Comparison: Toyo Observe S944 vs. Vredestein Wintrac Pro (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Netherlands (Vredestein). Generally, Toyo winter tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Vredestein (67%). In this particular case, the Toyo Observe S944 has a better rating of 67% compared to 63% of the Vredestein Wintrac Pro. The first tyre test of Toyo Observe S944 was done in 2020, compared to 2018 when was the Vredestein Wintrac Pro first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the Observe S944 and the Wintrac Pro were tested. See more mutual tests below. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Observe S944 is made in Japan and Wintrac Pro is made in Netherlands/Hungary.