86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
66 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Hankook Dynapro HP2 vs Riken All Star 2 — 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
56
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Dynapro HP2 — better treadwear, wet and comfort. 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)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Dynapro HP2 | All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 73 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Dynapro HP2 | All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 57 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Dynapro HP2 | All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 70 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Dynapro HP2 | All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 67 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 50
Why this score
| Source | Dynapro HP2 | All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 73 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 37 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Dynapro HP2 | All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Dynapro HP2 | Riken All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 56 |
| Dry | 94 | 73 |
| Wet | 90 | 57 |
| Snow | 88 | – |
| Comfort | 91 | 67 |
| Noise | 91 | – |
| Treadwear | 87 | 37 |
| Handling | 64 | 60 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
56
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Dynapro HP2 is widely regarded as a high-value, cost-effective tire that delivers impressive ride comfort and dry-road handling for SUVs and light trucks. While most users are highly satisfied with its performance-to-price ratio, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and inconsistent wet-weather traction, leading to a generally positive but occasionally polarized reception.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Smooth and quiet ride quality
- Strong dry-road handling and cornering grip
- Reliable performance in varied weather conditions for most users
Cons
- Reports of faster-than-expected tread wear
- Occasional road noise or humming at highway speeds
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance reported by a minority of users
- Mixed feedback regarding deep snow and ice traction
Observations
- Users with full-size trucks and SUVs frequently praise the tire for providing a 'new car' ride feel.
- Some owners of performance-oriented or luxury SUVs (e.g., Audi Q8, Lexus RX400h) noted that the tire's limits are reached more quickly than premium alternatives during aggressive driving or emergency maneuvers.
- Positive feedback is consistent across a wide range of rim sizes, including 16-inch and 20-inch applications.
The Riken All Star 2 is viewed as a polarizing budget-tier tire that serves as a temporary solution rather than a long-term investment. While some users appreciate its value proposition for light-duty city driving, others report significant concerns regarding premature wear and overall durability compared to premium alternatives.
Pros
- Attractive low price point
- Acceptable noise levels for budget-conscious drivers
- Adequate stopping performance in light city conditions
Cons
- Poor tread longevity and durability
- Failure to meet safety inspection standards within a year
- Inconsistent quality compared to premium tire brands
Observations
- Users operating smaller, lighter vehicles like the Daewoo Matiz reported acceptable noise levels and curb-climbing capability.
- The tire is frequently criticized when used as a direct replacement for higher-end performance tires, highlighting a significant gap in material longevity.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Dynapro HP2 | B · Riken All Star 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Hankook
56
/ 100
Riken
Winner: Hankook Dynapro HP2 — better treadwear, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 87 vs 37 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 90 vs 57 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 91 vs 67 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Dynapro HP2 scores 94 vs 73 on dry.
Tire A · Hankook Dynapro HP2
Tire B · Riken All Star 2
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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.