88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
96/100
145 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady vs Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — 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%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
34 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better snow, handling and noise. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 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)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 66 | 93 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 84 | 97 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 87% | 98% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 90 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | 93 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 95% | 93% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 95% | 100% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | 52 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | 76 |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 94% | 100% |
| Snow Traction (% of best) | 97% | 74% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 72 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | 94 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | 92 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Assurance WeatherReady | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady | Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 82 |
| Dry | 78 | 94 |
| Wet | 88 | 89 |
| Snow | 77 | 59 |
| Comfort | 95 | 87 |
| Noise | 92 | 79 |
| Treadwear | 91 | 82 |
| Handling | 95 | 80 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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 | 87% #3/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 98% #3/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | -10.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | 99% #2/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | -0.1 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 25% #4/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | 14% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | +10.7 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 94% #2/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | 100% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | -5.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 97% #2/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | 74% #6/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | +22.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 95% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | 93% #5/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | +1.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | 100% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | -5.1 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 is widely regarded as a reliable, quiet, and smooth-riding highway tire that excels in dry conditions and offers competitive tread life for many users. While it receives high praise for comfort and handling on various SUVs and trucks, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding winter traction and longevity, with some owners reporting premature wear and subpar performance in snow or heavy rain.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong dry pavement handling and stability
- Impressive tread longevity for many users
- Good value proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in wet and snowy conditions
- Reports of premature tread wear in heavy-duty or high-torque applications
- Occasional complaints regarding road noise or 'growling' sounds as the tire ages
Observations
- Users of heavy-duty trucks (2500 series) report high satisfaction with snow-clearing capabilities, though some pickup owners note faster wear under heavy towing loads.
- Owners of older SUVs (e.g., Jeep Cherokee) report significant improvements in ride quality and noise reduction compared to previous tire sets.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady | B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 34 | 48 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | 700 A A | 720 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 60,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Goodyear
82
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better snow, handling and noise. Pick the Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 77 vs 59 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 94 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 92 vs 79 on noise.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
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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.