84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
35 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Laufenn S FIT AS vs Yokohama BluEarth AE01 — 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
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
22 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Laufenn S FIT AS — better treadwear, dry 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)
S FIT AS leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | S FIT AS | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 79 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | S FIT AS | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | S FIT AS | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 66 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 10 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | S FIT AS | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 75 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | S FIT AS | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 80 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
S FIT AS leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | S FIT AS | BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 68 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Laufenn S FIT AS | Yokohama BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 70 |
| Dry | 92 | 79 |
| Wet | 82 | 73 |
| Snow | 60 | – |
| Comfort | 88 | 75 |
| Noise | 90 | – |
| Treadwear | 85 | 59 |
| Handling | 76 | 68 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
70
/ 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 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.
The Yokohama BluEarth AE01 is generally regarded as a high-performing eco-tire that excels in wet and dry grip, ride comfort, and fuel efficiency. While many users praise its safety and handling characteristics, the consensus is heavily polarized by reports of inconsistent tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear compared to other brands.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry traction
- Noticeable improvements in fuel economy
- High level of ride comfort and handling
- Competitive price-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
- Reports of increased road noise as the tire ages
- Longer braking distances on dry surfaces noted by some users
- Vibration issues reported by a minority of drivers
Observations
- Users of small hatchbacks and city cars report significant improvements in wet-weather confidence and handling.
- High-mileage drivers, such as those using small vans, report favorable longevity when strict maintenance schedules are followed.
- Owners of premium compact vehicles (e.g., Mercedes A-Class) have reported disappointment regarding tread life compared to previous OEM fitments.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Laufenn S FIT AS | B · Yokohama BluEarth AE01 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Laufenn
70
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Laufenn S FIT AS — better treadwear, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Laufenn S FIT AS scores 85 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Laufenn S FIT AS scores 92 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Laufenn S FIT AS scores 88 vs 75 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Laufenn S FIT AS scores 82 vs 73 on wet.
Tire A · Laufenn S FIT AS
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth AE01
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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.