80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
14 professional tests
User signal (40%)
87/100
35 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Hankook Icebear W440 — 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
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Icebear W440 — better comfort. Pick the Falken Eurowinter HS01 if treadwear and dry 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)
Eurowinter HS01 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Eurowinter HS01 | Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 98 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eurowinter HS01 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Eurowinter HS01 | Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 97 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eurowinter HS01 | Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Icebear W440 leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | Eurowinter HS01 | Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 12 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 98 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eurowinter HS01 | Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eurowinter HS01 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Eurowinter HS01 | Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Icebear W440 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Eurowinter HS01 | Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 78 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken Eurowinter HS01 | Hankook Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 83 |
| Dry | 89 | 82 |
| Wet | 87 | 86 |
| Snow | 82 | – |
| Comfort | 42 | 88 |
| Noise | 82 | – |
| Treadwear | 90 | 82 |
| Handling | 76 | 78 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 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 Falken Eurowinter HS01 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that punches above its price point, offering impressive performance in wet, snowy, and icy conditions. While a small minority of users report mixed results regarding wet-weather braking confidence, the vast majority of owners praise its quiet ride, durability, and reliable traction in challenging winter climates.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance
- Strong traction and handling in deep snow and ice
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium competitors
- Surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride for a winter tire
- Good tread longevity and durability
Cons
- Higher rolling resistance noted by some users
- Inconsistent braking confidence on wet or slick asphalt for a small subset of drivers
- Increased road noise at higher speeds or when over-inflated
- Dry road handling is described as adequate but not performance-oriented
Observations
- Users with AWD vehicles (e.g., WRX, Ford Kuga) report that the tire complements all-wheel-drive systems effectively for snow navigation.
- Drivers noted that the tire maintains comfort and low noise levels even on rough road surfaces, particularly when moving from 15-inch to 16-inch wheel sizes.
The Hankook Icebear W440 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that offers impressive performance in snow and ice at a competitive price point. While some users note a necessary break-in period where the tires feel initially slippery, the consensus highlights a significant improvement in traction for rear-wheel-drive vehicles in challenging winter conditions.
Pros
- Excellent traction and confidence on snow and ice
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Noticeable performance improvement for rear-wheel-drive vehicles
- Reliable grip on ungritted and steep winter roads
Cons
- Noticeable 'slippery' sensation during the initial 100-mile break-in period
- Performance is strictly categorized as a budget-friendly option rather than a top-tier premium performer
- Mixed feedback on overall refinement compared to more expensive alternatives
Observations
- Users driving rear-wheel-drive platforms, such as the BMW 5 Series and Mazda Eunos, reported a transformative improvement in winter handling.
- The tire is noted for providing sufficient dry and wet grip once the initial break-in phase is complete.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken Eurowinter HS01 | B · Hankook Icebear W440 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 21 | — |
| Rim diameters | 17″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 11/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Falken
83
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Icebear W440 — better comfort. Pick the Falken Eurowinter HS01 if treadwear and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Icebear W440 scores 88 vs 42 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Falken Eurowinter HS01 scores 90 vs 82 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Falken Eurowinter HS01 scores 89 vs 82 on dry.
Tire A · Falken Eurowinter HS01
Tire B · Hankook Icebear W440
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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.