After all this testing, topping Consumer Reports’ adult helmet scores is the Trek Starvos WaveCel, which aced almost every test but at the price of over $100. The Ozark Trail Adult Helmet is a more budget-friendly option, costing around $20. It earned perfect test scores for impact absorption and ease of use.

The Lazer Century MIPS is the best rated road bike helmet that Virginia Tech has tested to date. It comes in many high visibility colors, and has a Twist Cap feature that allows you to change between varying levels of ventilation or improved aerodynamics.