68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
61/100
7 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental WinterContact TS 810 S vs Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
58/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
83/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 — better snow, treadwear and handling. Pick the Continental WinterContact TS 810 S if dry and comfort matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
WinterContact TS 810 S leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 810 S | Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 70 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Winter i*pike RS2 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 810 S | Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 82 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Winter i*pike RS2 leads by 60
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 810 S | Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 28 | 95 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
WinterContact TS 810 S leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 810 S | Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 76 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 810 S | Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 89 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Winter i*pike RS2 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 810 S | Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Winter i*pike RS2 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | WinterContact TS 810 S | Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental WinterContact TS 810 S | Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 75 |
| Dry | 79 | 29 |
| Wet | 77 | 82 |
| Snow | 28 | 88 |
| Comfort | 79 | 64 |
| Noise | – | 89 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 90 |
| Handling | 73 | 80 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental WinterContact TS 810 S receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between praising its comfort and dry-weather performance and criticizing its significant lack of traction in snow and ice. While some drivers find it a capable winter performer, a notable portion of the user base reports that it fails to meet expectations in genuine wintry conditions.
Pros
- High levels of ride comfort and low noise levels
- Good braking performance on dry surfaces
- Strong resistance to tramlining
- Solid durability and tread life in moderate climates
Cons
- Poor traction and cornering grip in snow and ice
- Significant understeer and wheel spin in wet conditions
- Inconsistent performance in extreme cold temperatures
- Reported issues with air retention/deflation in sub-zero conditions
Observations
- Users driving compact vehicles reported satisfactory performance over multiple seasons in varied European winter climates.
- The tire is noted for being quieter and smoother than performance-oriented summer tires like the Conti Sport Contact 2.
The Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented winter tire that excels in severe ice and snow conditions. Users consistently praise its robust stud retention and predictable handling, positioning it as a competitive alternative to premium European brands.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and braking performance on ice and packed snow
- High-quality stud retention and long-term durability
- Predictable side grip and cornering stability
- Excellent value-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Vague steering feedback on dry tarmac
- Noticeable understeer when driving on dry road surfaces
- Performance on dry pavement does not match the precision of premium summer-oriented winter tires
Observations
- Long-term users report that the rubber compound remains malleable and effective even after multiple seasons of harsh Nordic winters.
- The tire maintains consistent performance characteristics across various vehicle types, including those with higher horsepower outputs.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental WinterContact TS 810 S | B · Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter High Performance tires | Premium Touring Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Continental
75
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 — better snow, treadwear and handling. Pick the Continental WinterContact TS 810 S if dry and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 scores 88 vs 28 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental WinterContact TS 810 S scores 79 vs 29 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Winter i*pike RS2 scores 90 vs 68 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental WinterContact TS 810 S scores 79 vs 64 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental WinterContact TS 810 S
Tire B · Hankook Winter i*pike RS2
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.