Lumos Street vs Lumos Ultra
Comparison 2026 — Bike Helmets
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Lumos Ultra edges out the Lumos Street with an overall score of 86/100 against 78/100. It scores particularly well on protection (90/100) and comfort (88/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Helmets.
The Lumos Street remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €89.95 versus €149.95.
Protection winner
Lumos Ultra
16% higher than its rival
Value winner
Lumos Street
10% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Lumos Street | Lumos Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €89.95+67% | €149.95 |
| Rating | ★4.2 (620) | ★4.3 (780) |
| Overall | 78/100 | 86/100+10% |
| Protection | ||
| Certification | CE EN 1078, CPSC | CE EN 1078, CPSC |
| MIPS | Nee | Ja |
| Fit | ||
| Sizes | M/L (56-61 cm), XL (61-65 cm)+4% | M (54-58), L (58-62) cm |
| Weight | 430 g (M/L) | 385 g (M)+12% |
| Electronics | ||
| Lighting | Wit voor + rood achter, richtingaanwijzers | — |
| Battery life | Circa 3 uur op volle stand | — |
| Charging | USB (micro-USB) | — |
| App | iOS + Android, Bluetooth | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Type | — | 360° LED, wit voor + rood achter |
| Brake light | — | Ja, automatisch |
| Battery | — | USB-C, 6 uur |
| Connectivity | — | Bluetooth, Garmin |
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
Lumos Ultra
Pros
- MIPS liner adds rotation-impact protection in oblique crashes
- 360-degree integrated LEDs with automatic brake light
- USB-C rechargeable — up to 6 hours of runtime per charge
- Pairs with Apple Watch and Garmin for turn-signal control
Cons
- Significant price premium over standard helmets
- Heavier than lightless alternatives at 385 g