Best bike helmets with built-in intercoms

Top pick: Sena Outrush 2 — the most complete answer to "talk to my riding partner without bolting on a headset." Mesh intercom is built into the helmet, so it keeps working as riders join or drop out, and it's the best-rated of the integrated options here.

Who the others suit:

• Sena Phantom — the premium choice: longest stated range and open mesh for big groups, plus ECE 22.06 alongside DOT.
• Sena Outrush R — the simpler, lighter-duty Outrush; good if you mostly ride two-up.
• Stryker (mesh) / Outforce — full-face smart helmets at the value end; Outforce is a single-size fit, so check sizing.
• K4 Intercom Modular — flip-up chin bar for glasses wearers and hot days.
• TORC T15B — budget entry into Bluetooth, but basic intercom.

Skip anything that's Bluetooth audio only — it plays music and calls but can't do rider-to-rider.