Top 10 best ski helmets of the season

A good ski helmet must meet two imperatives: protect you in the event of a fall and take care of your style. Yes, helmets are no longer just a safety accessory, they're a fully-fledged member of your outfit that must be matched to the rest of your equipment. Just like your jacket or trousers, a helmet can say a lot about your style and identity. You'll rarely see a freestyle snowboarder wearing a racing helmet, and vice versa. Beyond the helmet's suitability for the skier's or snowboarder's sport, it's also always nicer to have a helmet that matches the rest of your outfit.
When it comes to choosing your ski or snowboard helmet, you're faced with a wide range of different models, sometimes with big price differences. Whatever you choose, don't forget that today even the cheapest helmets offer warmth, comfort and protection. However, by increasing the budget a little, you can gain even more in terms of comfort, practicality of use, safety levels, etc.

Among the hundreds of ski helmets available on our site, the ones we present below have particularly caught our attention. Safety, style, comfort— they've got everything you need to make the most of your days on the slopes.

Salomon Driver Prime & Driver Pro: take control

These Salomon helmets feature a hybrid construction and an integrated visor, compatible with prescription glasses. The visor is removable and available in photochromic options, category 2 or 3, and is interchangeable. Protection is provided by an internal EPS 4D liner and Smart Safety. This Prime model from the Driver range includes a BOA adjustment system and merino wool lining, while the Driver Pro uses Custom Dial and incorporates Sigma technology to enhance contrast and colour.

Salomon Icon Lt & Pioneer Lt: men's and women's models

The Icon for women and the Pioneer for men are among the lightest helmets on the market, weighing less than 400 grams. Thanks to their In-Mold design with a polycarbonate shell and EPS 4D foam, they offer excellent impact resistance. Both models feature an adjustment dial for precise fit, adjustable ventilation systems for effective temperature regulation, and include recycled materials in their design.

Flaxta Deep Space & Deep Space Mips: protection and customisation

The Deep Space from the new Scandinavian brand Flaxta combines simplicity and technicality. It features a Primaloft lining for high-performance insulation, a FidLock magnetic chin strap for ease of use, and a hybrid construction offering effective protection. This helmet is available in a Mips version for added protection and allows customisation thanks to Flaxta Id: Hardshell Top for the upper part and Silicone Goggle Clip for goggles, offering a choice of colour combinations to suit your preferences.

Cairn Electron Visor: integrated visor

The Cairn Electron Visor is appreciated for its excellent value for money. With a lightweight In-Mold construction, it features a category 3 visor, perfect for sunny days. The visor is removable and can be replaced with goggles. It comes with essential features: dial-fit adjustment system, removable and washable comfort liner, and adjustable ventilation. It is also available in a version without a visor.

Cairn Andromed & Android: excellent value for money

Available in visor and non-visor versions, for both adults and children, the Cairn Andromed and Android helmets provide optimal protection with an ABS shell and EPS foam. The passive ventilation prevents fogging, while the removable and washable liner ensures good hygiene. These helmets combine style, comfort, and safety, while offering excellent value for money. For extra fun, the Andromed helmet stands out with its stylish graphics.

Smith Method & Method Mips & Method Pro: all-mountain and freeride

The Smith Method replaces the Holt and Maze models. Very lightweight (around 400 grams), it features an In-Mold shell and optional Koroyd protection for shock absorption. Mips technology is also available for multi-directional impact protection. The Method Pro, a new addition for 2025, comes with a adjustment dial system. The AirEvac ventilation system and removable ear pads make this helmet an excellent choice for freeriders.

Giro Ledge Fs Mips: stylish and well-ventilated

The Giro Ledge Fs Mips is the most affordable helmet featuring Mips technology, offering unmatched protection against multi-directional impacts. This helmet stands out with its high-performance EPS foam and strong ABS shell, ensuring excellent protection in the event of a fall. For a precise fit and perfect stability, it is equipped with the In Form adjustment system, while the Stack Vent ventilation system efficiently manages fogging, keeping your vision clear. Weighing only 500 grams, the Ledge Fs Mips combines lightness and durability, providing comfort and safety throughout the day.

Scott Track & Track Plus: follow the path to protection

The Scott Track, a bestseller from the brand, stands out for its lightweight In-Mold construction with a polycarbonate shell and EPS foam, offering optimal shock absorption in the event of a fall. The dual G-Vent and S-Vent ventilation system ensures efficient airflow, preventing fogging on your ski goggles. The fit is precise and customisable, thanks to the adjustment wheel at the back, while the removable and washable lining keeps the helmet clean. The Track Plus model, on the other hand, features MIPS technology for enhanced protection against multi-directional impacts, while maintaining the same ventilation and comfort features.

Spy Galactic Mips: to infinity and beyond

The Spy Galactic Mips ski helmet is highly appreciated by freeriders for its distinctive style and effective protection. Its robust ABS construction and Mips technology provide optimal protection against oblique impacts. The The Snug Life adjustment system with a dial offers a precise, customised fit, while passive ventilation ensures good airflow. The ear pads are removable for warmer days, and the removable and washable lining helps maintain good hygiene. A goggle clip and a set of stickers for personalising the helmet complete its features.

Diezz Louna II: premium model

The Diezz Louna II range, designed in Haute-Savoie (France), offers different models: Color, Tempo, Ventury, Ventury Touchy, Fashion, and Edition. These premium helmets feature a high-performance Activlux visor, made in Italy, which enhances contrast, provides UV protection, withstands low temperatures, and adapts quickly to changing conditions. The hybrid construction ensures effective protection, with adjustable ventilation, a high-performance adjustment system, and a warm, comfortable internal lining.

How to choose a helmet for skiing or snowboarding?

Are you looking for the perfect ski helmet for your winter adventures? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned expert, our comprehensive guide is designed to help you find the helmet that perfectly matches your needs and skill level. We guide you step by step, covering essential criteria such as size, construction, ventilation, and adjustment systems. Leave nothing to chance and maximise your safety and comfort. Check out our dedicated page now and gear up like a pro!

The best ski helmets are at Glisshop

Whether you're into alpine skiing or snowboarding, and whether you prefer a model with or without a visor, the best ski helmets can be found at Glisshop. We hope our selection will help you make the right choice. If you need advice, don’t hesitate to contact our experts or visit us in-store.