Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Kleber Krisalp HP3
Expect the Fulda to counter with lower running costs and durability: it frequently tops wear, rolling resistance, and value metrics, and occasionally edges curved aquaplaning. But when conditions turn truly wintry or wet, the Kleber tends to stop shorter and handle more securely-an advantage that appears repeatedly and meaningfully in recent tests.
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been twenty-one tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Fulda Kristall Control HP2 | four | |
| Kleber Krisalp HP3 | seventeen |
While it might look like the Kleber Krisalp HP3 is better than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Key Strengths
- Excellent tread life and low wear across multiple tests
- Lower rolling resistance and often better fuel economy
- Strong value pricing versus peers
- Good curved aquaplaning resistance and occasional dry stability
- Top-tier snow braking, traction, and handling
- Consistently better wet braking and wet handling balance
- Very good straight-line aquaplaning resistance
- Low noise and good overall comfort
Dry Braking
Looking at data from ten tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during eight dry braking tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stopped the vehicle in 2.22% less distance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Dry Braking: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during six dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was 0.22% faster around a lap than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from seventeen tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during thirteen wet braking tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stopped the vehicle in 2.43% less distance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wet Braking: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stopped the vehicle in 1.1% less distance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during eight wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was 1.89% faster around a wet lap than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 had 10.34% higher lateral wet grip than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Wet Circle: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from ten tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during eight straight aqua tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 floated at a 2.23% higher speed than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 slipped out at a 4.4% higher speed than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from seventeen tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during fifteen snow braking tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stopped the vehicle in 2.02% less distance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Snow Braking: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during three snow traction tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 had 4.23% better snow traction than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Snow Traction: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during five snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was 1.44% faster around a lap than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during two snow slalom tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was 1.19% faster through a slalom than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Snow Slalom: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Ice Braking
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during one ice braking tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 stopped the vehicle 4.15% shorter than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Ice Braking: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 scored 16.25% more points than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Noise
Looking at data from ten tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during ten noise tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 measured 3.08% quieter than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Noise: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Wear
Looking at data from ten tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during eight wear tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 is predicted to cover 9.36% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Wear: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Value
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during six value tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 proved to have a 8.88% better value based on price/1000km than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Value: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
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Price
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during two price tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 cost 1.72% less than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Price: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from eight tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during six rolling resistance tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 had a 4.29% lower rolling resistance than the Kleber Krisalp HP3.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 and Kleber Krisalp HP3 performed equally well in fuel consumption tests.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Both tires performed equally well
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 was better during two abrasion tests. On average the Kleber Krisalp HP3 emitted 10.45% less particle wear matter than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Abrasion: Kleber Krisalp HP3
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Real World Driver Reviews
Fulda Kristall Control HP2 Driver Reviews
Drivers of the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 generally report strong wet and snow traction, predictable handling, and good comfort/noise levels, with several noting good value and even low rolling resistance. High-scoring reviews particularly praise its stability and confidence in winter conditions. A minority highlight longer-term issues, citing performance deterioration as the rubber hardens with age and instances of uneven rear wear/cupping that can raise noise. Overall sentiment skews moderately positive with some durability/aging caveats.
Based on 12 reviews with an average rating of 68%
Kleber Krisalp HP3 Driver Reviews
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.
Based on 36 reviews with an average rating of 84%
Conclusion
Fulda Kristall Control HP2 appeals on cost of ownership: excellent mileage, typically lower rolling resistance, and frequent value wins. It can feel stable in a straight line and resists curved aquaplaning well, but recurring wet-grip and dry-braking compromises limit its safety margin on clear or rainy winter days. If your winters are mild with rare snow and you prioritize longevity and fuel economy, Fulda makes sense; for typical or severe winters, Kleber is the confident pick. The practical takeaway: choose Kleber for safety-critical grip, choose Fulda for long-term economy.
Key Differences
- Kleber is markedly stronger in snow braking and traction; Fulda is only occasionally competitive on snow
- Kleber generally stops shorter in the wet; Fulda often trails in wet handling/grip
- Fulda delivers clearly longer mileage and better wear performance
- Fulda often has lower rolling resistance; Kleber can consume slightly less fuel in isolated tests but usually trails
- Kleber is quieter and more refined subjectively; Fulda can feel less precise with more understeer
- Pricing/value tilt to Fulda; Kleber's higher purchase price trades for higher winter safety
Overall Winner: Kleber Krisalp HP3
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.