Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Triangle Snowlink PL02 and Triangle WinterX TW401 appear in 4 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 Triangle Snowlink PL02 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 Triangle WinterX TW401 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 84/100, based on 3 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 Triangle Snowlink PL02 and Triangle WinterX TW401 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 Triangle Snowlink PL02's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
Test profile
| Metric | Triangle Snowlink PL02 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 1 | 3 |
| Best rank | #14 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 34.3 | 10.7 |
| Latest test | 2023 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 83.5 |
Tire Lab Score
Triangle Snowlink PL02
Triangle WinterX TW401
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Triangle Snowlink PL02 | Triangle WinterX TW401 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 41.0 | Avg rank 14.4 2 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
| ☀️Dry | No data | Avg rank 7.0 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
| ❄️Snow | No data | Avg rank 3.0 22 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
| 🧊Ice | No data | Avg rank 14.0 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 5.0 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
| 📏Mileage | No data | Avg rank 14.0 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 2.0 1 | Triangle WinterX TW401 |
💧 Wet: Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401
The Triangle WinterX TW401 wins this category with an average rank of 14.4, compared to 41.0 for the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
☀️ Dry: Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401
The Triangle WinterX TW401 wins this category with an average rank of 7.0, compared to no data for the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
❄️ Snow: Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401
The Triangle WinterX TW401 wins this category with an average rank of 3.0, compared to no data for the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
🧊 Ice: Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401
The Triangle WinterX TW401 wins this category with an average rank of 14.0, compared to no data for the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401
The Triangle WinterX TW401 wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
📏 Mileage: Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401
The Triangle WinterX TW401 wins this category with an average rank of 14.0, compared to no data for the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
🔋 Efficiency: Triangle Snowlink PL02 vs Triangle WinterX TW401
The Triangle WinterX TW401 wins this category with an average rank of 2.0, compared to no data for the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Triangle Snowlink PL02 or Triangle WinterX TW401?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Triangle WinterX TW401 ranks higher on average than the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Triangle WinterX TW401 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Triangle Snowlink PL02 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Triangle WinterX TW401 ranks better than the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Triangle WinterX TW401 shows better mileage performance than the Triangle Snowlink PL02.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Triangle Snowlink PL02 appears in 1 independent tests, Triangle WinterX TW401 in 3.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →