73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
General Altimax Winter 3 vs Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — 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%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
96/100
145 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better noise, wet and comfort. Pick the General Altimax Winter 3 if snow 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)
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 75 | 66 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 92% | 87% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 97% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 61 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 86 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 86% | 95% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 94% | 95% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Altimax Winter 3 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 98% | 94% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 97% | 94% |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 76% | 94% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 67
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 25 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Altimax Winter 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | General Altimax Winter 3 | Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 88 |
| Dry | 78 | 78 |
| Wet | 69 | 88 |
| Snow | 84 | 77 |
| Comfort | 80 | 95 |
| Noise | 25 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 91 |
| Handling | 80 | 95 |
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Headline score
73
/ 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 92% #17/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 87% #3/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | +4.6 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 97% #17/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 99% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | -2.3 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 3% #35/56 · 2022 Winter Tyre Market Overview | 33% #3/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | -30.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 98% #6/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 94% #5/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | +4.3 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 97% #16/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 94% #2/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | +2.6 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 76% #4/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 94% #2/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | -17.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 86% #36/56 · 2022 Winter Tyre Market Overview | 95% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | -8.7 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 94% #18/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test | 95% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | -0.7 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The General Altimax Winter 3 is viewed as a capable, budget-friendly winter tire that provides reliable traction in snow and slush. While users appreciate its value and resistance to aquaplaning, some find the handling feedback and noise levels at higher speeds to be less refined compared to premium competitors.
Pros
- Strong performance in snow and slush conditions
- Effective resistance to aquaplaning
- Competitive price-to-quality ratio
Cons
- Increased road noise at highway speeds
- Soft sidewalls resulting in vague handling and road feedback
- Mediocre emergency wet braking performance
Observations
- Users noted that the rubber compound feels firmer than premium alternatives like Michelin, impacting overall ride comfort.
The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that excels in adverse conditions, particularly snow and heavy rain. Most users report a significant improvement in confidence and traction over OEM tires, though this performance comes with a slight trade-off in fuel efficiency and occasional reports of increased road noise.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and handling in wet, slushy, and snowy conditions.
- High level of driver confidence and vehicle stability.
- Smooth and quiet ride quality on dry pavement.
- Strong performance as a versatile, year-round solution for varied climates.
Cons
- Noticeable reduction in fuel economy (typically 1-2 MPG).
- Reports of increased road noise or a 'hum' at certain speeds.
- Some users report faster-than-expected tread wear.
- Higher price point compared to standard all-season alternatives.
Observations
- Drivers of hybrid vehicles, such as the Honda Accord Hybrid, noted a more pronounced awareness of road noise, likely due to the quiet nature of the electric powertrain.
- Users with AWD SUVs and crossovers consistently praised the tire's ability to handle deep snow and heavy rain, often citing it as a major upgrade over stock tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · General Altimax Winter 3 | B · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 34 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 700 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
General
88
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better noise, wet and comfort. Pick the General Altimax Winter 3 if snow matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 92 vs 25 on noise.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 88 vs 69 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · General Altimax Winter 3
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady
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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.