94
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
General Altimax Winter+ vs Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 — 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
92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
93/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: General Altimax Winter+ — better handling and treadwear. Pick the Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 if dry matters 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)
Winguard winSpike WH62 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter+ | Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 96 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 70 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Winguard winSpike WH62 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter+ | Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 100 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter+ | Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Winguard winSpike WH62 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter+ | Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 70 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Altimax Winter+ leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter+ | Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Altimax Winter+ leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter+ | Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General Altimax Winter+ | Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 94 | 92 |
| Dry | 90 | 95 |
| Wet | 90 | 91 |
| Snow | – | 89 |
| Comfort | 90 | 92 |
| Noise | – | 88 |
| Treadwear | 100 | 92 |
| Handling | 100 | 90 |
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Headline score
94
/ 100
Tire A
92
/ 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.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional winter performance, frequently outperforming premium competitors in both traction and tread longevity. Owners consistently report confidence in deep snow and icy conditions, noting that the tire provides a surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride for a dedicated winter product.
Pros
- Superior traction in deep snow and icy conditions
- Excellent tread life compared to premium winter tire alternatives
- Low road noise levels for a winter-specific tire
- Strong value proposition relative to performance
Cons
- Limited ice performance without the use of studs
- Availability of studding options may be desired for extreme icy climates
Observations
- Users operating front-wheel-drive minivans in heavy snow regions report high levels of stability and reliability.
- Owners of 4x4 trucks report excellent capability on steep, unpaved mountain terrain.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General Altimax Winter+ | B · Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Touring tires | Winter High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
94
/ 100
General
92
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: General Altimax Winter+ — better handling and treadwear. Pick the Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General Altimax Winter+ scores 100 vs 90 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
General Altimax Winter+ scores 100 vs 92 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 scores 95 vs 90 on dry.
Tire A · General Altimax Winter+
Tire B · Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62
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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.