Kleber Krisalp HP3 vs Uniroyal WinterExpert
- TR Score
- 8.1/10
- Owners say
- 84% · 36
- TR Score
- 7.8/10
- Owners say
- 76% · 7
In the 11 independent tests that ran both tires, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 finished ahead 8 times and the WinterExpert 3 times. The Krisalp HP3 shed 22.5% less rubber in the abrasion test; the WinterExpert had 10.1% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Snow-heavy regions or mountain routes: Kleber Krisalp HP3. Mixed/mild winters with frequent wet roads or high annual mileage: Uniroyal WinterExpert.
Where the Krisalp HP3 is stronger
- Outstanding snow performance (frequent best-in-test snow braking and strong traction/handling)
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved)
- Often quieter with lower abrasion and good predicted mileage in some tests
Where the WinterExpert is stronger
- Consistently stronger wet braking and competent wet handling
- Lowest rolling resistance in class frequently; fuel-efficient for high mileage
- Often better overall ranking in large comparative tests due to balanced performance
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Krisalp HP3 vs WinterExpert at a glance
| Category | Krisalp HP3 | Gap | WinterExpert |
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| Shared tests won11 shared tests | 8 | 3 | |
| Dry10 measurements | 4 | The WinterExpert averaged a 0.6% higher speed on the dry handling course (4 tests) | 6 |
| Wet32 measurements | 13 | The WinterExpert stopped 2.6% shorter in the wet (10 tests) | 18 |
| Snow24 measurements | 21 | The Krisalp HP3 stopped 3% shorter on snow (10 tests) | 3 |
| Ice2 measurements | 1 | Level between the two. | 1 |
| Comfort7 measurements | 5 | The Krisalp HP3 was 0.8 dB quieter (6 tests) | 1 |
| Value14 measurements | 5 | The WinterExpert had 10.1% lower rolling resistance (4 tests) | 9 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.1/10 | The Krisalp HP3 by 0.3 | 7.8/10 |
| Owner rating36 and 7 reviews | 84% | The Krisalp HP3 by 8 points | 76% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 71% | Too close to call | 71% |
| Pricein the 6 tests that listed prices | +4.5% | The Krisalp HP3 was dearer in 4 of 6 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 75 | 62 sizes made in both | 90 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 11 tests, 2022 to 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Krisalp HP3 | Field | WinterExpert |
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| 2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test | P14 of 20 | P8 of 20 | |
| 2025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets! | P12 of 51 | P5 of 51 | |
| 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test | P7 of 31 | P11 of 31 | |
| 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test | P8 of 20 | P9 of 20 | |
| 2024 Winter 55 Tire Braking Test | P16 of 55 | P7 of 55 | |
| 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test | P11 of 20 | P12 of 20 | |
| 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tire Test | P10 of 16 | P14 of 16 | |
| 2023 Winter Tire Test 54 Set Braking Test | P4 of 54 | P11 of 54 | |
| 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test | P11 of 20 | P19 of 20 | |
| 2022 Winter Tire Market Overview | P16 of 56 | P17 of 56 | |
| 2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tire Test - 215/60 R16 | P6 of 17 | P12 of 17 |
Performance profile
18 measurements from the 11 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Krisalp HP3
WinterExpert
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 94%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 2 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Krisalp HP3
WinterExpert
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Krisalp HP3
WinterExpert
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Krisalp HP3 84% from 36 reviews and the WinterExpert 76% from 7. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 47.6 | 0.2% | 47.7 | 1-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.66 | 1.2% | 12.51 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 9.5 | 6.8% | 9.1 | 4-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 36.1 | 1% | 35.7 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Krisalp HP3 scores 8.1 and the WinterExpert 7.8 out of 10.
| Krisalp HP3 | Category | WinterExpert | ||
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| 34 | Dry | 35 | ||
| 72 | Wet | 70 | ||
| 55 | Comfort | 40 | ||
| 51 | Value | 69 | ||
| 90 | Snow | 65 | ||
| 20 | Ice | 19 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Krisalp HP3 | Category | WinterExpert | ||
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| 8.5 | Dry Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 8.5 | Wet Grip | 9 | ||
| 8.2 | Road Feedback | 7.3 | ||
| 8.1 | Handling | 7.4 | ||
| 8.4 | Wear | 7.8 | ||
| 8.8 | Comfort | 7.4 | ||
| 8.9 | Snow Grip | 7.2 | ||
| 8 | Ice Grip | 6 | ||
Owners rate the Krisalp HP3 84% from 36 reviews and the WinterExpert 76% from 7. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Kleber Krisalp HP3
- 84%from 36 reviews
- 71%would buy again
- 459,168 milesdriven by reviewers
Most drivers rate the Kleber Krisalp HP3 highly, praising its strong snow and wet performance, low noise/comfort for a winter tire, and decent wear/value. Dry grip and handling precision are adequate for normal driving but can feel soft with noticeable understeer if pushed; several users report a 'jelly/boat-like' feel. A minority mention noise at certain speeds, vibration/manufacturing issues in specific batches, and weaker performance on ice or slush at higher speeds. Overall sentiment is positive with safety and winter capability as standout strengths.
- snow traction and braking
- wet grip and aquaplaning resistance
- low noise/comfort for a winter tire
- good wear and value
- soft sidewalls/boat-like feel; weak handling precision when pushed
- dry grip/cornering weaker vs summer tires
- ice/slush performance can be limited at higher speeds
Summarised by AI from 26 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 36 Krisalp HP3 reviewsGreat snow and ice grip, much better than any winter tire i had before.
Good durability as well. Dry grip is fine, wet grip not as much and must be kept in mind. Not very noisy for a winter tire either. Would buy again if they are on discount.
Uniroyal WinterExpert
- 76%from 7 reviews
- 71%would buy again
- 59,000 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally report the Uniroyal WinterExpert performs strongly in wet conditions, with confident rain performance and good grip on wet and dry roads. Snow capability is usually described as good, though one reviewer felt it lagged behind a previous winter tire on snow/ice and questioned value for money. A recurring downside is higher noise typical of winter tires, while fuel economy and predictable, responsive handling are noted positives.
- strong wet grip and rain performance (hydroplaning resistance)
- good overall grip on dry and wet roads
- capable winter performance for normal/calm driving (including snow)
- predictable/controlled handling and responsive steering feel
- tends to be noisier than expected, especially at low-speed maneuvers
Summarised by AI from 6 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 7 WinterExpert reviewsTires that I had before was Hankook winter I-cept 2 much beter tires than this uniroyal when it comes to snow and ice driving, driving comfort are about the same, driving on wet roads uniroyal is realy good, beter than hankook, handling is ok and noise level beter than advertised. overall I will not spend that kind of money on uniroyal anymore.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 75 sizes of the Krisalp HP3 and 90 of the WinterExpert, 62 of them made in both.
| Category | Krisalp HP3 | WinterExpert |
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| Season | Winter | Winter |
| Sizes made | 75 sizes, 14 to 20 inch | 90 sizes, 13 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 62 sizes 155/65 R14165/65 R14165/70 R14175/65 R14175/70 R14185/60 R14185/65 R14185/70 R14165/65 R15175/65 R15185/55 R15185/60 R15and 50 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B90%C10% | C79%B21% |
| EU label rolling resistance | D50%C48%B2% | C64%D30%B6% |
| EU label noise | 68-71 dB A81%B19% | 71-73 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 112 of 112 | 121 of 121 |
| On the market since | 2016 | 2021 |
| Replaced | Kleber Krisalp HP2 (2013) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Krisalp HP3 was the dearer tire in 4 of the 6 tests that listed prices, by 4.5% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two established winter specialists with different philosophies: the Kleber Krisalp HP3, a touring winter tire with a strong snow bias, versus the Uniroyal WinterExpert, a premium-touring option tuned for all-round balance and efficiency. Across 11 shared tests from ADAC and Auto Bild, their trade-offs are clear and consistent.
The Kleber repeatedly tops snow disciplines and resists aquaplaning impressively, while the Uniroyal counters with shorter wet and dry braking, tidier wet handling, lower rolling resistance, and often better value. If you drive mostly on slush and wet motorways, the Uniroyal's everyday competence stands out; if you face frequent snowfall or mountain passes, the Kleber's snow security is hard to beat.
Conclusion
The data shows a clean split: Kleber dominates winter-core metrics (snow braking/traction/handling; straight and curved aquaplaning), while Uniroyal leads safety-critical wet braking and offers lower rolling resistance, often translating to lower running costs and stronger positions in large comparison tests. On snow, Kleber is repeatedly among the very best, posting several shortest stopping distances; on wet and dry, Uniroyal more often stops shorter and feels more composed.
Choose Kleber Krisalp HP3 if you routinely drive in sustained snow/ice and want maximum snow bite and aquaplaning reserves, accepting longer wet stops and softer dry reactions. Choose Uniroyal WinterExpert if your winter means mostly cold, wet, mixed conditions and you value shorter wet braking, fuel savings, and solid all-round manners. In mild-to-mixed climates and for high-mileage drivers, Uniroyal is the safer, cheaper-to-run bet; in harsh snowy regions, Kleber offers class-leading confidence.
Krisalp HP3 vs WinterExpert: your questions
Is the Kleber Krisalp HP3 or the Uniroyal WinterExpert the better tire?
In the 11 independent tests that ran both tires, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 finished ahead 8 times and the WinterExpert 3 times. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Krisalp HP3 scores 8.1 and the WinterExpert 7.8 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Krisalp HP3 or the WinterExpert?
The WinterExpert led 18 of the 32 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.6% shorter in the wet across 10 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The WinterExpert led 6 of the 10 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it averaged a 0.6% higher speed on the dry handling course across 4 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Krisalp HP3 led 21 of the 24 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3% shorter on snow across 10 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Krisalp HP3 shed 22.5% less rubber in the abrasion test (2 tests); the WinterExpert lasted 1.8% longer in the wear tests (6 tests) and had 10.1% lower rolling resistance (4 tests). Owners rate wear 8.4/10 for the Krisalp HP3 and 7.8/10 for the WinterExpert.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Krisalp HP3 was 0.8 dB quieter (6 tests). Owners rate comfort 8.8/10 for the Krisalp HP3 and 7.4/10 for the WinterExpert.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Krisalp HP3 84% from 36 reviews and the WinterExpert 76% from 7. 71% of Krisalp HP3 owners would buy it again, against 71% for the WinterExpert.
Which is more expensive?
In the 6 tests that listed prices, the Krisalp HP3 was the dearer tire in 4 of them, by 4.5% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Krisalp HP3 is made in 75 sizes (14 to 20 inch) and the WinterExpert in 90 (13 to 20 inch). 62 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Krisalp HP3 is graded B for wet grip and D for rolling resistance in most sizes; the WinterExpert C and C.
Which is the newer tire?
The WinterExpert is the newer design: it reached the market in 2021, the Krisalp HP3 in 2016. The Krisalp HP3 replaced the Kleber Krisalp HP2.
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Where this data comes from
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