Comparison: Toyo Observe S944 vs. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (GoodYear). Generally, GoodYear winter tyres are slightly better rated (94%) than Toyo (71%). In this particular case, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ has a better rating of 90% compared to 67% of the Toyo Observe S944. The first tyre test of Toyo Observe S944 was done in 2020, compared to 2019 when was the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2022 215/55 R17 test, where both the Observe S944 and the UltraGrip Performance+ were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Observe S944 is made - Japan.