Good call on making the switch — it’s never fun to admit it’s time, but after enough stitches it’s just not worth gambling. Visibility is always the main concern when moving from visor to cage.
The newer flat-bar designs are definitely a step up. I’ve tried both Bauer and CCM versions and found the sightlines much better than the old round-bar cages. Personally, I think black cages give the best visibility because your eyes adjust and kind of “ignore” the bars compared to silver or white.