88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
356 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Cooper Discoverer STT PRO 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 STT PRO — better snow, dry and comfort. Pick the General Grabber A/TX if noise and treadwear 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)
Discoverer STT PRO leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer STT PRO | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
| America's Tire owners | 96 | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Discoverer STT PRO leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer STT PRO | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
| America's Tire owners | 91 | 91 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Discoverer STT PRO leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer STT PRO | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Discoverer STT PRO leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer STT PRO | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
| America's Tire owners | 88 | 89 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Grabber A/TX leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer STT PRO | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 79 | – |
| America's Tire owners | 78 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Grabber A/TX leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer STT PRO | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 75 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 97 |
| SimpleTire owners | 84 | – |
| America's Tire owners | 87 | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Grabber A/TX leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Discoverer STT PRO | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 50 |
| America's Tire owners | 90 | 91 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Cooper Discoverer STT PRO | General Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 82 |
| Dry | 95 | 81 |
| Wet | 91 | 81 |
| Snow | 88 | 70 |
| Comfort | 88 | 75 |
| Noise | 78 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 86 | 89 |
| Handling | 89 | 90 |
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Headline score
88
/ 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
Cooper Discoverer STT PRO
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
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 STT PRO | B · General Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 23 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 18 - 22/32″ | 14 - 17/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 640 A A - B |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering |
| Max pressure | 35 - 80 psi | 35 - 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Cooper
82
/ 100
General
Winner: Cooper Discoverer STT PRO — better snow, dry and comfort. Pick the General Grabber A/TX if noise and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Cooper Discoverer STT PRO scores 88 vs 70 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Cooper Discoverer STT PRO scores 95 vs 81 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Cooper Discoverer STT PRO scores 88 vs 75 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Cooper Discoverer STT PRO scores 91 vs 81 on wet.
Tire A · Cooper Discoverer STT PRO
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.