Comparison: Linglong Grip Master 4S vs. Dunlop All Season 2

This head-to-head compares the Linglong Grip Master 4S and the Dunlop All Season 2 across independent tyre tests and our aggregated scoring. Both are positioned as all-season/allround tyres, but test results and real-world strengths differ noticeably.

Quick facts: our rating — Linglong Grip Master 4S: 59%, Dunlop All Season 2: 66%. Neither model is listed as replaced by a newer generation.

Links: Linglong Grip Master 4S (manufacturer: Linglong) • Dunlop All Season 2 (manufacturer: Dunlop).

Test summary and relative positions

• In one AUTOBILD test (30 tyres) Linglong finished 4th while Dunlop came in 15th — a strong relative result for the Linglong in that particular lineup.


• In another AUTOBILD run (37 tyres) Linglong placed 14th and Dunlop 11th, showing Dunlop often ranks slightly ahead in broader, more competitive fields.


• Overall scoring and aggregated test feedback favor the Dunlop All Season 2 for its balance and endurance metrics; the Dunlop’s 66% overall rating is clearly above Linglong’s 59%.

Where each tyre shines

Linglong Grip Master 4S — strengths: testers highlight comfortable ride quality, predictable dry handling and attractive price/value. In some test line-ups the Grip Master 4S punches above its weight — finishing as high as 4th in a 30-tyre comparison — which underlines its value proposition.

Linglong weaknesses: recurring issues are weaker performance on wet and snowy roads and only modest aquaplaning reserves. That makes it less reliable in heavy rain or winter conditions despite its comfort and price advantage.

Dunlop All Season 2 — strengths: Dunlop stands out for balanced, consistent performance, excellent mileage and strong cost-efficiency. Test notes repeatedly award the Dunlop for best-in-test kilometer performance and fuel/mileage economy, and it shows fewer critical weaknesses across test conditions.

Dunlop weaknesses: minor drawbacks noted are somewhat reduced lateral control on deep snow and slightly extended wet braking distances in some tests — acceptable trade-offs given its overall endurance and economy gains.

Aggregated verdict — which tyre is better?

Comparing positions and test summaries, the Dunlop All Season 2 is the more complete tyre for most drivers: it delivers a higher overall score (66% vs 59%), the best mileage in tests, and a consistent performance profile without major weak spots. The Linglong Grip Master 4S is a compelling budget choice when comfort and dry-road handling are priorities, and it can outperform rivals in specific test line-ups — but it lags behind in wet and snow safety metrics.

Recommendation: choose the Dunlop All Season 2 for a balanced, long-lasting all-season tyre with superior test consistency. Opt for the Linglong Grip Master 4S if your main concerns are ride comfort and upfront cost, and you accept trade-offs in wet/snow performance.