The Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 dominates all-season performance, excelling in summer and winter disciplines alike. It sets a new benchmark with unmatched balance, delivering top-tier wet/dry handling and reliable snow traction, making it the test’s clear winner.

Key Features:

• All-season mastery: Best-in-test balance between summer agility (precise dry/wet handling) and winter competence (stable snow/ice traction).
• Versatility redefined: First all-season tire to achieve "very good" summer scores and "good" winter results simultaneously.
• New era standard: Combines sporty dynamics with cold-weather safety, eliminating seasonal tire swaps for most drivers.

Best for: Drivers seeking year-round excellence without compromises. Ideal for moderate climates with occasional snow, or urban/suburban use where all-season reliability trumps extreme specialization.

The Bridgestone Weather Control A005 excels in summer conditions with strong wet braking and agile dry handling, while offering basic snow braking for mild winters. Its winter traction and stability, however, fall short of dedicated all-season competitors.

Key Features:

• Summer mastery: Delivers class-leading wet braking and precise dry-road dynamics, rivaling premium summer tires.
• Light snow capability: Handles frost and light snow but struggles in deep winter conditions.
• Three-season reliability: Optimized for spring, summer, and autumn, with added cold-weather adaptability.

Best for: Drivers in mild climates seeking robust warm-weather performance with occasional winter usability, but not for harsh snowy/icy terrain.

The Continental AllSeasonContact 2 delivers best-in-test snow traction, making it a top pick for drivers prioritizing winter safety, while offering strong wet braking and predictable handling. However, its dry performance lags behind UHP summer rivals, with mediocre grip and braking distances.

Key Features:

• Snow dominance: Crushes competitors in snowy conditions, ideal for ski trips or alpine regions.
• Wet confidence: Short braking distances and stable hydroplaning resistance in rain.
• Winter bias: Perfect for drivers who prioritize cold-weather reliability over sporty summer dynamics.

Best for: Winter-focused all-season drivers willing to trade dry-road agility for snow/ice mastery.

The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen3, a pioneer in all-season tires, delivers strong summer performance with excellent wet handling and braking, but disappoints in winter traction and stability. Its dry braking lags slightly behind competitors, mirroring Bridgestone’s seasonal trade-offs.

Key Features:

• Summer/wet dominance: Excels in rainy conditions with confident handling and short wet braking distances.
• Winter shortcomings: Falls short in snow/ice traction compared to modern all-season rivals.
• Legacy refinement: Built on Goodyear’s all-season expertise but prioritizes warm-weather safety over winter prowess.

Best for: Drivers in mild climates valuing rainy-season reliability and all-season convenience, but not for harsh winters or deep snow.

The Michelin CrossClimate 2 balances year-round reliability with best-in-test snow performance, excelling in winter conditions while delivering competent summer handling. Though weaker in aquaplaning resistance and wet handling, it remains a versatile all-season choice for drivers prioritizing snow/ice mastery

Key Features:

• Winter dominance: Unmatched snow/ice traction, ideal for alpine regions or frequent winter travel.
• Year-round balance: Reliable dry handling and stability across seasons, though not sporty.
• Summer trade-offs: Marginal aquaplaning resistance and slower wet response compared to summer-focused rivals.

Best for: Drivers in snow-prone areas needing winter excellence without sacrificing basic summer safety. Prioritizes cold-weather confidence over dynamic warm-weather performance..

The Vredestein Quatrac delivers balanced all-season performance with a focus on comfort and low noise, excelling in dry/wet conditions but lagging in snow traction. Its refined ride quality and aquaplaning resistance make it ideal for mild climates, though winter capability trails competitors.

Key Features:

• Comfort-first design: Best-in-class cabin quietness and smooth ride, ideal for daily commuting.
• Summer/Wet competence: Strong braking and hydroplaning resistance in warm/rainy conditions.
• Winter limitations: Mediocre snow grip and stability, better suited for light frost than harsh winters.

Best for: Drivers in mild climates prioritizing refinement and comfort over aggressive winter performance. Perfect for urban use or regions with rare snowfall.

The Falken Euro All Season AS210 struggles in competitive all-season tests, delivering satisfactory dry handling but disappointing dry braking and inconsistent snow performance. While respectable in snow braking, its imprecise snow handling and poor traction on steep winter climbs limit its versatility.

Key Features:

• Dry-road agility: Competent handling on dry surfaces, but braking distances lag behind rivals.
• Snow inconsistency: Decent snow braking marred by unstable handling and steep-climb struggles.
• Update potential: Falken’s proven capabilities in other tests suggest room for improvement.

Best for: Drivers in mild climates prioritizing dry-road performance and occasional light snow use, but avoid for harsh winters or mountainous terrain.

The Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 offers strong summer-focused performance with agile dry handling, short wet/dry braking, and solid aquaplaning resistance. However, its weak snow traction and average wet handling relegate it to a niche all-season option for mild climates.

Key Features:

• Summer dynamism: Excels in dry-road agility and short braking distances, rivaling dedicated summer tires.
• Aquaplaning resilience: Strong straight and curved hydroplaning resistance for rainy conditions.
• Winter shortcomings: Struggles in snow/ice, making it more "3-season plus" than true all-weather.

Best for: Drivers in snow-free regions prioritizing summer safety and wet/dry performance, willing to compromise on winter capability. Ideal for urban commuters in mild climates.