94
/ 100
Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
94/100
416 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S vs General Grabber A/TX — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
67/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
91/100
253 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S — better snow, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Discoverer AT3 4S leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer AT3 4S | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 70 |
| America's Tire owners | 98 | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 4S leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer AT3 4S | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 80 |
| America's Tire owners | 96 | 91 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 4S leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer AT3 4S | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 4S leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer AT3 4S | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 77 |
| America's Tire owners | 95 | 89 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 4S leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer AT3 4S | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| America's Tire owners | 92 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 4S leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer AT3 4S | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 97 |
| America's Tire owners | 93 | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 4S leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer AT3 4S | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 50 |
| America's Tire owners | 96 | 91 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S | General Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 94 | 82 |
| Dry | 97 | 81 |
| Wet | 96 | 81 |
| Snow | 90 | 70 |
| Comfort | 95 | 75 |
| Noise | 92 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 92 | 89 |
| Handling | 96 | 90 |
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94
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
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 General Grabber A/Tx is widely regarded as a high-performing, cost-effective alternative to premium all-terrain tires like the BFGoodrich KO2. Users consistently praise its exceptional traction in snow, ice, and wet conditions, as well as its surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride on pavement. While most owners report excellent durability, a minority of users have experienced faster-than-expected tread wear and noted that the aggressive tread pattern can pick up and throw small rocks.
Pros
- Outstanding winter and wet weather traction
- Competitive pricing compared to premium competitors
- Low road noise and high ride comfort for an all-terrain tire
- Rugged, aggressive aesthetic with effective rim protection
- Strong off-road capability in mud, gravel, and deep snow
Cons
- Tread pattern prone to picking up and throwing small rocks
- Noticeable decrease in fuel economy for many users
- Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear
- Occasional reports of 'tread squirm' or handling instability, particularly when new or under-inflated
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (2500/3500 series) generally report high satisfaction with towing stability and load-bearing performance when using Load Range E tires.
- Users with larger, wider tire sizes (e.g., 305/12.5R17) occasionally reported highway wandering or tracking issues, suggesting sensitivity to alignment and tire pressure in wider footprints.
- Some SUV and light truck owners noted a significant drop in fuel economy, likely due to the tire's weight and aggressive compound.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S
The Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S is widely praised by the community for its quiet and comfortable highway ride, excellent wet and snow traction, and solid fuel efficiency. Drivers appreciate its balance of rugged aesthetics and daily drivability, though recent discussions highlight growing concerns over reported product discontinuations and sizing shortages.
r/HondaElement
·74 upvotes ·2021-02-15
“Got some 225/75/16 Cooper Discoverer AT3 4s - Great fit on stock setup.”
r/4x4
·12 upvotes ·2026-07-08
“They Discontinued My Tire! I've been using Cooper Discoverer AT3 4s forever. For some reason Cooper, in it's infinite wisdom, has discontinued the 265 75r 16 size so I need a replacment. I'm in Southern California and do quite a bit of wildlife habitat restoration work in dry desert conditions. This involves lots and lots of highway miles as well as dirt roads from good to, on what planet is this a road. Occasionally we are even driving up dry washes, trying to avoid all the nasty sidewall eating rocks and spiny bushes. The tread on the discoverer is pretty modest and quite on the highway but when aired downed, runs well in sandy conditions. They even work pretty well in rocky conditions. The other thing is they wear really well. Ive got 60k+ miles on my current set and can squeeze another 10k out of them if I have to. So to the point, Im looking for suggestions for a replacment. Any help would be greatly appreciated.”
r/JeepRenegade
·6 upvotes ·2020-08-24
“New tires: Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S Needed a 3PMSF tire and these Coopers edged out the Wildpeak AT3Ws based on wear rating and highway performance. Also, Cooper has a promo right now for a $70 mail in rebate. MPG has been about the same, maybe slightly better. Visually, I like them, more rugged than the stock Falkens. Highway and forest road driving has been solid. Stock size, 215/65R17, on a 2020 TH: Read more”
r/tires
·3 upvotes ·2026-05-26
“New tire advice from people who know about cooper Ive had these discoverer at3 4s since 2022. I need to replace them and ive heard they stopped making them. Before this it had discoverer RTX and discoverer LSX tires. The ones people are saying kinda took over are the road and trail AT but they look way more offroad styled then the at3s did. I dont drive offroad but i dont want strictly highway tires. I do drive on the highway though and haul a bit does cooper have anything else or is the road and trail AT a good replacement? Read more”
Top themes
#Highway performance and low noise#Wet and snow traction#Tread wear and longevity#Availability and discontinuation rumors#Light off-road capability#Fuel economy and MPG
Based on 15 community posts
Tire B
Positive
General Grabber A/TX
Community members frequently praise the General Grabber A/TX for offering a lightweight, standard (SL) or lower load range option in larger sizes like 33" (275/70R18), avoiding the heavy weight and harsh ride of E-rated alternatives. Drivers appreciate their aggressive tread, good snow traction, and ability to help conserve fuel economy compared to heavier tires. They are often compared favorably against competitors like the BFGoodrich KO2, Falken Wildpeak, and Nitto Terra Grappler.
r/4Runner
·16 upvotes ·2020-10-11
“Swapped OEM 265/65R17 for Grabber A/Tx 265/70R17 On 2018 Wheels”
r/f150
·15 upvotes ·2023-11-05
“275/60r20 General Grabber A/Tx Just thought I'd share what my truck looks like with a slightly larger tire size in case anyone wondered. No level, just stock. Good looking tires in my opinion.”
r/f150
·14 upvotes ·2021-09-13
“Thoughts on the “General Grabber A/TX” Tire? I’m thinking about getting it in a 33” SL rated 275/70r18. This tire comes in at 46Lbs which is super light. $915ish for 4! It’s the only 33”, snow rated, All Terrain, C/SL load range I could find. All the other 33”s are E rated coming in around 60lbs.”
r/Crosstrek
·12 upvotes ·2025-04-12
“Tire recommendations! Current 215/75R-15 GENERAL GRABBER A/TX SL I am going to need new tires and I am wondering if I should buy a different tire than what I currently have. Overall these tires have been great and drive pretty well in the snow in VT and NY. Drive NJ roads year round aswell. Any recommendations?! Much appreciate any advice!! Read more”
Top themes
#Standard Load Weight Benefits#Snow and Winter Traction#Size Availability#Fuel Economy Conservation#Comparisons to Competitors#Aggressive Tread Design
Based on 9 community posts
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S | B · General Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring All Season tire | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Tread depth | 12 - 14/32″ | 14 - 17/32″ |
| UTQG | 620 A B | 640 A A - B |
| Treadwear warranty | 65,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering |
| Max pressure | 44 - 50 psi | 35 - 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
94
/ 100
Cooper
82
/ 100
General
Winner: Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S — better snow, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S scores 90 vs 70 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S scores 95 vs 75 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S scores 97 vs 81 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S scores 96 vs 81 on wet.
Tire A · Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S
Tire B · General Grabber A/TX
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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.