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Bell Stratus MIPS
$149.95Cheaper
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Bell Stratus MIPS vs POC Cytal
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Bell Stratus MIPS is cheaper at $149.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
POC
POC Cytal
$360
Which is better: the Bell Stratus MIPS or POC Cytal?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Bell Stratus MIPS is the cheaper at $149.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Bell Stratus MIPS | POC Cytal |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $149.95 | $360 |
| Brand | Bell | POC |
| Released | — | — |
| Weight grams | 271 | 320 |
| Rotational protection | MIPS | MIPS Air |
| Shell construction | — | in-mold |
| Vent count | — | — |
| Intended use | road | road |
| Size range (cm) | 52-62 | — |
| Certification | CPSC | CPSC |
| Visor included | — | No |
| Integrated light | — | No |
| Reflective detailing | — | No |
Sources — Bell Stratus MIPS: bellhelmets.com (verified 2026-07-13). POC Cytal: poc.com (verified 2026-07-13).
What's the difference between the Bell Stratus MIPS and POC Cytal?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.
- Weight grams: Bell Stratus MIPS 271 vs POC Cytal 320
- Rotational protection: Bell Stratus MIPS MIPS vs POC Cytal MIPS Air