You wouldn’t imagine a racing driver without his helmet, would you? Well it’s the same thing on the slopes! The helmet is the indispensable accessory that will keep your head safe and make sure you don’t end the holidays watching your friends ride from a hospital bed. Fortunately, brands have been working relentlessly to improve your safety and once again, we’re here to help you see things clearer amongst the vast array of technologies and models they’ve come up with. Lighter and safer than ever, these helmets will also keep you warm and well ventilated to make sure you enjoy every moment spent on the slopes. The following is our selection of what we think are the best 2020 ski helmets. We have chosen them for their techs featured, for their incredible value, for their innovative designs or just because we liked them. Have a browse now and have a look for yourself!

Through the hundreds of helmets available on our shelves, we've pulled 10 out that we think are great. Great by their look or by the comfort they deliver, great because they're super convenient or because they're innovative, you'll definitely find your dream helmet below.

Salomon Driver Pro Sigma Mips

The Salomon Driver Pro Sigma Mips is a men’s 2-in-1 visor helmet that offers good vision and efficient head protection. The hybrid construction with ABS and In-Mold shells features Mips and EPS 4D technologies for optimal impact absorption. This helmet has V-shaped earpads, a Custom Dial 360 Fit system for a precise and comfortable fit. The removable comfort liner is washable and dries quickly. The Driver Pro Sigma Mips features a category 3 interchangeable magnetic lens, ideal on sunny days. Sigma technology improves colours and contrasts, while perfectly protecting your eyes from UV light.

Technical Features

Hybrid construction
Removable and washable comfort liner

Mips technology
Earpads compatible with audio system

EPS 4D technology
Removable visor

Adjustable venting
Adjustment dial

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Casco SP-6 Visor Limited Carbon

Designed by German brand Casco, the SP-6 Visor Limited 2-in-1 helmet benefits from a sporty design. Perfectly functional, it features an ultra-rigid one-piece structure which offers great durability and optimal protection in case of a fall. This limited-edition version has an ultra-durable carbon finish. The venting system keeps a pleasant climate inside thanks to constant airflow. The photochromic visor automatically adapts to light condition changes and allows to wear prescription glasses while offering clear vision. Another advantage: it can be opened or closed one handed.

Technical Features

Carbon finish
Removable/washable liner

ABS technology
Photochromic lens (cat 1-3)

Adjustment dial
Anti-fog coating

Passive venting
Compatible with prescription glasses

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Atomic Savor Visor Photo

The Savor Visor Photo helmet from Atomic combines comfort and safety. It is designed with a rigid ABS plastic shell and EPS liner for great durability and optimal protection. It benefits from a Holo Core construction which increases the deformation area for better impact absorption in case of a fall. Comfort is guaranteed by the Live Fit memory foam and the 360° Fit adjustment system offers a precise fit. The built-in visor is photochromic, it adapts to ambient light conditions. It benefits from anti-fog and hydrophobic coatings.

Technical Features

ABS shell with EPS liner
Removable/washable merino comfort liner

Holo Core technology
Photochromic lens (cat 1-3)

360° Fit adjustment dial
Anti-scratch coating

Aircon active venting
Compatible with prescription glasses

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Diezz Louna 2 Color

The Louna 2 Color ski helmet from Diezz is a high-end model which benefits from a Fit System adjustment dial to offer a perfect fit on your head. The hybrid EPS shell ensures perfect protection in case of a fall. It features adjustable vents so that the internal temperature remains always comfortable. The semi-rigid earpads guarantee to keep your ears warm. The Activilux photochromic visor, which shade adapts to light condition changes, has anti-fog and anti-scratch coatings. It offers a mirror gold effect for even better sunlight filtering.

Technical Features

Hybrid construction
Coolmax comfort liner

ABS technology
Photochromic lens (cat 1-3)

Fit System adjustment dial
Anti-fog and anti-scratch coatings

Adjustable venting
Prescription glasses compatible

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POC Obex Mips

The Obex Mips helmet from Poc is designed to offer efficient protection to skiers and snowboarders in case of a fall. The In-Mold construction ensures both lightness and strength, it features an ABS Top Shell and combines an EPS liner and Mips technology to protect your brain from rotational impacts. This helmet guarantees a precise fit and benefits from an adjustable venting system to evacuate excess heat. The earpads are removable and can be used with POC’s Obex Communication Headset audio system (sold separately). This helmet is compatible with every POC ski goggles.

Technical Features

In-Mold hybrid construction
EPS liner

ABS Top Shell
Adjustable venting

360° Fit System adjustment dial
Removable earpads

Mips technology
Audio system compatible

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Briko Vulcano Fis 6.8 Epp

The Vulcano FIS 6.8 Multi Impact helmet from Briko is certified for downhill skiing competitions. It offers advanced protection thanks to the combination of a rigid ABS shell, EPS Multi-Impact liner and Protetto system, specifically designed to absorb neck impacts. The comfort liner is removable and washable and benefits from an anti-bacterial treatment, while the micrometric chin strap provides a perfect fit.

Technical Features

ABS shell
Removable/washable comfort liner

EPP Multi-Impact liner
Anti-bacterial treatment

Protetto system
FIS certified

Micrometric chin strap
Chin guard compatible

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Smith Level Mips

The Level Mips ski helmet from Smith features Mips technology (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System) to reduce the pressure on the brain in case of a fall. If also benefits from Koroyd technology for optimal impact absorption. The hybrid construction combines polycarbonate and ABS shells for maximum lightness and strength. This helmet also features a fit adjustment system for optimal stability. It has adjustable vents and is compatible with Outdoor Tech audio systems.

Technical Features

Hybrid construction
Koroyd technology

Polycarbonate shell
Adjustment dial

ABS shell
AirEvac 2 venting

Mips technology
Audio system compatible

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Scott Symbol 2 Plus D

The Symbol 2 Plus D ski helmet from Scott offers maximum safety thanks to D3O inserts which absorb impacts and Mips technology, praised for its very efficient protection against potential brain damage. It benefits from an In-Mold construction with EPS liner, all this ensuring strength and lightness. If features Pure Sound earpads for a better perception of your surroundings. It also has an adjustment system for a precise fit, adjustable vents and a removable and washable comfort liner.

Technical Features

In-Mold construction
Removable/washable comfort liner

EPS liner
M.R.A.S. Fit System

D3O inserts
G-Vent venting

Mips technology
360° Pure Sound earpads

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Giro Ratio Mips

The various technical features of the Giro Ratio Mips ski helmet contribute to make it a versatile, fully functional model. If benefits from a HardShell design with ABS shell and EPS liner. If features Mips technology which reduces rotational forces during impacts, limiting the risk of brain damage in case of a fall. It has an adjustment dial for a perfect fit. It also features adjustable vents and is compatible with Giro Outdoor Tech audio systems.

Technical Features

HardShell construction
Removable/washable comfort liner

ABS shell
Adjustment dial

EPS liner
Adjustable permanent venting

Mips technology
Audio system compatible

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Marker Ampire 2 Mips

The Ampire 2 Mips ski helmet from Marker is designed to protect your head when you are skiing or snowboarding. To do so, it combines Mips technology, for rotational impact protection, and 360° Edge Protection technology which absorbs side impacts. It includes Normal X-Dry and Fleece X-Dry comfort liners which guarantee perfect comfort. It evacuates excess heat thanks to MarkAIR Channel System vents. Finally, it features the RTS 360° Fit size adjustment system for an optimal fit.

Technical Features