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Awards Editors' Choice Award  Top Pick Award  Top Pick Award 
Price $135.00 at Backcountry
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$139.00 at Amazon
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$119.95 at Amazon
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$195.00 at Evo
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$170.85 at Amazon
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Pros Comfortable, warm, vents well, style points, compatible with most gogglesComfortable, warm, well vented, great hearing ability, easy to adjustMagnetic buckle, ventilation, protection features, style, BOA-adjustable fitGreat third-party features, excellent ventilation, warm when used in below-freezing temperaturesMIPS Spherical, adjustable vents, microfleece liner, secure fit
Cons PriceyRuns a bit small, heavier than mostNon-adjustable vents, priceExpensive, challenging to fit a hood over the top, heavier weightExpensive, heavier weight, slightly bulky
Bottom Line Deemed best of the best by our testers, there isn't a better combination of performance available from any model we have testedRevolutionary helmet that takes safety and style to the next levelA lightweight, comfortable, and feature-rich skate-style helmet that is great for those who traditionally prefer not to wear oneA resort-centric model designed for avid skiers and riders looking for top-tier ventilation, comfort, and durabilityGiro blends comfort, warmth, and protection into a resort-focused helmet for avid skiers and riders
Rating Categories Smith Vantage MIPS Scott Symbol 2 Plus D Anon Logan WaveCel Smith Nexus MIPS Giro Tor Spherical
Comfort (25%)
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Warmth (25%)
8.0
8.0
6.0
8.0
8.0
Ventilation (20%)
9.0
9.0
9.0
9.0
7.0
Weight (10%)
6.0
5.0
6.0
3.0
4.0
Goggle Compatibility (10%)
9.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
9.0
Style (10%)
7.0
6.0
9.0
6.0
7.0
Specs Smith Vantage MIPS Scott Symbol 2 Plus D Anon Logan WaveCel Smith Nexus MIPS Giro Tor Spherical
Measured Weight (in ounces) 17.7 oz 19.8 oz 17.1 oz 25 oz 22.2 oz
Rotational Impact Protection System MIPS MIPS WaveCel MIPS MIPS Spherical
Adjustment System Boa Fit System RAS 2 system 360° Boa Fit System BOA 360 Fit System InForm 2 Fit System
# of Vents 20 44 10 24 16
Number of Sizes 3 3 4 4 3
Removable Ear Covers Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Goggle Attachment Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Visor No No No Yes Yes
Audio Compatibility Yes No Yes Yes Yes
Certifications ASTM F 2040, CE EN 1077 Class B EN1077:2007, Class B, EN12492:2012 CE 1077B & ASTM 2040 ASTM F 2040, CE EN 1077:2007 Class B CE EN1077