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Lumos Ultra Mips
The helmet with the most lighting: 30 white front and 64 red rear LEDs and remote turn signals. The Mips version scores 10.20 (four stars); the non-Mips Ultra scores 17.19 (two stars).
7.5BPR score
- €170Price
- 10.20 — 4 stars (Virginia Tech, rank 58 of 311)Virginia Tech STAR score and stars
- 6 of 10in Bike Helmets
- 7.5BPR score 0–10
Review
What this product is
Written after the analysis, from the same sources the score is built on: the manufacturer's documentation, available studies and verified owner feedback.
The Lumos Ultra shows why the exact variant matters. Virginia Tech lists the Lumos Ultra MIPS at 10.20 with four stars, and the Lumos Ultra without Mips at 17.19 with two stars. On the Lumos EU shop the difference is €30: €169.95 against €139.95. This ranking covers the Mips version only.
The lighting specification is detailed: 30 front white and 64 rear red LEDs, up to 284 lumens, a 1,100 mAh battery giving 4 to 10 hours depending on settings, three hours to charge, and turn signals from a handlebar remote. Automatic brake lights are an optional upgrade. Lumos states CPSC and EN 1078 certification, nine vents and 370 g for size S with Mips, 409 g for M-L and 450 g for XL.
The shop page shows 4.8 out of 5 from 1,522 reviews, which cover both versions. Lumos gives a one-year warranty and 30% off a replacement after an accident within two years. No European consumer test was found. It suits commuters riding in the dark who value being seen; riders who want the lowest score should look higher up this list.
Technical data
Specification
Figures from the manufacturer's documentation, verified against available outside sources. Values we could not confirm are marked as declared.
- Virginia Tech STAR score
- 10.20 (Mips version)
- Virginia Tech stars
- 4 of 5
- Virginia Tech rank
- 58 of 311
- Non-Mips version
- 17.19, 2 stars
- Rotational system
- Mips
- Weight (manufacturer)
- 370 g (S), 409 g (M-L), 450 g (XL), Mips versions
- Lighting
- 30 front white LEDs, 64 rear red LEDs, up to 284 lumens
- Battery
- 1,100 mAh; 4–10 h; 3 h charge
- Vents
- 9
- Certification
- CPSC, EN 1078
- Warranty and crash replacement
- 1 year; 30% off within 2 years
- Owner rating
- 4.8/5 (1,522 reviews, both versions)
Component scores
Where the score
comes from.
Four components, equal weight, each on a 0–10 scale and each resting on a named source. The overall score is their mean — the full procedure is in the methodology.
What we liked
- 30 front and 64 rear LEDs, up to 284 lumens
- Turn signals from a handlebar remote
- Virginia Tech STAR score 10.20, four stars (Mips version)
- 4.8/5 from 1,522 reviews on the Lumos EU shop
- Weight stated per size; CPSC and EN 1078 stated
Worth knowing
- Non-Mips version scores 17.19 (two stars)
- 409 g in M-L with Mips
- Only 9 vents; battery lasts 4–10 hours
- One-year warranty; no European consumer test found
- 'IP6X waterproof' claim: IP6X is a dust rating
Comparison
How it compares
within the category
All values come from the same analysis and are comparable only within the category Bike Helmets.
| Product | Score | Virginia Tech STAR score and stars | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Align IITop score | 8.7 | 9.55 — 5 stars (Virginia Tech, rank 40 of 311) | €55 |
| Ultra MipsThis product | 7.5 | 10.20 — 4 stars (Virginia Tech, rank 58 of 311) | €170 |
| Category average10 products analysed | 7.5 | — | — |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lumos Ultra without Mips rated the same?
No. Virginia Tech lists the Lumos Ultra MIPS at 10.20 with four stars and the Lumos Ultra without Mips at 17.19 with two stars.
How long does the Lumos Ultra battery last?
Lumos states 4 to 10 hours depending on the light settings and a charging time of three hours for the 1,100 mAh battery.
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