Lumos Street vs Closca Loop
Comparison 2026 — Bike Helmets
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Lumos Street edges out the Closca Loop with an overall score of 78/100 against 65/100. It scores particularly well on protection (74/100) and comfort (74/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Helmets.
The Closca Loop remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €69.95 versus €89.95.
Protection winner
Lumos Street
12% higher than its rival
Value winner
Lumos Street
4% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Lumos Street | Closca Loop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €89.95 | €69.95+29% |
| Rating | ★4.2 (620) | ★4.3 (410) |
| Overall | 78/100+20% | 65/100 |
| Protection | ||
| Certification | CE EN 1078, CPSC | CE EN 1078 |
| MIPS | Nee | Nee |
| Fit | ||
| Sizes | M/L (56-61 cm), XL (61-65 cm)+6% | S (53-55), M (55-57), L (57-59) cm |
| Weight | 430 g (M/L) | 350 g (M)+23% |
| Electronics | ||
| Lighting | Wit voor + rood achter, richtingaanwijzers | — |
| Battery life | Circa 3 uur op volle stand | — |
| Charging | USB (micro-USB) | — |
| App | iOS + Android, Bluetooth | — |
| Extras | ||
| Foldable | — | Ja — plat tot circa 33% |
| Ventilation | — | 4 openingen |
Pros and cons
Lumos Street
Pros
- Integrated white front LEDs plus red rear LEDs for 360-degree visibility
- Wireless turn signals operated via the included bar remote
- USB-rechargeable with roughly 3 hours of runtime on full brightness
- Bluetooth app control with Apple Watch / Garmin pairing
Cons
- Shorter battery life than the newer Lumos Ultra (3 h vs 6 h)
- Bulky design — noticeable after a long ride
Closca Loop
Pros
- Folds flat to roughly a third of its volume
- Fits in a backpack, NS locker or office drawer without fuss
- CE EN 1078 certified despite the folding design
- Understated look that doesn't scream 'sports helmet' in office wear
Cons
- Less ventilation than a fixed-shell helmet
- No MIPS or integrated rear light