Our goalie chest and arm protector rankings are built on real-time SidelineSwap sales data, showing which units goalies choose most often. Updated weekly, these rankings reflect what’s popular right now and help you weigh tradeoffs like mobility, protection, and fit to find the right gear for your playing style.
The Bauer Hyperlite 2 goalie chest protector is engineered with a strong emphasis on flexibility and shock absorption. It features a pad designed to absorb impacts while keeping the players chest mobile, and special floaters that expand and retract in sync with their movements—delivering maximum coverage without restricting mobility.
The Bauer GSX chest protector is lighter than its predecessor, promoting agility and comfort. It features an improved belly wrap system like the Elite, optimized to integrate with pants for a secure and comfortable fit regardless of stance or movement.
The Bauer Elite chest and arm protector focuses on improved integration and fit. Its belly wrap system has been upgraded for a better anatomical fit, ensuring it works seamlessly with goalie pants during transitions in and out of the crouch. The unit is now 5% lighter than previous Elite models, supporting quicker reactions and overall comfort.
The Bauer Hyperlite chest protector blends advanced protection with ease of motion. It features Bauer’s Fused Comp foam in the arms for elite-level protection and Rebound Control Foam in the sternum and belly for shock absorption and rebound suppression.
The Warrior Ritual X3E goalie chest protector stands out for its lightweight, mobility-focused design. Warrior integrates AxyFlex Light technology in the arms and torso to promote flexible movement, while streamlined arms and shoulders minimize bulk. The ultra-light build makes it easy to move fast on the ice and react with confidence.
The CCM EFlex 5.5 is all about unrestricted mobility and thorough protection. Its Max Flex Fit construction ensures the unit moves naturally with every action. Key areas are reinforced with PE foam for sternum protection, and extended rib guards provide extra side coverage. Quick-release Velcro and flex motion design at the shoulders and elbows let goalies personalize fit and movement.