Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 3 + 2 road tests and 6,420 + 251 owner reviews. How we score
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS is ahead, 78–73
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Tests 76 · 3 tests Owners 81 · 6,420 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 9 in 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test (ice braking)
“I ran the dws on my 700whp corvette ZR1 for 5 years . Never a problem and wear really good . I’ve tracked them in the qtr mile and roll racing . They hooked pretty good ls at the track . Had a 1.60 sixty foot on them”
Tests 70 · 2 tests Owners 78 · 251 reviews
Best test result: #2 of 8 in 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test (noise)
“How long have I got? Grabber at3s, plenty of tread but I’m seeing some cracks forming. Are these something I need to be concerned about imminently or am I safe to continue driving for a few more months?”
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 1 tests | 76 | 66 |
| Reviews found online | 88 | 78 |
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 75.5 + 40% × 87.6 = 80
Grabber AT3: 60% × 66.4 + 40% × 78 = 71
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 1 tests | 75 | 68 |
| Reviews found online | 92 | 78 |
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 74.8 + 40% × 91.5 = 81
Grabber AT3: 60% × 68.2 + 40% × 78.2 = 72
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 1 tests | 80 | 77 |
| Reviews found online | 72 | 73 |
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 80.3 + 40% × 71.7 = 77
Grabber AT3: 60% × 77.1 + 40% × 73 = 75
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / – tests | 74 | ≈ 71 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 83 | 77 |
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 40% × 74.3 + 60% × 82.6 = 79
Grabber AT3: 40% × 70.5 (est.) + 60% × 77.4 = 75
No road tests of comfort for Grabber AT3. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 1 tests | 71 | 75 |
| Reviews found online | 79 | ≈ 66 (est.) |
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 71.3 + 40% × 79.2 = 74
Grabber AT3: 60% × 75.3 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 72
No owner ratings of noise for Grabber AT3. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | ≈ 68 (est.) | ≈ 72 (est.) |
| Reviews found online | 71 | 82 |
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS: 60% × 68.1 (est.) + 40% × 70.9 = 69
Grabber AT3: 60% × 71.9 (est.) + 40% × 81.6 = 76
No road tests of treadwear for ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
No road tests of treadwear for Grabber AT3. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews found online | 83 | 74 |
| Source | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests | – | 52 |
| Category | Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | General Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 73 |
| Dry | 80 | 71 |
| Wet | 81 | 72 |
| Snow | 77 | 75 |
| Comfort | 79 | 75 |
| Noise | 74 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 76 |
| Handling (owners) | 83 | 74 |
| Efficiency | – | 52 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Wet grip starts at “Important”. Treadwear starts at “Neutral” here: road tests measured it for at most one of the two tires, so it rests on owner reviews. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Only one of the two tires has a score here, so this weight changes nothing in the head-to-head.
ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
Grabber AT3
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
| Discipline | Category | ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | Grabber AT3 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 99% #2/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | 95% #4/7 · Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #1/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | 97% #5/7 · Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 92% #3/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | 82% #3/7 · Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | 96% #2/7 · Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | – | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 92% #3/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | 98% #3/5 · Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | – | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 98% #2/9 · 2024 Tire Rack UHP All Season Tyre Test | 97% #3/5 · Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 99% #4/5 · 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | 99% #3/7 · Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #3/5 2025 AutoView Ultra High Performance All-Season Tyre Test | #3/5 2025 Wybór Kierowców Off Road Tire Test R18 | – | Different tests |
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
The community is largely positive on the DWS 06 Plus, praising its wet and dry grip, quiet and comfortable ride, and strong all-season versatility, including acceptable light-snow performance. Many owners see it as a top ultra-high-performance all-season and a cheaper alternative to the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4. Criticisms include mixed treadwear reports, a soft or squirmy feel, noise as the tires age, balancing difficulty, and the need for dedicated winter tires in heavy snow.
“Yep the set on mine are approaching 5 yrs/50K miles since being put on and tread depth is averaging 4/32". Will be replacing them in the next few months and no doubt will go back with the same exact thing. Definitely the best performing/most even wearing tire I've had on any vehicle for decades regardless of brand.”
“Got these for a steal I was looking for a 18 inch winter wheels set for my 997.1 S These came up and got them for $650 - full set with tires! Tires are Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus all-seasons - made in 0125 and have 90% thread on them. I was going to donate the tires and buy proper winter tires like Michelin Alpine, but google ai tells me these are better if the roads are clean so I might drive them when I put my summer tires away.”
“I went with Superspeed RF05RR 19x9.5 ET33 5x114.3 CB73.1. I liked the RF05RR better than the RF06RR many others have gotten. For tires I got 275/45ZR-19 CONTINENTAL EXTREMECONTACT DWS 06 PLUS XL. Yes tire selection is limited, but these had good ratings and I am happy. My reason for going to the 19s was increased sidewall. The ride is so much smoother than the OEM 21s. Much quieter than OEM as well. No plans on track days or anything like that, just daily driving, so grip was not a concern. Yes, the clearance is tight, but they fit. Balance weights have to go on the inside, but not an issue. Have not regretted going to 19s.”
Based on 140 community posts
Community feedback for the General Grabber AT3 is largely positive, with owners highlighting strong tread longevity, smooth ride comfort, and low road noise. Drivers also appreciate its off-road capability in gravel, mud, and snow, though occasional questions arise regarding sidewall damage, cracking, and tire sizing fitment.
“I have at3’s on my 19 f250 , I love them 23,000 miles on them and maybe I’m halfway into the tread life . I’m easily getting at least 40,000 miles out of them probably close to 50,000 till I get a new set .”
“I've always used KO2s but was getting really low miles out of a set on my 1 ton van for some reason. Switched to AT3s and pretty happy with them.”
“Quote: Originally Posted by porsche man Only got 32K on them and installed General Grabber AT3. Took a 2000 mile trip and I think the all terrain tires ride better and look bad ***. I have about 50,000 on my General Grabber A/T 3s 275 45 R20 They did ride so much better and not much sound at all. Great tires in snow and unstable terrain and sticky goo! I just had them rotated, tires were at 5/32 left, not quite to the bars. So I should get another 10,000 out of them, but they will be into the bars by then. I have noticed about the last 2000 miles, they are getting feathered and they are getting loud. I will see how much of it I can take before changing. But, I love them and they do look awesome!”
Based on 20 community posts
| Attribute | A · Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS | B · General Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season | All-Terrain tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 120 | 77 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 560 - 740 A - AA A | 560 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
| Sizes in common | 15 | 15 |
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS
General Grabber AT3
Winner: Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the General Grabber AT3 if treadwear matters most to you.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 80 vs 71 on dry.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 81 vs 72 on wet.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS scores 83 vs 74 on handling.
General Grabber AT3 scores 76 vs 69 on treadwear.
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Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS, 81 vs 72 on our wet score.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS, 80 vs 71 on our dry score.
Neither, by our numbers: 77 vs 75 on the snow score, within 3 points.
Neither, by our numbers: 74 vs 72 on the noise score, within 3 points.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS, 79 vs 75 on our comfort score.
General Grabber AT3, 76 vs 69 on our treadwear score.
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology
