Giro
Giro Aries Spherical
$349.95Cheaper
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Giro Aries Spherical vs POC Cytal
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Giro Aries Spherical is cheaper at $349.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
POC
POC Cytal
$360
Which is better: the Giro Aries Spherical or POC Cytal?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Giro Aries Spherical is the cheaper at $349.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Giro Aries Spherical | POC Cytal |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $349.95 | $360 |
| Brand | Giro | POC |
| Released | — | — |
| Weight grams | 270 | 320 |
| Rotational protection | MIPS Spherical | MIPS Air |
| Shell construction | in-mold | in-mold |
| Vent count | 24 | — |
| Intended use | road | road |
| Size range (cm) | 51-63 | — |
| Certification | EN 1078 | CPSC |
| Visor included | No | No |
| Integrated light | No | No |
| Reflective detailing | Yes | No |
Sources — Giro Aries Spherical: giro.com (verified 2026-07-13). POC Cytal: poc.com (verified 2026-07-13).
What's the difference between the Giro Aries Spherical and POC Cytal?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.
- Weight grams: Giro Aries Spherical 270 vs POC Cytal 320
- Rotational protection: Giro Aries Spherical MIPS Spherical vs POC Cytal MIPS Air
- Certification: Giro Aries Spherical EN 1078 vs POC Cytal CPSC
- Reflective detailing: Giro Aries Spherical true vs POC Cytal false