Updated September 30, 2026 · CommuteCue Editorial Team
Lumos Helmet vs UNIT 1
UNIT 1
Lumos Helmet
Higher score in this comparison
Where Lumos Helmet and UNIT 1 differ
| Compare | Lumos HelmetReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | UNIT 1ReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $9.95 | €170.95 |
| Weight (g) | 370 to 450Lower | 430 |
| Fit range | 55-58cm, 58-61cm | S to L, 20.1-24.4 in |
| Warranty | 12 months | 24 monthsHigher |
| Markets | US, CA, MX, NO, CH, GB, SG, AU, NZ | AU, AT, BE, BN, BG, CA, HR, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HK, HU, IN, ID, IE, IT, JP, LV, LT, LU, MO, MY, MT, MC, NL, NZ, PL, PT, QA, RO, SA, SG, SK, SI, KR, ES, SE, CH, TW, TH, AE, GB, US |
| Independent rating | Not confirmed | Virginia Tech 5-star safety rating |
Same on both: Product type (Helmet), Integrated lights (Yes), Crash replacement (Yes).
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Key differences
- Lumos Helmet scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 8.7.
- Weight (g) is lower at Lumos Helmet: 370 to 450 vs 430.
- Warranty is higher at UNIT 1: 24 months vs 12 months.
- Markets: only Lumos Helmet offers MX, NO.
- Markets: only UNIT 1 offers AT, BE, BN.
Our verdict on each
Lumos Helmet
Lumos Helmet suits commuters who want lights built into the helmet and cover after a crash, and the entry price of $9.95 keeps that package within reach. Lumen Labs Inc. backs it with a 12 months warranty and sells into US, CA and MX, and the roundup scores it 9.5 overall.
UNIT 1
Unit 1 suits commuters who want a lit, certified helmet with crash replacement and a long warranty rather than the cheapest shell. It costs €170.95 from, well above Bern at $44.50, so buyers on a budget have cheaper named options on the same list.
Score breakdown
| Area | Lumos Helmet | UNIT 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.9HigherCost score part is 9.9. The roundup ranks Lumos Helmet 2 of 24 brands on price from. | 8.0Price starts at €170.95, well above Bern at $44.50, while weight ranks mid-pack at 7 of 9. |
| Offer | 9.1Offer score part is 9.1, with integrated lights and crash replacement built into the helmet rather than sold as add-ons. | 9.3HigherCrash replacement is yes, integrated lights are yes, and the warranty runs 24 months. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.2Unit 1 Gear, Inc. is registered in the US, founded in 2017, with a Virginia Tech 5-star safety rating on the Faro. |
Which one suits you
Pick Lumos Helmet if weight (g) matter most.
Pick UNIT 1 if warranty matter most.
Sources behind this comparison
Lumos Helmet
- ridelumos.com: 10 facts, checked September 30, 2026
UNIT 1
- unit1gear.com: 14 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Lumos Helmet | UNIT 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Bike helmets and locks | 13 of 34 | 1 of 34 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Lumos Helmet | UNIT 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Standards | Not confirmed | Cpsc, En 1078, Nta 8776 |
| Legal entity | Lumen Labs Inc. | Unit 1 Gear, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2017 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre | Email, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Lumos Helmet | UNIT 1 | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight (g) | 370 to 450at the median | 430highest quarter | 370 |
| Warranty | 12 monthsat the median | 24 monthsabove the median | 12 months |
Median across 16 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Lumos Helmet
Pros
- Weight of 370 to 450 g sits right on the group median of 385 g, so the shell is not the reason to look elsewhere.
- Lumos Helmet starts at $9.95, well under Bern's $44.50 for a helmet from another brand on the shortlist.
- Fit is published as 55-58cm, 58-61cm, which lets you check your size before ordering rather than guess at it.
Cons
- Support runs on email and help centre, so there is no phone line for sizing or a crash claim, while 30.4% of brands in this group publish phone support.
- Fit is listed as 55-58cm, 58-61cm, and a head size outside that run is worth confirming through email and help centre before you order.
- At $9.95 you are buying the helmet itself, so a rider who also wants a lock ends up with another brand such as Hiboy, a lock.
UNIT 1
Pros
- Crash replacement is included, so a damaged shell after a fall is not a full-price replacement.
- Integrated lights are part of the Faro, removing the need for a separate front light.
- A 24 months warranty is longer than a single-year cover and covers the shell.
Cons
- At €170.95 the entry price sits well above Bern at $44.50.
- Weight of 430 g ranks it 7 of 9 on the site, so it is not among the lightest.
- Support runs on email and help centre only, with no phone line listed.
Who each suits
Lumos Helmet
Who it suits
- Commuters who ride home after dark and want lights built into the helmet.
- Riders inside 55-58cm, 58-61cm who want crash cover included at the point of purchase.
- Anyone replacing a helmet after a fall, since crash replacement is part of the package.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone shopping for a lock as well as a helmet: Hiboy is listed as a lock.
- Riders who want a spoken answer when a claim is urgent, since Lumos Helmet runs on email and help centre and Bern is the other helmet here to check.
- Buyers after a complete e-bike rather than a helmet: Magicycle Business lists $1,049.
UNIT 1
Who it suits
- Riders who cycle home after dark and want built-in lighting rather than a clip-on lamp.
- Commuters who keep a spare budget for replacing a helmet after a crash.
- Riders who want a 24 months warranty on a daily-use helmet.
Who should look elsewhere
- Budget buyers who would rather start at $44.50 with Bern.
- Riders wanting the lightest shell, since weight ranks 7 of 9.
- Anyone who needs phone support, as email and help centre lists email and a help centre only.
Country by country
| Country | Lumos Helmet | UNIT 1 |
|---|---|---|
| France | No | Yes |
| Germany | No | Yes |
| Italy | No | Yes |
| Netherlands | No | Yes |
| Spain | No | Yes |
| United Kingdom | No | Yes |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Lumos Helmet
What does a Lumos Helmet cost at entry?+
Lumos Helmet is a helmet with an entry price of $9.95. The roundup places it 2 of 24 brands on price from, so it sits near the cheap end of this category. Bern, the other helmet in the comparison, starts at $44.50.
Does it come with lights, and what else is included?+
Integrated lights are built into the Aero GT, so a separate lamp is not part of the setup. Crash replacement is included, as 60% of brands in this group do. The helmet weighs 370 to 450 g, which is around the group median of 385 g.
UNIT 1
How much does a Unit 1 helmet cost?+
The entry price is €170.95, which is the top of the range in this group. Bern starts at $44.50 and Lumos at $9.95. On our comparison Unit 1 ranks 22 of 24 brands on entry price, so budget riders have cheaper options on the same list.
Does the Unit 1 helmet come with lights?+
Yes. Integrated lights are yes on the Faro, so the helmet carries its own lighting instead of relying on a separate handlebar lamp. That is part of what the higher price buys over Bern at $44.50. It is useful for riders cycling home after dark without carrying a light on every trip.
Other options to compare
UNIT 1
Lumos Helmet