Atlas Polarbear 2 vs Giti GitiWinterW1: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Atlas Polarbear 2 and Giti GitiWinterW1 appear in 7 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Atlas Polarbear 2 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Giti GitiWinterW1 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 91/100, based on 6 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Atlas Polarbear 2 and Giti GitiWinterW1 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Atlas Polarbear 2's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
Test profile
| Metric | Atlas Polarbear 2 | Giti GitiWinterW1 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring Winter | Touring Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 1 | 6 |
| Best rank | #10 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 31.8 | 12.4 |
| Latest test | 2020 | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 90.8 |
Tire Lab Score
Atlas Polarbear 2
Giti GitiWinterW1
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Atlas Polarbear 2 | Giti GitiWinterW1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 39.0 | Avg rank 15.2 | Giti GitiWinterW1 |
| ☀️Dry | No data | Avg rank 9.6 1 | Giti GitiWinterW1 |
| ❄️Snow | No data | Avg rank 11.0 11 | Giti GitiWinterW1 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 8.9 1 | Giti GitiWinterW1 |
| 📏Mileage | No data | Avg rank 9.0 | Giti GitiWinterW1 |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 5.7 1 | Giti GitiWinterW1 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Atlas Polarbear 2 vs Giti GitiWinterW1
The Giti GitiWinterW1 wins this category with an average rank of 15.2, compared to 39.0 for the Atlas Polarbear 2.
☀️ Dry: Atlas Polarbear 2 vs Giti GitiWinterW1
The Giti GitiWinterW1 wins this category with an average rank of 9.6, compared to no data for the Atlas Polarbear 2.
❄️ Snow: Atlas Polarbear 2 vs Giti GitiWinterW1
The Giti GitiWinterW1 wins this category with an average rank of 11.0, compared to no data for the Atlas Polarbear 2.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Atlas Polarbear 2 vs Giti GitiWinterW1
The Giti GitiWinterW1 wins this category with an average rank of 8.9, compared to no data for the Atlas Polarbear 2.
📏 Mileage: Atlas Polarbear 2 vs Giti GitiWinterW1
The Giti GitiWinterW1 wins this category with an average rank of 9.0, compared to no data for the Atlas Polarbear 2.
🔋 Efficiency: Atlas Polarbear 2 vs Giti GitiWinterW1
The Giti GitiWinterW1 wins this category with an average rank of 5.7, compared to no data for the Atlas Polarbear 2.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Atlas Polarbear 2 or Giti GitiWinterW1?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Giti GitiWinterW1 ranks higher on average than the Atlas Polarbear 2.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Giti GitiWinterW1 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Atlas Polarbear 2 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Giti GitiWinterW1 ranks better than the Atlas Polarbear 2.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Giti GitiWinterW1 shows better mileage performance than the Atlas Polarbear 2.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Atlas Polarbear 2 appears in 1 independent tests, Giti GitiWinterW1 in 6, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →