Xnito Urban Cycling Helmet Review - feat. NTA-8776 Cert. + 90 Lumen LEDs + Fidlock Buckle + USB-C

As the popularity of E-bikes and scooters increases, more riders are riding at higher speeds. XNITO has seen this as an opportunity to develop a cycling helmet that not only meets standard CPSC or CE requirements but also the higher speed Dutch NTA-8776 certification. With the NTA-8776 certification, the XNITO is claimed to be a safer helmet that’s designed for Class 3 E-bikes, scooters or even electric skateboards and OneWheels. The helmet retails for $150 and is offered in a variety of color schemes from the creative Valkyrie we have in this review or standard matte finishes. XNITO offers the helmet in a variety of creative graphic color schemes and include a 90 lumen integrated headlight and taillight for additional visibility. Additional features include a magnetic Fidlock buckle, reflective side straps and a removable fabric bill.
Visually, the XNITO helmet has a classic urban profile with a dome shape and extended rear for additional protection. XNITO currently offers the helmet in seven colorways from solid matte finishes to more unique options like the Valkyrie we have in this review. It’s an unusual design that incorporates gold wing graphics on each side of the helmet with a matte red finish on the rest of the helmet. Branding is limited to the XNITO logo on the rear of the helmet and flush mounted light panels on both the front and rear. The rear taillight housing has a clear appearance and turns bright red once the lights are turned on.
Unlike other smart helmets like the Unit 1 Faro or Coros SafeSound which feature separate apps for customizing and controlling the helmet, the XNITO is controlled via a single button interface on the helmet. It’s a simple design that uses a single button press to turn on, and cycle through the three available modes. There is no mode memory as you always have to cycle through all three modes to shut the lights off (i.e. there is no long press to power off). The button itself is well sized and has nice tactile touch which makes it easy to use with gloves on. While the helmet may lack smart features and customization options other smart helmets have, the XNITO is a lighter helmet that’s more comfortable for longer rides. We were also happy to see the USB-C charging port, located below the power button, which allows you to reuse your existing cables.
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00:00 Intro
00:09 Unboxing + Specs
02:37 Fit + Finish
06:16 On The Road
07:35 Comparison (Lazer Cityzen, Unit 1 Faro, Bolle Halo React)
10:13 The Final Score
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[@ilovephotography1254]

As a Class 3 e-bike rider, I find this helmet to be a possible buy. I like the safety features of the front and rear be seen lights as well as the NTA-8776 certification.
Thanks for another fine review.

[@007teal]

I've been looking into this but seen it wasnt' mips where the Bern hudson has all the same certs but is also mips

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The Bern Hudson is a great alternative if you don't need integrated lights. There are actually a lot more NTA-8776 helmets on the market thanks to the popularity of e-bikes.

[@ElianaAudrey]

i love my xnito

[@stevespringer8385]

Is this as safe as a mips helmet?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

It's hard to say but non MIPS helmets are also safe and pass all the helmet crash test requirements. I think MIPS and equivalent rotational crash protection features (i.e. Lazer's KinetiCore, Trek's WaveCel, Smith's Koroyd) are nice additional safety feature that helps in certain crash scenarios.

[@stevespringer8385]

@@TheSweetCyclists thanks