61
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
56/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Hankook Optimo H426 vs Toyo Proxes TQ — 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
67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Proxes TQ — better comfort, snow and dry. Pick the Hankook Optimo H426 if wet and treadwear 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)
Proxes TQ leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Optimo H426 | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Optimo H426 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Optimo H426 | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 51 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 55 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Proxes TQ leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Optimo H426 | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 25 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 48 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes TQ leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | Optimo H426 | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 56 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Optimo H426 | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Optimo H426 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Optimo H426 | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 47 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 51 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Proxes TQ leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Optimo H426 | Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Optimo H426 | Toyo Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 61 | 67 |
| Dry | 80 | 97 |
| Wet | 74 | 55 |
| Snow | 21 | 48 |
| Comfort | 58 | 94 |
| Noise | – | 88 |
| Treadwear | 59 | 51 |
| Handling | 63 | 80 |
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Headline score
61
/ 100
Tire A
67
/ 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 Optimo H426 presents a polarizing experience, often serving as an OEM tire that provides competent dry and wet traction for daily commuting. While some users appreciate its initial comfort and handling capabilities, the consensus is heavily impacted by concerns regarding premature tread wear and inconsistent noise levels over the life of the tire.
Pros
- Reliable grip and handling on dry pavement
- Confident performance in wet weather conditions
- Initial comfort and quietness when new
Cons
- Short tread life and premature wear
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- High price point relative to performance value
- Uneven wear patterns across front and rear axles
Observations
- Users reported significantly faster wear on front-wheel-drive vehicles, leading to uneven tread depletion compared to rear tires.
- Drivers of compact sedans noted that while the tire offers decent handling, it fails to maintain its initial noise-dampening qualities over time.
The Toyo Proxes TQ is widely regarded as a high-performance drag radial that excels in straight-line traction for high-horsepower vehicles. While users praise its ability to put significant power to the pavement, the tire's specialized design necessitates caution in adverse weather conditions and compromises in lateral stability.
Pros
- Exceptional straight-line traction and launch capability for high-horsepower applications
- Competitive pricing compared to other drag radial alternatives
- Surprisingly quiet operation during normal street driving
- Predictable grip characteristics once the tire reaches operating temperature
Cons
- Dangerous handling characteristics in heavy rain or standing water
- Noticeable sidewall flex during aggressive cornering or rapid steering inputs
- Requires proper heat cycling/warming to achieve maximum performance
- Limited suitability for daily driving due to wet-weather instability
Observations
- High-horsepower platforms like the C5 Corvette, Viper GTS, and Cobra report excellent launch performance with these tires.
- Users noted that the tire's soft sidewall construction can lead to a 'rolling' sensation during quick lane changes or cornering maneuvers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Optimo H426 | B · Toyo Proxes TQ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 4 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 18″ |
| Tread depth | — | 6.4/32″ |
| UTQG | — | B B |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
61
/ 100
Hankook
67
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Proxes TQ — better comfort, snow and dry. Pick the Hankook Optimo H426 if wet and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Toyo Proxes TQ scores 94 vs 58 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Toyo Proxes TQ scores 48 vs 21 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Optimo H426 scores 74 vs 55 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo Proxes TQ scores 97 vs 80 on dry.
Tire A · Hankook Optimo H426
Tire B · Toyo Proxes TQ
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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.