80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
7 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 vs Hankook Optimo 4S — 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.
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83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
32 owner reviews
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VerdictWinner: Hankook Optimo 4S — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 if treadwear 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)
Optimo 4S leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 73 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Optimo 4S leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Optimo 4S leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 88 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
g-Grip All Season 2 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 78 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Optimo 4S leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | g-Grip All Season 2 | Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 78 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 | Hankook Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 83 |
| Dry | 73 | 86 |
| Wet | 74 | 86 |
| Snow | 83 | – |
| Comfort | 87 | 88 |
| Noise | 83 | – |
| Treadwear | 90 | 78 |
| Handling | 74 | 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.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 is widely regarded as a high-value, durable tire that excels in diverse weather conditions, including heavy snow and extreme temperature fluctuations. While it offers impressive longevity and comfort, performance-oriented drivers may find the sidewall softness and handling characteristics less engaging compared to dedicated summer performance tires.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability over high mileage.
- Strong, reliable grip in wet, snowy, and icy conditions.
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise.
- Excellent value proposition compared to premium-tier competitors.
Cons
- Noticeable sidewall softness leading to a 'mushy' feel during aggressive cornering.
- Not suitable for high-horsepower rear-wheel-drive vehicles due to traction limitations.
- Requires a warm-up period to reach optimal operating grip levels.
- Unconventional steering feedback that may require an adjustment period for some drivers.
Observations
- High-performance vehicles (e.g., Tesla Model 3 Performance) report excellent all-weather capability and longevity, though drivers accustomed to dedicated performance tires may dislike the handling dynamics.
- High-horsepower rear-wheel-drive vehicles experience significant traction loss and wheel chatter under acceleration, indicating the tire is not suited for performance-oriented driving styles.
The Hankook Optimo 4S is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that effectively bridges the gap between dedicated summer and winter rubber. Users consistently praise its convenience, strong wet-weather performance, and reliable traction in snow, making it a popular choice for drivers in variable climates who wish to avoid seasonal tire changes.
Pros
- Excellent traction and confidence in snow and icy conditions
- Strong performance in wet weather and standing water
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Good value for money compared to premium alternatives
- Convenience of year-round usage without seasonal swaps
Cons
- Dry road handling can feel slightly compromised compared to dedicated summer tires
- Some reports of increased noise levels when the tires are brand new
- Occasional reports of uneven tread wear or balancing issues
- Limited availability in certain larger rim sizes
Observations
- Users running lower-profile tires (e.g., 50-series) noted a harsher ride quality, with some recommending lower pressures or higher-profile alternatives for rougher roads.
- Drivers of front-wheel-drive vehicles noted that while the tires perform well, using them only on the front axle can lead to handling imbalances (oversteer) in deep snow.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 | B · Hankook Optimo 4S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring All Season tire | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
BFGoodrich
83
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Optimo 4S — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Optimo 4S scores 86 vs 73 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2 scores 90 vs 78 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Optimo 4S scores 86 vs 74 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Optimo 4S scores 78 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · BFGoodrich g-Grip All Season 2
Tire B · Hankook Optimo 4S
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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.