.com
24/05/2016

The PCMag review rates the $99.99 Misfit Ray 4.0/5, highlighting its stylish, minimalist, and comfortable cylindrical aluminum design as a top feature. Key advantages include accurate, automatic step and sleep tracking, 5ATM swim-proof water resistance, and a long-lasting battery lasting four to six months. Significant drawbacks noted in the review include the lack of a display...Read more

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wareable.com
11/04/2016

The Misfit Ray is highlighted as a stylish, durable, and lightweight tracker, featuring a 38mm-long, 8-gram aluminum cylindrical body designed for versatile wear. Key advantages include improved 8mm strap mechanics that eliminate previous popping-out issues, robust 50-meter water resistance, and a six-month battery life powered by coin cells. However, the minimalist design...Read more

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theverge.com
08/07/2016

The Misfit Ray is a stylish, lightweight, and highly comfortable fitness tracker that functions as a minimalist, jewelry-like accessory with a six-month battery life and durable 50-meter water resistance. It effectively tracks basic activities like steps, distance, and sleep, making it an ideal, low-maintenance option for casual users. However, the device lacks a display, relying on...Read more

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alvinology.com
07/10/2016

The Misfit Ray is a highly stylish and versatile fitness tracker featuring a unique cylindrical design made of anodized aluminum or stainless steel, complete with a multicolor LED progress display. A major standout feature is its 24/7 wearability, as it is completely swim-proof and operates without the need for regular charging. Powered by three replaceable 393 batteries, the device...Read more

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gstylemag.com
23/06/2016

However, the device does have several notable drawbacks and limitations. It completely lacks high-end tracking hardware, meaning it cannot measure advanced metrics such as elevation, location, or heart rate. Because of this, data like body weight, nutrition, and intense workouts must be logged manually in the app. The reviewer also points out an inherent margin of error in its step...Read more

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thegamerwithkids.com
23/06/2016

The Misfit Ray is a minimalist, fashion-forward activity tracker designed for regular users who want a discrete device rather than a bulky, utility-focused gadget. Its standout features include a cylindrical, elegant aluminum body that mimics a bracelet, can be worn alongside a watch, or converted into a necklace. Major pros highlighted in the review are its versatile...Read more

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the-gadgeteer.com
23/08/2016

The Misfit Ray is a fashion-forward, cylindrical fitness tracker made of anodized aluminum that prioritizes simple aesthetics over a traditional screen interface. It automatically tracks daily steps, distance, and calories while syncing seamlessly with the Misfit App and third-party software like Apple Health. Instead of a display, users tap the device twice to prompt a...Read more

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cnet.com
22/06/2016

The Misfit Ray is a minimalist, tube-shaped fitness tracker designed to mimic a space-age piece of jewelry rather than a standard technological gadget. Priced at around $100, the device automatically tracks basic steps, sleep patterns, and short activity sessions. It features a highly versatile design that allows users to wear it as a bracelet or a necklace pendant. Furthermore, it...Read more

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pocket-lint.com
05/05/2016

The Misfit Ray is an affordable, minimal activity tracker built from an anodised aluminium tube that allows it to be stylishly worn alongside traditional watches or jewellery. Key advantages include its sophisticated design, waterproof rating up to 50 metres, good sleep tracking capabilities, and the use of three replaceable button cell batteries that eliminate the need for constant...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
24/05/2016

The Misfit Ray is an exceptionally stylish, comfortable, and modular fitness tracker designed for the fashion-conscious user, earning an "Excellent" 4.0 rating. Its sleek, 1.5-inch brushed aluminum cylinder design allows it to be easily swapped between silicone bands, leather bands, or necklaces to match different outfits. In terms of performance, the tracker features a 3-axis...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
15/07/2016

The Misfit Ray is highlighted as a stylish, entry-level wearable designed for fashion-conscious users, featuring a durable, 50-metre water-resistant aluminium cylinder design and a six-month battery life. While praised for its aesthetic, accurate sleep tracking, and basic activity monitoring, the device is limited by a lack of a display screen for immediate data viewing. However,...Read more

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mobiflip.de
11/09/2016

The Misfit Ray is a sleek, fashion-forward fitness tracker crafted from high-quality aluminium that intentionally breaks away from the company's traditional circular design to serve as a minimalist style accessory. It provides highly accurate tracking for daily steps, sleep quality, and specialized sports such as yoga, cycling, and running. Powered by three replaceable 393 button...Read more

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pocketpc.ch
14/07/2016

The Misfit Ray is a fashion-focused, minimalist fitness tracker designed as a sleek, anodized aluminum cylinder that comfortably blends with jewelry, weighing only 8 grams. Key pros include 50-meter water resistance, a vibrating motor for notifications, and a six-month battery life utilizing replaceable button cells. Conversely, the device lacks a display, relying on a confusing...Read more

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chip.de
25/08/2016

The Misfit Ray fitness tracker receives a mediocre, satisfactory review due to several performance and feature limitations. On the positive side, the device stands out for its highly attractive, stylish design and its exceptionally long battery life, which lasts up to six months. However, it heavily compromises on core fitness-tracking functionality. It is noted for being quite...Read more

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it-zoom.de
25. Oktober 2016

The Misfit Ray is a minimalist, cylinder-shaped aluminum fitness and sleep tracker measuring 38 mm in length and 12 mm in diameter, weighing just 14 grams with its leather band. It features a 3-axis accelerometer to track steps, distances, calories, and sleep quality, as well as a vibration motor and a multicolor LED display for goal progression. Operating via Bluetooth, it is...Read more

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appgefahren.de
10. Februar 2017

The Misfit Ray is a sleek, minimalist fitness tracker designed for users who prefer a stylish, jewelry-like accessory over bulky, screen-heavy sport bands. Crafted from a matte aluminium cylinder available in shades like black, gold, and rose gold, it lacks a digital display, relying instead on a multi-coloured LED light and vibration alerts to show daily goal progress and phone...Read more

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fitnessmodern.de
10/07/2026

The Misfit Ray review on fitnessmodern.de highlights it as a highly minimalist and fashionable entry-level activity tracker initially launched after Misfit was acquired by the Fossil Group[-0.1.1]. Priced at a retail launch point of €99, the device stands out for its unique cylindrical aluminum housing that measures 12 mm in diameter and 38 mm in length[-0.1.1]. Weighing a mere 8...Read more

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fitness-tracker-test.info
28. März 2017

The Misfit Ray is a highly stylish, minimalist activity tracker featuring a sleek, featherlight aluminum chassis designed for maximum comfort, 50-meter water resistance, and a six-month battery life. Its key advantages lie in this stylish, non-tech look and low maintenance, along with its ability to track swim metrics. YouTube · Conversely, the device sacrifices functionality for...Read more

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androidmag.de
17/02/2016

The AndroidMag review of the Misfit Ray gives it a 4 out of 5-star rating, highlighting a successful blend of fashion-forward design and technical utility. Key strengths include a high-quality aluminum cylindrical housing, a lightweight, modular design, and versatility in how it can be worn. Conversely, the emphasis on aesthetics introduces drawbacks, such as the lack of a display...Read more

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stuffi.fr
22/08/2016

The Misfit Ray is a minimalist fitness tracker designed primarily as a stylish, screenless accessory that can be worn alongside regular jewelry. In terms of advantages, the reviewer highlights its exceptional battery life powered by three replaceable batteries, its waterproof design up to 50 meters, and its highly aesthetic, metallic cylindrical build suitable for both men and...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
23/07/2016

The Misfit Ray is an 8-gram, jewelry-inspired aluminum tracker designed for 24/7 wear, featuring an impressive 6-month battery life via replaceable coin cells and 50-meter water resistance. It focuses on style, offering a subtle design that acts as both an activity tracker and a fashionable accessory. Key features include vibration alerts for notifications, a smart alarm, and...Read more

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nakan.ch
22/01/2017

The Misfit Ray is a minimalistic, cylindrical aluminium activity tracker designed to be worn discreetly as a bracelet or a necklace. It tracks daily steps, distance, and calories, converting activity into a proprietary "points" system, and features automatic sleep tracking and customisable vibration alerts for smartphone notifications. Powered by three replaceable 393 button cell...Read more

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soniablanco.es
04/01/2017

In her review of the Misfit Ray, Sonia Blanco highlights the device's elegant, discreet design, noting that it closely resembles a traditional steel or copper piece of jewelry rather than a standard plastic activity tracker. The primary advantage emphasized is its zero-maintenance battery system, which utilizes three small replaceable batteries lasting approximately six months,...Read more

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larazon.es
11/07/2016

The Misfit Ray is a minimal, cylindrical fitness tracker built from anodized aluminum that blends the aesthetics of high-end jewelry with everyday functionality. This lightweight, 8-gram wearable tracks daily steps, calories burned, and sleep patterns, syncing all data directly to a smartphone app compatible with Android and iOS. Its standout features (pros) include a highly durable...Read more

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elpais.com
01/08/2016

The Misfit Ray is an anodised aluminium fitness tracker priced between €99.99 and €119.99, distinguished by its 8-gram cylindrical, jewelry-like design. It offers a 6-month battery life, 50-metre water resistance, and a user-friendly app for tracking daily metrics. EL PAÍS Key advantages include its unobtrusive aesthetic, excellent battery autonomy, and simple, customizable...Read more

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xatakamovil.com
08/07/2016

The Misfit Ray review by Anna Martí on Xataka Móvil highlights the device as a minimalist, tube-shaped activity tracker that focuses heavily on clean, versatile aesthetics. Built from high-quality aluminum, its cylindrical design allows it to be worn discreetly in various forms, such as a bracelet or a necklace, blending in much better than traditional sportier bands. Its defining...Read more

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smartworld.it
20/01/2017

The Misfit Ray is a sleek, lightweight fitness tracker designed by Fossil that prioritizes aesthetics, resembling a piece of jewelry rather than a traditional wearable. Built as a display-less metallic cylinder with a single multi-colored LED indicator, it tracks daily steps, activity progress, and sleep duration automatically with solid precision. Key advantages include its elegant...Read more

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techgirl.nl
12/07/2016

The Misfit Ray is a stylish, cylinder-shaped activity and sleep tracker designed to look like a piece of jewellery and operate 24/7. Operating on three small replaceable batteries that last approximately six months, it eliminates the need for regular charging and is fully waterproof for continuous wear. Since it lacks a digital display, the device uses a single multi-coloured LED...Read more

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id.nl
13/09/2016

The Misfit Ray is described as a minimalist, jewelry-like activity tracker featuring a versatile, lightweight aluminum design that can be worn on the wrist, as a necklace, or attached to clothing. Key advantages highlighted include its 50-meter water resistance and a six-month battery life that requires no charging, making it ideal for continuous, low-maintenance tracking of steps...Read more

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rtl.nl
26/09/2016

The RTL NL review features Instagram fitness influencer Rachelle van Koningsbruggen testing the Misfit Ray activity tracker during the Bright Day tech festival for the Bright TV television program. The core appeal highlighted in this testing segment is the device's unique, lightweight tubular form factor that allows it to blend seamlessly into a user's style like a piece of regular...Read more

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smarthealth.live
01/09/2016

Misfit Ray Review Summary The Misfit Ray is a stylish, screenless activity tracker priced at €99 that prioritises a sleek design over complex athletic metrics, functioning effectively as a modern fashion accessory. Its standout features include a highly lightweight and comfortable build, a battery life lasting up to six months on three small replaceable batteries, and a water...Read more

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cynthia.nl
09/04/2017

The Misfit Ray is a versatile, screenless activity tracker reviewed after four months of usage by blogger Cynthia Schultz, who praises its unique features and €89 price point. Operating on an alternative "points" goal system based on activity intensity rather than a strict step count, the device pairs seamlessly with the intuitive Misfit Link smartphone app to track steps, distance,...Read more

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