84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
87/100
58 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
General Grabber APT vs General Grabber Arctic — 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
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
77/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: General Grabber Arctic — better snow, comfort and wet. Pick the General Grabber APT if noise 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)
Grabber APT leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Grabber APT | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 98 | 92 |
| America's Tire owners | 94 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Grabber APT | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | 94 |
| America's Tire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Grabber APT | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 56 | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | 98 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 91% | 100% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 94% | 89% |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 86% | 100% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Grabber APT | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 100 |
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 91 |
| America's Tire owners | 87 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Grabber APT leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Grabber APT | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 76 | 87 |
| America's Tire owners | 87 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Grabber APT leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Grabber APT | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | 93 |
| America's Tire owners | 86 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Grabber APT | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | – |
| America's Tire owners | 88 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General Grabber APT | General Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 88 |
| Dry | 90 | 89 |
| Wet | 85 | 91 |
| Snow | 67 | 88 |
| Comfort | 87 | 95 |
| Noise | 85 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 85 |
| Handling | 87 | 89 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Braking | Ice | 94% #2/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -5.9 | Same test |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 33% #3/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -66.7 | Same test |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 91% #4/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -9.5 | Same test |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 94% #3/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 89% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | +4.8 | Same test |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 86% #2/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -14.5 | Same test |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 98% #2/4 · What's the best type of tyre for your SUV or Pickup truck? HT, AT and MT compared and tested | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -2 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 80% #3/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 90% #2/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -10 | Same test |
| Subj. Snow Handling | Subj | 80% #3/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -20 | Same test |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The General Grabber APT is widely regarded as a versatile, budget-friendly all-terrain tire that balances on-road comfort with respectable off-road capability. While many users praise its quiet highway ride and strong performance in snow and wet conditions, experiences regarding tread longevity and balancing consistency are notably polarized.
Pros
- Excellent traction in wet, snowy, and light off-road conditions
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality for an all-terrain tire
- Attractive, rugged aesthetic that enhances vehicle appearance
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Difficulty in achieving proper wheel balance, leading to vibrations
- Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear
- Tendency to pick up and retain gravel in tread grooves
- Mixed performance on ice, with some users reporting poor grip
Observations
- Users of full-size trucks and SUVs report varying experiences, with some achieving high mileage (70k-85k) while others note faster wear under heavy use.
- Drivers of older trucks and SUVs (e.g., 2002 F150, 3rd Gen 4Runner) frequently cite improved handling and aesthetics over stock tires.
- Some users noted a slight decrease in fuel economy (2-3 mpg) after installation, likely due to the tire's construction and weight.
The General Grabber Arctic is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that offers exceptional traction on snow and ice at a competitive price point. While some users note increased road noise and a slight impact on fuel economy, the consensus highlights its reliability and superior stopping power compared to all-season alternatives.
Pros
- Excellent traction on packed snow, ice, and unplowed surfaces
- Significant improvement in braking performance and vehicle stability
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Effective performance when studded for heavy-duty or commercial plowing applications
Cons
- Noticeable road noise on dry or wet pavement
- Potential for decreased fuel economy
- Some users desire a more aggressive tread pattern for extreme conditions
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (Chevy 2500, F-150) report significant improvements in winter capability, particularly when used for plowing.
- Users note that the tires can be a tight fit on stock rims for certain full-size trucks, though they maintain a good seal in cold temperatures.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General Grabber APT | B · General Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring All Season tire | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 25 | 6 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 16″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 12 - 16/32″ | 12/32″ |
| UTQG | 360 - 740 A - AA A - B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 - 90 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
General
88
/ 100
General
Winner: General Grabber Arctic — better snow, comfort and wet. Pick the General Grabber APT if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
General Grabber Arctic scores 88 vs 67 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
General Grabber Arctic scores 95 vs 87 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
General Grabber Arctic scores 91 vs 85 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
General Grabber APT scores 85 vs 80 on noise.
Tire A · General Grabber APT
Tire B · General Grabber Arctic
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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.