Comparison: Falken EuroWinter HS02 vs. Michelin ALPIN 7

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Falken (58%). In this particular case, the Michelin ALPIN 7 has a better rating of 83% 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 Michelin ALPIN 7 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AutoMotorSport 2025 215/55 R17 test, where both the EuroWinter HS02 and the ALPIN 7 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Falken EuroWinter HS02 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin ALPIN 7 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the EuroWinter HS02 is made in Turkey and ALPIN 7 is made in Spain/Germany.