82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
11 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Pirelli Angel ST vs Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Angel ST — better comfort, dry and wet. Pick the Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Angel ST leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 79 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 79 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SNOWCONTROL Serie II leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 81 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Angel ST | Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 80 |
| Dry | 84 | 80 |
| Wet | 83 | 80 |
| Snow | – | 89 |
| Comfort | 89 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 83 |
| Handling | 81 | 81 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 Pirelli Angel ST is widely regarded as a dependable, versatile sport-touring tire that offers a strong balance of dry grip, stability, and longevity. While users generally praise its predictable handling and confidence-inspiring performance in varied conditions, some riders report inconsistent wear patterns and a noticeable drop-off in performance as the tire nears the end of its service life.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and cornering stability
- Predictable and reliable performance in wet conditions
- Strong longevity for sport-touring applications
- Neutral and responsive steering characteristics
Cons
- Rapid, sudden wear once the tire reaches the end of its tread life
- Requires a brief warm-up period to reach optimal operating temperature
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance compared to premium competitors
- Potential for cupping if tire pressures are not strictly managed
Observations
- Heavy sport-touring motorcycles, such as the Yamaha FJR1300, benefit from running higher-than-factory tire pressures to prevent cupping and improve responsiveness.
- The rear tire performance is noted to be more stable and predictable when the motorcycle is loaded with a passenger and luggage, suggesting the carcass design favors heavier loads.
The Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, particularly in snow and ice conditions where it provides reliable traction and braking control. While users consistently praise its longevity and safety, the tire is frequently noted for producing higher levels of road noise compared to standard tires.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance on snow and ice
- Impressive tread longevity and durability over multiple seasons
- High level of driver confidence and vehicle control in adverse weather
- Reliable performance even after several years of use
Cons
- Noticeable road noise during operation
- Higher price point relative to some competitors
- Mixed value perception among some users
Observations
- Users operating smaller vehicles, such as the Renault Modus, reported excellent hill-climbing capability in heavy snow conditions.
- The tire maintains consistent performance characteristics across both city driving and long-distance winter travel, including extreme arctic conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Angel ST | B · Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Winter High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Pirelli
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Angel ST — better comfort, dry and wet. Pick the Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Angel ST scores 89 vs 72 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II scores 83 vs 78 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Angel ST scores 84 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Angel ST scores 83 vs 80 on wet.
Tire A · Pirelli Angel ST
Tire B · Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II
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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.