Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Tigar Winter 1: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Falken Eurowinter HS01 and Tigar Winter 1 appear in 16 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. 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 Falken Eurowinter HS01 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 89/100, based on 14 tests.
How the Tigar Winter 1 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
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 Falken Eurowinter HS01 and Tigar Winter 1 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 prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Tigar Winter 1's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Falken Eurowinter HS01 | Tigar Winter 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 14 | 2 |
| Best rank | #1 | #14 |
| Avg rank | 9.3 | 31.9 |
| Latest test | 2022 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | 89.1 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Falken Eurowinter HS01
Tigar Winter 1
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Falken Eurowinter HS01 | Tigar Winter 1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 9.1 152 | Avg rank 37.0 | Falken Eurowinter HS01 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 6.5 14 | No data | Falken Eurowinter HS01 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 11.3 1 | No data | Falken Eurowinter HS01 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 7.4 311 | No data | Falken Eurowinter HS01 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 10.7 | No data | Falken Eurowinter HS01 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 1.7 621 | No data | Falken Eurowinter HS01 |
💧 Wet: Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Falken Eurowinter HS01 wins this category with an average rank of 9.1, compared to 37.0 for the Tigar Winter 1.
☀️ Dry: Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Falken Eurowinter HS01 wins this category with an average rank of 6.5, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
❄️ Snow: Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Falken Eurowinter HS01 wins this category with an average rank of 11.3, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Falken Eurowinter HS01 wins this category with an average rank of 7.4, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
📏 Mileage: Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Falken Eurowinter HS01 wins this category with an average rank of 10.7, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
🔋 Efficiency: Falken Eurowinter HS01 vs Tigar Winter 1
The Falken Eurowinter HS01 wins this category with an average rank of 1.7, compared to no data for the Tigar Winter 1.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Falken Eurowinter HS01 or Tigar Winter 1?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Falken Eurowinter HS01 ranks higher on average than the Tigar Winter 1.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Falken Eurowinter HS01 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Tigar Winter 1 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Falken Eurowinter HS01 ranks better than the Tigar Winter 1.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Falken Eurowinter HS01 shows better mileage performance than the Tigar Winter 1.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Falken Eurowinter HS01 appears in 14 independent tests, Tigar Winter 1 in 2.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
