Thousand Heritage 2.0 vs ABUS Hyban 2.0
Comparison 2026 — Bike Helmets
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the ABUS Hyban 2.0 edges out the Thousand Heritage 2.0 with an overall score of 80/100 against 74/100. It scores particularly well on protection (78/100) and comfort (78/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Helmets.
The Thousand Heritage 2.0 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €99.00 versus €65.00.
Protection winner
ABUS Hyban 2.0
8% higher than its rival
Value winner
ABUS Hyban 2.0
6% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Thousand Heritage 2.0 | ABUS Hyban 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €99.00 | €65.00+52% |
| Rating | ★4.4 (620) | ★4.4 (1,850) |
| Overall | 74/100 | 80/100+8% |
| Protection | ||
| Certification | CE EN 1078, CPSC | CE EN 1078 |
| Type | — | Urban pendelaars-helm |
| Fit | ||
| Sizes | S (55-57), M (57-59), L (59-62) cm+6% | M (52-58), L (56-61), XL (58-63) cm |
| Weight | 410 g (M) | 380 g (M)+8% |
| Closure | Fidlock magnetisch | — |
| Fit | — | Zoom verstelbaar |
| Extras | ||
| Rear light | — | Geïntegreerd LED (3 standen) |
| Visor | — | Afneembaar |
| Ventilation | — | 8 openingen |
Pros and cons
Thousand Heritage 2.0
Pros
- Secret PopLock lets you lock the helmet to your bike frame
- Stylish vintage design in premium matte colours
- Vegan leather chin strap with magnetic Fidlock closure
- Meets both European and American safety standards
Cons
- Limited ventilation due to the closed retro shell — runs warm
- No MIPS or SPIN — relies on traditional EPS protection only
ABUS Hyban 2.0
Pros
- Integrated LED rear light with three modes for dark winter rides
- Removable visor shields against rain and oncoming headlights
- Solid in-mold construction with a hard outer shell
- Friendly sub-70-euro price for a lighted helmet
Cons
- On the heavy side at 380 g for the price bracket
- No MIPS or other rotational-impact liner