Tests 70 · 13 tests Owners 78 · 20 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test (comfort (tester's mark))
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Michelin X Ice Snow vs Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 13 + 2 road tests and 20 + 21 owner reviews. How we score
X Ice Snow leads, 73–71 Narrow edge
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Tests 70 · 2 tests Owners 74 · 21 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 8 in The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 (snow handling)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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67
Dry
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV +168Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 11 / 2 tests 65 70 Reviews found online 71 67 X Ice Snow: 60% × 64.9 + 40% × 70.8 = 67
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV: 60% × 69.6 + 40% × 66.8 = 68
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71
Wet
X Ice Snow +269Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 12 / 2 tests 65 63 Reviews found online 79 79 X Ice Snow: 60% × 64.8 + 40% × 79.3 = 71
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV: 60% × 62.6 + 40% × 79.1 = 69
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76
Snow
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV +581Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 12 / 2 tests 73 81 Reviews found online 81 82 X Ice Snow: 60% × 73.2 + 40% × 81.2 = 76
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV: 60% × 81 + 40% × 81.9 = 81
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80
Comfort
X Ice Snow +971Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / – tests 81 ≈ 69 (est.) Reviews found online 79 72 X Ice Snow: 40% × 80.6 + 60% × 78.8 = 80
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV: 40% × 69.3 (est.) + 60% × 71.5 = 71
No road tests of comfort for Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
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75
Noise
X Ice Snow +1560Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 2 tests 80 62 Reviews found online ≈ 66 (est.) 57 X Ice Snow: 60% × 80.2 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 75
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV: 60% × 61.7 + 40% × 56.7 = 60
No owner ratings of noise for X Ice Snow. 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.
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76
Treadwear
X Ice Snow +373Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 72 (est.) ≈ 71 (est.) Reviews found online 81 78 X Ice Snow: 60% × 71.9 (est.) + 40% × 81.4 = 76
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV: 60% × 70.6 (est.) + 40% × 77.8 = 73
No road tests of treadwear for X Ice Snow. 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 Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
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75
Handling (owners)
X Ice Snow +867Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Reviews found online 75 67 -
77
Efficiency
X Ice Snow +374Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV Professional tests (TWG score) · 6 / 2 tests 77 74
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin X Ice Snow | Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV |
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| Relative Score | 73 | 71 |
| Dry | 67 | 68 |
| Wet | 71 | 69 |
| Snow | 76 | 81 |
| Comfort | 80 | 71 |
| Noise | 75 | 60 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 73 |
| Handling (owners) | 75 | 67 |
| Efficiency | 77 | 74 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
X Ice Snow
71
/ 100
Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV
The professional test results behind the scores
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 | X Ice Snow | Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 81% #10/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 95% #4/8 · 2022 Studded Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Dry Handling (tester's mark) | Dry | 78% #5/14 · 2025 Friction and Studded Winter Tyre Test | 80% #4/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 75% #3/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 92% #8/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 72% #10/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 87% #7/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% #6/14 · 2025 Friction and Studded Winter Tyre Test | 99% #5/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Ice Handling | Snow | 95% #5/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 100% #1/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Ice Traction | Snow | 99% #7/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 86% #8/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 96% #6/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 99% #3/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 99% #7/8 · 2024 Nordic Friction Winter Tyre Test | 97% #5/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 100% #1/20 · 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test | 97% #3/8 · The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 50% #14/16 · 2021 Studless and Studded Winter Tyre Test | 69% #7/8 · 2022 Studded Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #7/10 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | #1/8 The BEST Studded Tyres for 2025 | – | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A X Ice Snow
Pros
- Exceptional grip and traction in deep snow, packed snow, and slush
- High confidence and predictable handling on icy and freezing roads
- Impressive tread wear longevity and minimal wear over multiple seasons
Cons
- Average performance on dry and wet pavement compared to dedicated non-winter tires
- Slightly noisier on dry pavement as the tread wears down
- Can feel slightly twitchy at the limit or less comfortable than older X-Ice generations
Tire B Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV
Pros
- Exceptional traction and grip on ice and hard-packed snow
- Short braking distances and reliable stopping power in winter conditions
- Drivability and control restored in extreme mountainous or northern winter climates
Cons
- Increased cabin noise due to the metal studs
- Squirmy feel and sidewall flex on dry pavement
- Reduction in fuel economy
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin X Ice Snow | B · Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 100 | 49 |
| Rim diameters | 13″ – 21″ | 16″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 12/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
| Sizes in common | 8 | 8 |
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Michelin X Ice Snow
71
/ 100
Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV
Narrow edge: Michelin X Ice Snow — better noise, comfort and handling. Pick the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV if snow matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Michelin X Ice Snow scores 75 vs 60 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin X Ice Snow scores 80 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin X Ice Snow scores 75 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV scores 81 vs 76 on snow.
Tire A · Michelin X Ice Snow
Tire B · Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV
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X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Which is better in the wet, X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Neither, by our numbers: 71 vs 69 on the wet score, within 3 points.
Which grips better on dry roads, X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Neither, by our numbers: 67 vs 68 on the dry score, within 3 points.
Which is better in snow, X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV, 81 vs 76 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Michelin X Ice Snow, 75 vs 60 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Michelin X Ice Snow, 80 vs 71 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Michelin X Ice Snow, 76 vs 73 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, X Ice Snow or Hakkapeliitta 10 SUV?
Michelin X Ice Snow, 77 vs 74 on our efficiency score.
How do we compare tires?
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