80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
76/100
62 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus S1 evo vs Laufenn S FIT AS — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
35 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Laufenn S FIT AS — better comfort, treadwear and dry. Pick the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 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)
S FIT AS leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo | S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo | S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 66 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 evo leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo | S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 66 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 10 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo | S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 84 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo | S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 95 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo | S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo | S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 76 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus S1 evo | Laufenn S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 82 |
| Dry | 87 | 92 |
| Wet | 82 | 82 |
| Snow | 80 | 60 |
| Comfort | 76 | 88 |
| Noise | 89 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 77 | 85 |
| Handling | 73 | 76 |
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Tire A
82
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Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Ventus S1 evo is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire that bridges the gap between premium pricing and budget accessibility. While many users praise its excellent wet and dry traction and progressive handling characteristics, experiences regarding tread longevity and road noise are notably polarized, often depending on vehicle weight and driving style.
Pros
- Strong wet and dry grip performance
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Predictable and progressive handling at the limit
- Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective hydroplaning resistance
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear life across different vehicle platforms
- Reports of premature sidewall cracking or perishing in some climates
- Occasional difficulty with balancing and road-force vibration
- Performance drop-off as the tire ages or reaches lower tread depths
Observations
- Users with Audi Quattro models frequently report high satisfaction with the tire as an OE replacement, citing a balanced feel.
- Owners of smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Ford Fiesta) report highly variable experiences, with some noting excellent longevity while others report poor wet-weather performance in specific small-diameter sizes.
- High-torque or heavier vehicles occasionally report rapid rear-tire wear and a 'twitchy' feeling when using run-flat variants.
The Laufenn S Fit AS is widely regarded as a high-value budget tire that delivers impressive comfort and low road noise, often outperforming its price point. While most users praise its dry-weather handling and ride quality, there is a notable consensus regarding its limitations in wet-weather traction and potential concerns regarding long-term sidewall durability.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price point
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling
- Easy to balance and install
Cons
- Noticeable decline in wet-weather traction
- Reports of premature sidewall issues or blowouts
- Tread life may be shorter than premium alternatives
- Performance can degrade significantly as the tire wears
Observations
- Users with high-torque vehicles, such as rear-wheel-drive EVs or powerful sedans, report significant traction loss in wet conditions.
- Drivers on larger wheel diameters (19-inch+) noted that while the tire is quiet, road noise is still perceptible due to the lower profile nature of the fitment.
- Some users on rougher road surfaces reported faster tread wear and sidewall vulnerability.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo | B · Laufenn S FIT AS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Hankook
82
/ 100
Laufenn
Winner: Laufenn S FIT AS — better comfort, treadwear and dry. Pick the Hankook Ventus S1 evo if snow matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Ventus S1 evo scores 80 vs 60 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Laufenn S FIT AS scores 88 vs 76 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Laufenn S FIT AS scores 85 vs 77 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Laufenn S FIT AS scores 92 vs 87 on dry.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo
Tire B · Laufenn S FIT AS
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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.