77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
Owner ratings
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Updated September 2026
Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat vs Vredestein Wintrac Pro — 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
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
93/100
32 professional tests
User signal (40%)
87/100
30 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Vredestein Wintrac Pro — better treadwear and dry. Pick the Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat if noise 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)
Wintrac Pro leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 89 |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 89 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Wintrac Pro leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 83 |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 90 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 88 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| Tire Rack owners | 77 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 87 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Wintrac Pro leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 57 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | Vredestein Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 83 |
| Dry | 82 | 89 |
| Wet | 85 | 86 |
| Snow | 82 | 82 |
| Comfort | 80 | 79 |
| Noise | 78 | 71 |
| Treadwear | 56 | 87 |
| Handling | 83 | 82 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Vredestein Wintrac Pro is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that bridges the gap between dedicated winter traction and the handling characteristics of a summer tire. Users consistently praise its exceptional wet-weather performance, steering feedback, and stability at high speeds, making it a favorite for owners of performance-oriented vehicles.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and aquaplaning resistance
- High-speed stability and responsive steering feedback
- Strong performance in cold, dry conditions
- Excellent value for money compared to premium competitors
- Predictable handling and confidence-inspiring snow traction
Cons
- Noticeable increase in fuel consumption/rolling resistance
- Potential for accelerated tread wear if used in warmer temperatures
- Occasional reports of noise or 'squealing' during hard cornering in dry conditions
- Some users noted reduced traction when starting from a standstill on deep snow
Observations
- Performance sedan and coupe owners (e.g., BMW M-series, Audi S-series) report the tire maintains a 'summer-like' handling feel while providing necessary winter safety.
- Heavy vehicle owners (SUVs/Vans) report mixed results; while some appreciate the stability, others noted uneven wear patterns or reduced cornering precision on heavy commercial chassis.
- Drivers of high-horsepower RWD vehicles specifically highlight the tire's ability to manage torque and minimize wheelspin in cold conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat | B · Vredestein Wintrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Pirelli
83
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Vredestein Wintrac Pro — better treadwear and dry. Pick the Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Wintrac Pro scores 87 vs 56 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat scores 78 vs 71 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Wintrac Pro scores 89 vs 82 on dry.
Tire A · Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow Run Flat
Tire B · Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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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.