Ask the batters who walk into our Edison store which helmet brand they came for, and more often than not the answer is Shrey. The Indian protection specialist has spent the past decade becoming the default lid in club cricket, and it got there the hard way: by making helmets lighter without making them weaker. This guide covers every Shrey line we stock in the US right now — ten adult helmets from $44.99 to $219.99, compression wear, whites, socks, caps, the Meta kit bag range and a junior starter kit — with the prices, listed weights and sizing we actually sell them at.
One thing before the model talk: fit beats price. A $220 titanium helmet in the wrong size protects you worse than a $55 steel one that sits square on your head. We fit helmets in person at 37 Meridian Rd in Edison, NJ seven days a week, and everything below reflects what happens when real players try these lids on at the counter.
Who Shrey Is — and Why Helmets Come First
Most cricket brands started with bats and added protection later. Shrey did the reverse. It built its name entirely on head protection and only then expanded into compression layers, whites and kit bags, which is why the helmet wall in our shop carries more Shrey models than any other brand. The range runs deep enough that there is a distinct model at almost every price step between $44.99 and $239.99, and the differences between them are real — grille metal, liner material and fit system, not just stickers and colorways.
On certification: the spec listings for the Masterclass, Pro Guard, Performance and Classic lines all carry the BS/ICC 2013 safety standard, tested with both the 4¾ oz junior ball and the 5½ oz men's ball. If your league requires certified helmets — and most organized US leagues now do — those are the four lines to shop. The two cheapest models, the Star 2.0 and Match 3.0, are priced for tape-ball and casual cricket, where getting a decent lid on every head matters more than certification paperwork.
The Shrey Helmet Range, Tier by Tier
Masterclass Air: the flagship line
The Masterclass Air 2.0 Stainless Steel ($129.99) is the best-selling helmet in our store, full stop. You get the current-generation Xenoy composite shell — a tougher polymer than the standard ABS used further down the range — an EPS impact liner, a fixed stainless steel grille and the cushion-pad rear retention system. Listed weight is about 940 g, and we hold more of it than any other premium helmet: 18 units across sizes on the shelves as this guide goes up.
Spend $90 more and the Masterclass Air Titanium ($219.99) swaps the grille to titanium and drops the listed weight to roughly 740 g — about 200 g off the front of your head, which is exactly where you notice weight when you are sixty balls into an innings. It ships with a neck guard in the box, and stock is thin: three units left, medium and large only. The earlier-generation Masterclass Air Stainless Steel ($109.99, about 860 g) stays in the range as a quieter alternative with velcro-strap rear adjustment instead of cushion pads.
The range-topping Masterclass Air 2.0 Titanium ($239.99, roughly 740 g with the Xenoy shell) is out of stock with us at the moment. If that is the one you want, call or WhatsApp 1-732-250-3598 and we will tell you when the next shipment actually lands rather than leave you sitting on a backorder.
The middle tier: titanium on a budget, steel done well
The Pro Guard Air Titanium ($169.99) is the cheapest route to a titanium grille in the Shrey range — about 780 g listed, ABS shell, EPS liner. For players who want titanium sightlines without Masterclass money, this is the one we point to, and we currently have all four sizes from small to extra large.
In steel, the Performance Steel ($79.99) is the sleeper of the range: an EPS liner at a listed weight of about 740 g — the same weight as helmets two price tiers up — because it keeps the spec sheet simple. The Premium 3.0 Steel ($64.99, around 780 g) adds a rotary rear dial for one-handed fit adjustment; medium is the size we have on the shelf right now.
Entry level: where the liner changes
Here is the detail most buyers miss, and it matters more than any marketing line: below $60 the impact liner changes. The Classic Steel (from $59.99) is the cheapest Shrey with a crushable EPS liner — the same energy-absorbing material bike helmets rely on — plus a rotary rear dial that makes it easy to share between players. Listed at about 880 g it is on the heavier side, but it is the value pick on our wall and we stock it deep.
The Match 3.0 Steel ($54.99, about 740 g) and the Star 2.0 Steel ($44.99, about 720 g — the lightest lid in the entire range) use EVA foam padding instead of an EPS liner. EVA is comfort padding; EPS is impact protection. For tape-ball, backyard and casual weekend cricket they do the job and they are light, but if you face a leather ball every week, our counter advice never changes: find the extra fifteen dollars for the Classic.
The specialist: a helmet only for keepers
The Pro Guard Stainless Steel Wicket Keeping Helmet ($99.99) is the only dedicated keeping helmet we stock from any brand: short-cut peak for clear sightlines over the stumps, cut-out back so the shell does not dig in when you crouch, and a three-layer composite construction with a polyurethane liner. Shrey is explicit that it is for keeping only — not batting, not fielding close in. One small left in stock as of this run.
Every Shrey Helmet Compared
| Model | Price | Listed weight | Grille | Liner | Fit system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masterclass Air Titanium | $219.99 | ~740 g | Titanium | EPS | Velcro rear straps |
| Pro Guard Air Titanium | $169.99 | ~780 g | Titanium | EPS | Velcro rear straps |
| Masterclass Air 2.0 Stainless Steel | $129.99 | ~940 g | Stainless steel | EPS | Cushion-pad rear |
| Masterclass Air Stainless Steel | $109.99 | ~860 g | Stainless steel | EPS | Velcro rear straps |
| Pro Guard WK (keeping only) | $99.99 | — | Stainless steel | Composite / PU | Velcro rear straps |
| Performance Steel | $79.99 | ~740 g | Steel | EPS | Velcro rear straps |
| Premium 3.0 Steel | $64.99 | ~780 g | Steel | EPS | Rotary dial |
| Classic Steel | from $59.99 | ~880 g | Steel | EPS | Rotary dial |
| Match 3.0 Steel | $54.99 | ~740 g | Steel | EVA foam | Quick-release buckle |
| Star 2.0 Steel | $44.99 | ~720 g | Steel | EVA foam | Velcro rear straps |
Weights are the approximate figures from each model's spec listing; visor position and size change the number slightly. Browse the full Shrey cricket helmet collection for current colors and stock, or the wider cricket helmet collection to weigh Shrey against Masuri and Gray-Nicolls.
Titanium vs Stainless vs Mild Steel: What the Grille Actually Changes
The grille metal is where your money goes, and it changes two things: weight and sightlines. Titanium runs roughly 150–200 g lighter than the equivalent stainless model, and its thinner bars in a natural finish fade from your vision faster than powder-coated steel does. What it does not change is the certification — a BS-standard steel Shrey and a BS-standard titanium Shrey pass the same impact test. So the honest framing is that titanium is a comfort and vision upgrade, not a safety upgrade. Players who bat long innings or keep for forty overs feel the difference every time; a Saturday slogger mostly does not.
Getting the Size Right
Shrey adult helmets run Small (55–58 cm), Medium (58–61 cm), Large (60–63 cm) and X-Large (62–65 cm), with Junior at 52–54 cm on the models that offer it. Measure around your head just above the eyebrows and ears with a soft tape. If you land on a boundary — 58 cm is the classic case, technically both a Small and a Medium — come try both: the removable sweatband and rear pads tune the fit within a size, and every pad and band is washable, so adjusting costs you nothing. We do helmet fittings in the Edison store every day; it takes five minutes and settles more arguments than any size chart.
Neck Guards and Spares
The Shrey Helmet Neck Guard ($22.99) adds a polymer-shell, foam-backed shield to the rear rim of Shrey player helmets — the area the professional game started taking seriously a decade ago. The titanium Masterclass models list a neck guard in the box; for everything else it is a $23 add-on we would rank ahead of any cosmetic upgrade on the same budget. Shrey also sells a $9.99 hardware pack — eight nuts, four screws, four washers and four velcro sets — that has rescued more than one helmet in our workshop the night before a final. We keep it stocked for exactly that reason.
Shrey Compression: The Layer Under Everything
Shrey's compression range is small and inexpensive, and it solves a specific problem well: keeping guards in place. The FIT Intense Compression Shorts ($19.99) and the Compression Long Tights ($19.99) both have a built-in pouch for an abdominal guard, which means the box sits where it should for a whole innings without a separate jock. The Intense Compression Long Sleeve top ($24.99) is the piece Northeast players buy for cold April and September starts, and the Seamless Compression Trunks ($14.99) are the minimal cup-supporter option.
Two honest notes from the counter. First, the trunks use UK sizing with their own chart — Adult S-M covers a 30–33 inch waist, L-XL runs 34–37, 2XL runs 38–41 — so check before ordering. Second, trunks cannot be returned once opened, for hygiene reasons, which is standard retail practice but surprises people; get the size right the first time. For the broader picture on base layers across brands, our cricket compression wear guide linked at the bottom goes deeper.
Whites, Shirts and Everyday Kit
Shrey clothing is cut to European sizing and the product pages say it plainly: order one size up from your usual US size. With that handled, the value here is hard to argue with. The Premium Short Sleeve Shirt ($19.99) runs a chest chart from 38.5 inches at Small to 46.5 at XX-Large and is one of the deepest-stocked items in our whole clothing section; the long-sleeve version is $20.99. The matching Premium Off Whites Trouser ($19.99) is what most of our league customers wear on Saturdays — we hold it in six sizes and rarely run dry.
Underneath and around all that: Original Match Socks at $9.99 in combed cotton with reinforced heels and toes, the wool-blend Premium Grip Plus socks at $11.99 for players who want more cushioning in spikes, the Pro Double Layer training shorts at $19.99, and the cotton-twill Performance Hat at $12.99 for fielding through July afternoons. None of it is glamorous; all of it gets rebought season after season, which tells you what you need to know.
Meta Kit Bags: Pick by Liters, Not Looks
Shrey's current bag range centers on the PU-faced Meta line, and the sensible way to choose is by volume, not color:
- Meta 100 Duffle — 110 L, three bat pockets, tall standing design with carry straps, $109.99
- Meta 120 Duffle Wheelie — 140 L, six bat pockets, wheels plus lift straps, $139.99
- Meta 150 Wheelie — 150 L, three bat pockets with extra bottom storage, dedicated shoe and helmet sections, $169.99
- Original Pro Premium Duffle Wheelie — 137 L, six padded bat pockets, $114.99
- Star 2.0 Wheelie — 113 L, two padded bat pockets, abrasion-resistant base, $79.99
The rule of thumb from our shop floor: a full adult kit — bat, pads, helmet, shoes, clothing — needs 110 liters minimum, and keepers or two-bat players should go straight to the 137–150 L options. If you want to compare against other brands, the whole cricket kit bag collection is online, and our kit bag size guide linked below breaks down wheelie versus duffle versus backpack properly.
Starting From Zero: The Junior Kit Set
For parents outfitting a first-time player, the Shrey Star Junior/Youth Full Cricket Kit Set ($189.99–$199.99 depending on bat size, sizes 3 through 6) bundles a Kashmir willow bat, batting pads and gloves, thigh, elbow and abdominal guards, socks, a small helmet and a kit bag in one right-handed package. A chest guard is the one piece it leaves out. Pieced together separately the same list costs meaningfully more, and the set sizes are matched to each other — which is precisely the thing parents get wrong when buying items one at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Shrey cricket helmets any good?
Yes — Shrey is a protection specialist rather than a general gear brand, and its main lines (Masterclass, Pro Guard, Performance, Classic) are certified to the BS/ICC 2013 standard with both junior and men's ball weights. It is the best-selling helmet brand in our Edison store by a wide margin, across every level from juniors to first-division league players.
Which Shrey helmet do professional cricketers wear?
Shrey's own listings put the Masterclass Air 2.0 line on a long list of current internationals. The practical takeaway for a club player: the $129.99 Masterclass Air 2.0 Stainless Steel carries the same Xenoy shell and EPS liner as the titanium flagship — the extra $110 for titanium buys weight savings and sightlines, not more protection.
What is the difference between titanium and steel cricket helmet grilles?
Weight and visibility. A titanium grille saves roughly 150–200 g against the equivalent stainless steel model and its thinner, naturally finished bars are less visible in your peripheral vision. Certified titanium and certified steel models pass the same safety standard, so the upgrade is about comfort over a long innings, not about surviving a bigger hit.
What size Shrey cricket helmet should I buy?
Measure your head circumference just above the eyebrows: Small is 55–58 cm, Medium 58–61 cm, Large 60–63 cm, X-Large 62–65 cm, and Junior 52–54 cm. If you sit on a boundary between sizes, try both — the washable sweatband and rear padding adjust the fit within a size. We fit helmets in person at our Edison, NJ store daily.
Do Shrey helmets come with a neck guard?
The titanium Masterclass models list a complimentary neck guard in the box. For every other model, the Shrey Helmet Neck Guard is a $22.99 add-on that attaches to the rear rim of Shrey player helmets — and it is the first accessory we recommend on any helmet budget.
Can I bat wearing the Shrey wicket-keeping helmet?
No. The Pro Guard Wicket Keeping Helmet is designed for keeping only — the shortened peak and cut-out back that make it comfortable in a crouch are exactly why it is not built for facing bowling. Keepers who also bat need two lids, and the $99.99 keeping price plus a Classic Steel still lands under most single flagship helmets.
Try One On in Edison — or Ship It Free
Helmet buying is a fit decision, and fit is a five-minute in-person job. Our store at 37 Meridian Rd, Edison, NJ is open Monday to Saturday 11 AM–9 PM and Sunday 11 AM–8 PM — come try every helmet in this guide side by side, and while you are in we also handle bat knocking-in, scuff sheets, engraving and badminton stringing under the same roof. Ordering online instead? Shipping is free anywhere in the US on orders over $100 — every Masterclass and the Pro Guard Air clear that on their own — and there is a 7-day return window if the size misses. Call or WhatsApp 1-732-250-3598 for live stock checks and sizing help before you order.