Airsoft masks are extremely important for a great airsoft game.
Not only for the obvious protection purposes but also for aesthetics. Cool airsoft mask can intimidate your opponents, while also building your image and identity as a player.
In this article, we will review some cool airsoft masks with unique looks.
Although looks will be the primary focus, we can’t disregard other important features any cool airsoft masks should have. So, let us discuss the key features and qualities you should look for when purchasing airsoft masks.
What You Should Look For In Cool Airsoft Masks
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Balance of Price VS Quality
Sure, there are cool airsoft masks above $300 with nice features, but are they truly worth the price? On the other hand, there are $20 and even cheaper options available. But, will they provide enough protection as well as feel comfortable enough to wear for long stretches of time? The balance between price and quality will the most important factor for us.
Look and Design
Since our focus today will be cool airsoft masks, of course looks will also be an important factor. We will choose our recommended products based on cool and unique designs. However, although looks will be our primary focus, doesn’t mean we will neglect other functional factors below.
Fog Resistance
No matter how good a mask or goggle is thermally treated, they will still fog a little. However, we will avoid recommending anything with serious fog issue. We understood how important visibility and accuracy are in a game of airsoft gun, so we will evaluate this factor with great care.
Ventilation/Breathability
A game of airsoft involves a lot of continuous activity: running, hiding, jumping, and you will definitely need a lot of air. That is why a good form of ventilation is necessary for any cool airsoft mask. There is no use of looking cool when you are unable to breathe through the mask, especially during a long game.
Product Recommendations
After we have discussed the necessary factors for cool airsoft masks, here are our top picks in no particular order:
War Game Steel Mesh Protective Mask (Full Face)
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The War Game Steel Mesh Protective Mask is very simple in its approach: using a full face steel mesh to protect your entire face. Yet, this simple approach looks very nice, making it one of the best options for cool airsoft masks.
The best thing about the steel mesh material is breathability, and since it didn’t use any lens, there won’t be any issue with fog. Steel mesh might need some time getting used to, but once you are familiar with it, you won’t have any issues with visibility and accuracy.
Keep in mind that steel mesh can indeed break with high-fps BB shots, especially when done point blank. However, the steel mesh material of the War Game Steel Mesh Mask is fairly strong and can withstand BB shots over 700 FPS without breaking. Still, you might want to avoid using steel mesh masks when there’s a lot of snipers with high-FPS markers.
The space between your eye and the steel mesh will allow the usage of glasses, so it will be a great choice for players with glasses, as well as if you want to use additional goggle within.
Nevertheless, it is a very decent choice for those looking for cool airsoft masks with great breathability and no fogging issue. There are several color options available, so you can choose the one that fits your other gears.
Pros:
- Great full face protection
- The steel mesh is fairly strong, can withstand 700 FPS of shots
- Very wide field of vision
- Great ventilation
- No fogging issue
- Very durable
Cons:
- Steel mesh can break with point blank or very high FPS shots
- The steel mesh look is not for everyone
Outdoormaster Full Face Airsoft Mask
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The Outdoormaster Airsoft Mask is very popular due to its unique design with a mean and intimidating look. As with the War Game Steel Mesh Mask above, the eye holes of the Outdoormaster Full Face Mask utilized steel mesh protection, meaning you also won’t need to worry about fogging issues.
However, since the steel mesh material is only used in the eye holes, you will still need to worry about breathability. Fortunately, there are plenty of breathable holes in the bottom, as well as larger holes at the nose to help with breathability. These holes also won’t compromise the look of the Outdoormaster Full Face Mask.
The mask is secured with six elastic straps, so it will stay in place even when you are running around. The interior is covered with rubber padding to ensure comfort, so although the Outdoormaster Full Face Mask seems ‘closed’, it is actually very comfortable and breathable to wear.
The Outdoormaster Full Face Mask is available with 9 different looks (when this article is being written), inspired by Captain America, Predator, skull-faced design, and the British flag of Union Jack among several others.
This mask is simply one of the best choices for cool airsoft masks providing unique looks, very decent protection, comfort, and breathability.
Pros:
- One of the best-looking airsoft masks
- Padded interior for comfort
- Adequate ventilation for breathability
- Reduces face sweat
- Can withstand very high FPS (except for the eye area)
Cons:
- The eye steel mesh protection can break from point-blank shots or high FPS shots
JT Elite Prime Goggle
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JT Sports is one of the most prominent manufacturers for paintball and airsoft masks, and the JT Elite Prime Goggle is one of the best options for those looking for a classic, tactical-style cool airsoft masks. The JT Elite Prime Goggle can also be used as paintball mask, so it might be a great choice for those enjoying both games.
Unlike the two masks we have discussed above, the eye protection of the JT Elite uses goggle instead of steel mesh, and there are pros and cons about this. The lens will indeed be vulnerable with fogging, however, it is very well made and thermally treated so the fog resistance is excellent. On the other hand, goggle protection is better at handling high velocity and point blank shots.
The lens also has a very wide field of vision, so you won’t have any issue with visibility. As you can also see from the picture, there are a lot of ventilation holes throughout the mask, so the breathability and comfort are very good.
Pros:
- Great looking tactical design
- Very durable and well-made
- Excellent comfort and breathability
- Superior lens with wide field of vision and fog resistance
Cons:
- Can still have issues with fog, especially during prolonged game
- A little small in size, and won’t protect the back of your head (combine with cap)
Bottom Line
There are definitely a lot more options available for clear soft masks. However, based on our research, the three products we have mentioned above are the best choices available, providing nice balance between price and value, comfort, protection, and of course, looks.