Comparison: Falken EuroWinter HS02 vs. Kumho WinterCraft WP52+

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Kumho winter tyres are slightly better rated (63%) than Falken (58%). In this particular case, the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ has a better rating of 87% compared to 65% of the Falken EuroWinter HS02. The first tyre test of Falken EuroWinter HS02 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Falken EuroWinter HS02 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (77%) of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ also have B wet ratings. We also know where EuroWinter HS02 is made - Turkey.