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Mips vs Nuro: Which Type 2 Safety Helmet Technology Is Best?
Both Mips® and Nuro are designed to address rotational impact—but they do it in very different ways.
Choosing between Securis helmets with Mips® and Hardknock helmets with Nuro technology comes down to how each system manages real-world impact forces.
Modern jobsites require more than traditional top-impact protection. Slips, trips, falls, and angled impacts can create rotational forces that increase the risk of serious brain injury. That is why many companies are upgrading to Type 2 safety helmets with advanced energy management systems.
TPR Industrial specializes in Type 2 head protection and supplies both Securis Mips® helmets and Hardknock Nuro helmets to construction, utility, and industrial crews nationwide.
Why Rotational Impact Matters
Many serious head injuries are not caused by direct impact alone, but by rotational motion—when the head twists during an angled hit.
This type of movement can cause the brain to shift within the skull, leading to concussions or more severe traumatic brain injuries.
That’s why modern Type 2 helmets are designed to address both direct and rotational forces.
What is Mips® Safety System?
Mips® (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) uses a low-friction layer inside the helmet that allows controlled movement during angled impacts. This movement helps redirect rotational energy away from the head.
Securis helmets with Mips® technology are designed to help reduce rotational motion caused by slips, trips, and side impacts commonly seen on jobsites.
What is Nuro Technology (Hardknock)?
Hardknock helmets use Nuro technology (formerly known as WaveCel®), which is a cellular structure that flexes, compresses, and glides during impact.
This structure is designed to absorb and dissipate both direct and rotational forces, helping provide protection from multiple directions.
Mips vs Nuro: What’s the Difference?
Mips® (Securis)
Best for crews focused on reducing rotational impact from slips, trips, and angled hits.
- How it works: Uses a low-friction slip layer that allows controlled movement during angled impacts
- Impact focus: Primarily reduces rotational motion
- Helmet option: Securis Type 2 helmets
- Best fit: Crews looking for proven rotational impact protection
Nuro (Hardknock)
Best for crews looking for broader energy absorption across both direct and rotational impacts.
- How it works: Uses a cellular structure that flexes, compresses, and glides to absorb impact energy
- Impact focus: Manages both rotational and direct impact forces
- Helmet option: Hardknock Type 2 helmets
- Best fit: Crews looking for advanced energy absorption across multiple impact types
Which Type 2 Safety Helmet Is Best?
Both Securis helmets with Mips® and Hardknock helmets with Nuro provide advanced protection compared to traditional hard hats.
For most teams, the decision comes down to:
- Fit and comfort
- Accessory compatibility (face shields, earmuffs, lights)
- Crew preference and jobsite conditions
Many companies choose based on which helmet their crews are more likely to wear consistently—because the best safety gear is the gear that actually gets worn.
Securis with Mips®
Securis Type 2 helmets feature Mips® technology and are a strong option for crews looking for lightweight, low-profile protection with rotational impact management.
Hardknock with Nuro
Hardknock helmets use Nuro technology, a cellular system designed to flex and absorb impact energy from multiple directions. This makes them a strong option for crews looking for advanced energy management and durability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nuro the same as WaveCel?
Yes. Nuro is the updated name for the technology formerly known as WaveCel®. The core concept—a cellular structure designed to absorb and redirect impact energy—remains the same.
Is Mips better than Nuro?
Not necessarily. Mips® and Nuro use different approaches to manage impact energy. Mips® reduces rotational motion, while Nuro absorbs and redirects both direct and rotational forces. The best choice depends on your crew and jobsite needs.
Are these helmets Type 2 rated?
Many helmets using Mips® and Nuro technology are available as Type 2 safety helmets, meaning they are designed to protect from impacts to the top, front, back, and sides of the head.
What is the best safety helmet for construction?
The best safety helmet for construction is typically a Type 2 helmet that provides full impact protection, fits comfortably, and supports the accessories your crew needs.
Need Help Choosing the Right Helmet?
TPR Industrial specializes in Type 2 head protection and supplies both Securis Mips® helmets and Hardknock Nuro helmets for construction, utility, and industrial crews.
Still deciding? Choose Securis (Mips®) for rotational impact management, or Hardknock (Nuro) for broader energy absorption across multiple impact types.
