POC Omne Air SPIN vs Lumos Ultra
Comparison 2026 — Bike Helmets
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the POC Omne Air SPIN edges out the Lumos Ultra with an overall score of 88/100 against 86/100. It scores particularly well on protection (88/100) and comfort (92/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Helmets.
The Lumos Ultra remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €149.95 versus €119.95.
Protection winner
Lumos Ultra
2% higher than its rival
Value winner
POC Omne Air SPIN
8% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | POC Omne Air SPIN | Lumos Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €119.95+25% | €149.95 |
| Rating | ★4.5 (1,540) | ★4.3 (780) |
| Overall | 88/100+2% | 86/100 |
| Protection | ||
| Certification | CE EN 1078 | CE EN 1078, CPSC |
| Protection | SPIN (Shearing Pad INside) | — |
| MIPS | — | Ja |
| Fit | ||
| Sizes | S (50-56), M (54-59), L (56-61) cm | M (54-58), L (58-62) cm+8% |
| Weight | 305 g (M)+26% | 385 g (M) |
| Ventilation | 16 openingen | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Type | — | 360° LED, wit voor + rood achter |
| Brake light | — | Ja, automatisch |
| Battery | — | USB-C, 6 uur |
| Connectivity | — | Bluetooth, Garmin |
Pros and cons
POC Omne Air SPIN
Pros
- SPIN (Shearing Pad INside) tech for oblique-impact protection
- Excellent ventilation with optimised airflow channels
- Clean Scandinavian design suits both sport and street wear
- Dual-density EPS liner for improved energy absorption
Cons
- No integrated rear light — you'll need a separate one
- Pricey compared with helmets without SPIN or MIPS
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