88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
79 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Destination A/T vs Toyo Open Country A/T 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
Tire B
Toyo
Toyo Open Country A/T II
92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
816 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better handling and treadwear. 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)
Open Country A/T II leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Open Country A/T II leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Open Country A/T II leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Open Country A/T II leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T | Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination A/T | Toyo Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 92 |
| Dry | 94 | 96 |
| Wet | 92 | 91 |
| Snow | 92 | 91 |
| Comfort | 92 | 93 |
| Noise | 90 | 89 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 92 |
| Handling | 60 | 93 |
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Headline score
88
/ 100
Tire A
92
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone Destination A/T is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-terrain tire that excels in ride comfort and noise suppression. Users consistently praise its balanced performance across various conditions, including snow, gravel, and highway driving, making it a popular choice for truck and SUV owners seeking longevity without the harshness of more aggressive off-road tires.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise for an all-terrain tire
- Strong value proposition with competitive pricing
- Reliable traction in diverse conditions including snow, sand, and wet pavement
- Impressive tread life, with many users reporting 50,000 to 60,000+ miles of service
Cons
- Noticeable decline in wet-weather traction as tread depth wears down
- Tendency to hydroplane in deep standing water
- Limited performance in deep, thick mud compared to more aggressive mud-terrain tires
Observations
- Owners of full-size trucks (Ram 1500/2500, Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado) frequently report that these tires significantly improve ride quality over OEM or more aggressive alternatives.
- Users note that the tire maintains a quiet highway profile even when upsizing to larger diameters like 33-inch tires.
- Drivers of light-duty SUVs (Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4) appreciate the balance of off-road capability without sacrificing daily driver fuel economy or noise levels.
The Toyo Open Country A/T II is widely regarded as a versatile, durable, and quiet all-terrain tire that excels in mixed-use scenarios, including towing and light-to-moderate off-roading. While the vast majority of users praise its longevity and highway comfort, a subset of owners reports persistent issues with high-speed balancing and inconsistent performance on slick, wet pavement.
Pros
- Excellent highway comfort and low road noise for an all-terrain tire
- Strong off-road capability in mud, sand, and loose rock
- High durability and tread life when properly maintained
- Predictable handling and stability while towing heavy loads
Cons
- Persistent reports of vibration and difficulty achieving a proper high-speed balance
- Inconsistent traction on wet or freshly rained-on pavement
- Potential for uneven tread wear if rotation and pressure are not strictly managed
- Some users find the compound too stiff for optimal grip in icy or packed snow conditions
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (e.g., Ram 2500/3500) report excellent towing stability, provided tire pressures are adjusted using the 'chalk test' to prevent center-tread wear.
- Users opting for 'C' load ratings on lighter vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler report a more comfortable ride but note 'squishy' sidewalls during off-road deflation compared to 'E' load versions.
- Owners of smaller SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Subaru Crosstrek) generally find the tire to be a significant aesthetic and functional upgrade over stock tires with minimal noise penalty.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination A/T | B · Toyo Open Country A/T II |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Tread depth | 14/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 460 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Outlined White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Firestone
92
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 93 vs 60 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 92 vs 89 on treadwear.
Tire A · Firestone Destination A/T
Tire B · Toyo Open Country A/T 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.