81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
27 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Winterforce 2 vs Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT — Compared (May 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
Owner ratings
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT — better handling and treadwear. Pick the Firestone Winterforce 2 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 | Winterforce 2 | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Winterforce 2 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Winterforce 2 | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 48 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Winterforce 2 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Winterforce 2 | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Winterforce 2 | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Winterforce 2 | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 78 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Winterforce 2 | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 85 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Ice WRT leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | Winterforce 2 | Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Winterforce 2 | Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 84 |
| Dry | 83 | 83 |
| Wet | 89 | 88 |
| Snow | 96 | 87 |
| Comfort | 81 | 81 |
| Noise | 78 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 87 |
| Handling | 50 | 82 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone WinterForce 2 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly winter tire that excels in deep snow and challenging winter conditions. While it earns high praise for its aggressive traction and affordability, users note compromises in dry-road handling, road noise, and ice performance compared to premium alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and capability in deep snow
- Highly competitive price point
- Reliable performance for daily winter commuting
- Effective water displacement in wet conditions
Cons
- Increased road noise compared to all-season tires
- Noticeable 'mushy' or soft handling feedback on dry pavement
- Limited performance on ice without studs
- Faster tread wear when used year-round
Observations
- Users with RWD vehicles report significant improvements in winter drivability, though some note a lack of dry-handling precision.
- Owners of smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Mazda Miata, Ford Focus) report high satisfaction with snow-clearing capabilities.
- Some users report a harsh ride quality on older SUVs, suggesting the tire's construction may be less forgiving on certain chassis types.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Winterforce 2 | B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 31 | — |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 18″ | — |
| Tread depth | 12/32″ | 13/32″ |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | 50 - 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Firestone
84
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT — better handling and treadwear. Pick the Firestone Winterforce 2 if snow matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT scores 82 vs 50 on handling.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Firestone Winterforce 2 scores 96 vs 87 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT scores 87 vs 82 on treadwear.
Tire A · Firestone Winterforce 2
Tire B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice WRT
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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.