Women who don’t want the hassle of a pill every day may find NuvaRing a more low-maintenance option. It only needs to be inserted once a month and then taken out three weeks later, which saves a lot of time and might be more suitable if you’re a little forgetful.
NuvaRing’s effectiveness is the same as the pill’s, so whether it’s better depends on other factors. One benefit of the birth control ring is that your protection levels don’t change if you’re sick and experience vomiting or diarrhoea. On the other hand, other women might feel more comfortable with an oral contraceptive. So it comes down to personal choice really.