A new name has landed on the cricket helmet shelf at VKS, and it’s already turning heads. We’ve gone through the full four-helmet Knyx range, model by model, to help you work out which one belongs in your kit bag.
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Knyx positions itself as an engineering-first alternative to the more established cricket helmet brands. Rather than launching a single model, the brand has come out with four helmets that all share the same underlying fit and protection technology. The only things that change as you move up the range are the shell material, the grille, and the buckle. It’s a refreshingly simple way to structure a helmet lineup, and it makes comparing the models straightforward.
All four helmets are available now at VKS, both online and at our Ealing store in London. Every single one ships with a free Knyx Neck Shield Pro included in the box, which is a nice touch given some rivals charge extra for a decent neck guard.
Before we get into the individual models, it’s worth understanding what Knyx is actually doing differently. Four pieces of technology run through the entire range.
The C7 Iso Pro sits at the very top of the Knyx range, and it’s built for players who don’t want to compromise on anything. The shell is carbon composite, which brings the weight down noticeably compared to more conventional helmet materials while keeping the structure stiff. Up front, the grille is aerospace-grade titanium, and the chin strap fastens with a self-aligning magnetic Maglock buckle that clicks into place even with batting gloves on.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shell | Carbon Composite, matte painted |
| Grille | Aerospace-Grade Titanium |
| Buckle | Maglock Magnetic Quick-Release |
| Liner | High Density EPP |
| Neck Guard | Neck Shield Pro, included |
| Player Level | Elite / Professional |
| Price | £354.95 |
Pros: the lightest shell in the range, titanium grille cuts weight up front, magnetic buckle is genuinely easy to use with gloves on, and the Isofit ratchet takes the stress out of sizing.
Consideration: it’s the most expensive helmet in the range, so it’s really aimed at players who play often enough to justify the outlay.
Verdict: if you’re a serious or professional-level player who wants the lightest, most premium build Knyx offers, this is the one.
The C7 Iso shares the same carbon composite shell as its Pro sibling, which is the headline reason to consider it. What changes is the grille, which steps down to high-strength steel, and the buckle, which becomes a simple push clip instead of the magnetic Maglock. For a genuine saving of £70, you’re keeping the lightest shell in the range and only giving up the very top-tier grille and buckle.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shell | Carbon Composite, matte painted |
| Grille | High-Strength Steel |
| Buckle | Push Clip |
| Liner | High Density EPP |
| Neck Guard | Neck Shield Pro, included |
| Player Level | Elite / Club |
| Price | £284.95 |
Pros: same carbon composite shell as the flagship, steel grille at a meaningfully lower price, and a reliable, no-fuss push clip buckle.
Consideration: the steel grille adds a bit of weight at the front compared to the Pro model.
Verdict: this is the pick for club and serious players who want the same lightweight shell without paying for the titanium and Maglock upgrade.
The C5 Iso Pro is where the range crosses over to the more affordable impact modified polymer shell rather than carbon composite. What’s interesting is what it keeps: the same aerospace-grade titanium grille and magnetic Maglock buckle found on the flagship C7 Iso Pro. You’re trading the lightest possible shell for a meaningful price drop while holding onto the premium facial protection and buckle hardware.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shell | Impact Modified Polymer, matte painted |
| Grille | Aerospace-Grade Titanium |
| Buckle | Maglock Magnetic Quick-Release |
| Liner | High Density EPP |
| Neck Guard | Neck Shield Pro, included |
| Player Level | Club / Serious Amateur |
| Price | £199.95 |
Pros: titanium grille and Maglock buckle at a genuinely mid-range price, durable polymer shell, and the full Isofit, RIM and EVS package carried straight over from the C7 range.
Consideration: the polymer shell is heavier than the carbon composite used in the C7 models.
Verdict: a smart middle-ground choice for club players who want premium touches without the flagship price tag.
The C5 Iso is the entry point into the Knyx range, and at £109.95 it’s a genuinely accessible way to get the same Isofit fit system as the £354.95 flagship. It uses the impact modified polymer shell, a high-strength steel grille, and a push clip buckle. Nothing here feels like a corner has been cut on the core technology, it’s simply the more affordable materials throughout.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shell | Impact Modified Polymer, matte painted |
| Grille | High-Strength Steel |
| Buckle | Push Clip |
| Liner | High Density EPP |
| Neck Guard | Neck Shield Pro, included |
| Player Level | Club / Serious Amateur |
| Price | £109.95 |
Pros: the most affordable Knyx helmet, same Isofit, RIM and EVS technology as every other model, and a free neck guard included as standard.
Consideration: entry-level shell and grille materials compared to the Pro models further up the range.
Verdict: the smartest starting point if you want to try Knyx without committing to the flagship price.
| Model | Shell | Grille | Buckle | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C7 Iso Pro | Carbon Composite | Titanium | Maglock (magnetic) | £354.95 |
| C7 Iso | Carbon Composite | Steel | Push Clip | £284.95 |
| C5 Iso Pro | Impact Modified Polymer | Titanium | Maglock (magnetic) | £199.95 |
| C5 Iso | Impact Modified Polymer | Steel | Push Clip | £109.95 |
If weight is everything to you and you play at a serious or professional level, the C7 Iso Pro is the obvious choice. Its carbon composite shell and titanium grille represent the lightest, most premium build Knyx currently makes.
If you want that same shell for less, the C7 Iso gives you the carbon composite construction with a steel grille, saving you £70 over the Pro model.
If your budget sits in the middle, the C5 Iso Pro is a genuinely clever option, pairing a titanium grille and Maglock buckle with the more affordable polymer shell.
If you’re trying Knyx for the first time or buying on a tighter budget, the C5 Iso still gives you the full Isofit fit system and free neck guard for under £110.
What stands out across the whole Knyx range isn’t any single helmet, it’s the consistency of the underlying technology. Whether you spend £109.95 or £354.95, you get the same Isofit adjustment system, the same RIM impact protection, the same EVS ventilation, and a free neck guard in the box. The differences between models come down to shell material, grille, and buckle, which makes choosing between them refreshingly straightforward compared to some more sprawling helmet ranges.
You can see and try the full Knyx range at our London store in Ealing, or order online with next day delivery. As with any cricket helmet, always check the current safety label on the specific model before you buy, whichever brand you choose.
Come and try the full range at our Ealing store, or get in touch and our team will help you find the right fit.
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