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Nokian Snowproof 2 vs Nokian WR Snowproof — 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 4 + 8 road tests and 8 + 4 owner reviews. How we score

Snowproof 2 leads, 76–72 Narrow edge

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Nokian Snowproof 2
Tire ANokian

Snowproof 2

Winter

± 6

Tests 74 · 4 tests Owners 82 · 8 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 7 in 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tyre Test (straight aquaplaning)

Nokian WR Snowproof
Tire BNokian

WR Snowproof

Winter

± 6

Tests 73 · 8 tests Owners 70 · 4 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (dry handling)

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 78

    Dry

    Snowproof 2 +3
    75
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 6 tests7679
    Reviews found online8269

    Snowproof 2: 60% × 75.8 + 40% × 82.4 = 78

    WR Snowproof: 60% × 78.8 + 40% × 69.2 = 75

  2. 85

    Wet

    Snowproof 2 +13
    72
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 8 tests8471
    Reviews found online8773

    Snowproof 2: 60% × 83.8 + 40% × 87.2 = 85

    WR Snowproof: 60% × 71.1 + 40% × 73 = 72

  3. 75

    Snow

    Snowproof 2 +5
    70
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 8 tests7273
    Reviews found online7965

    Snowproof 2: 60% × 72.1 + 40% × 79.3 = 75

    WR Snowproof: 60% × 73.4 + 40% × 65 = 70

  4. 77

    Comfort

    Snowproof 2 +5
    72
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 3 tests≈ 71 (est.)74
    Reviews found online8171

    Snowproof 2: 40% × 71.2 (est.) + 60% × 80.9 = 77

    WR Snowproof: 40% × 74.2 + 60% × 71.2 = 72

    No road tests of comfort for Snowproof 2. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.

  5. 58

    Noise

    WR Snowproof +13
    71
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / 5 tests5375
    Reviews found online≈ 67 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)

    Snowproof 2: 60% × 52.5 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 58

    WR Snowproof: 60% × 74.6 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 71

    No owner ratings of noise for Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof. The owner half is the owners’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.

  6. 74

    Treadwear

    Snowproof 2 +4
    70
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / 3 tests6969
    Reviews found online8171

    Snowproof 2: 60% × 68.9 + 40% × 80.5 = 74

    WR Snowproof: 60% × 68.7 + 40% × 71 = 70

  7. 72

    Handling (owners)

    Snowproof 2 +4
    68
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Reviews found online7268
  8. 79

    Efficiency

    WR Snowproof +6
    85
    Why this score
    SourceSnowproof 2WR Snowproof
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 2 / 6 tests7985
Scores at a glance
CategoryNokian Snowproof 2Nokian WR Snowproof
Relative Score 76 72
Dry 78 75
Wet 85 72
Snow 75 70
Comfort 77 72
Noise 58 71
Treadwear 74 70
Handling (owners) 72 68
Efficiency 79 85

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WR Snowproof

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.

DisciplineCategorySnowproof 2WR SnowproofΔHead-to-head
Dry Braking Dry 98% #4/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 100% #2/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests
Dry Handling (tester's mark) Dry 91% #6/7 · 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tyre Test 87% #4/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests
Curved Aquaplaning Wet 89% #5/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 77% #7/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests
Straight Aquaplaning Wet 95% #6/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 89% #8/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 87% #9/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 89% #5/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests
Wet Handling (tester's mark) Wet 90% #7/7 · 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tyre Test 60% #11/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test – Different tests
Ice Braking Snow 92% #8/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 94% #11/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Braking Snow 97% #7/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 98% #3/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests
Snow Handling (tester's mark) Snow 92% #5/7 · 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tyre Test 90% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Traction Snow 95% #11/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 96% #7/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests
Noise Noise 97% #13/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 98% #5/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Abrasion Treadwear 72% #9/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 82% #7/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Wear Treadwear 77% #7/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 70% #12/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Fuel Consumption Efficiency 98% #3/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 98% #3/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Value Cost 58% #6/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 53% #13/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall #9/16 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 #5/8 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Snowproof 2

Pros

  • Excellent grip and handling in snow and winter conditions
  • Very low noise level and high ride comfort
  • Good wear resistance and durability over the winter season

Cons

  • Slight tire flex can be felt during fast turns in dry conditions
All owner themes in the Snowproof 2 review

Tire B WR Snowproof

Pros

  • Excellent fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
  • Commendable noise suppression for a winter tire
  • Solid tread life and mileage performance

Cons

  • Inconsistent traction and frequent ABS engagement on wet, warmer roads
  • Lack of confidence and stability on icy surfaces
  • Underwhelming performance in deep snow compared to specialized winter competitors
All owner themes in the WR Snowproof review

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Nokian Snowproof 2 B · Nokian WR Snowproof
CategoryWinterWinter
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available1742
Rim diameters15″ – 19″14″ – 20″
Sizes in common1313

Which one should you actually buy?

Nokian Snowproof 2

Nokian WR Snowproof

Narrow edge: Nokian Snowproof 2 — better wet, snow and comfort. Pick the Nokian WR Snowproof if noise and efficiency matter most to you.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Nokian Snowproof 2 scores 85 vs 72 on wet.

Pick tire B You want a quieter cabin

Nokian WR Snowproof scores 71 vs 58 on noise.

Pick tire B You want lower fuel or energy use

Nokian WR Snowproof scores 85 vs 79 on efficiency.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Nokian Snowproof 2 scores 75 vs 70 on snow.

Tire A · Nokian Snowproof 2
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Tire B · Nokian WR Snowproof
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Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Which is better in the wet, Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Nokian Snowproof 2, 85 vs 72 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Nokian Snowproof 2, 78 vs 75 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Nokian Snowproof 2, 75 vs 70 on our snow score.

Which is quieter, Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Nokian WR Snowproof, 71 vs 58 on our noise score.

Which is more comfortable, Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Nokian Snowproof 2, 77 vs 72 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Nokian Snowproof 2, 74 vs 70 on our treadwear score.

Which rolls more easily, Snowproof 2 or WR Snowproof?

Nokian WR Snowproof, 85 vs 79 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