Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Kleber Krisalp HP3
- TR Score
- 7.2/10
- Owners say
- 70% · 12
- TR Score
- 8.1/10
- Owners say
- 83% · 37
In the 22 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 finished ahead 18 times and the Kristall Control HP2 4 times. The Kristall Control HP2 lasted 10.9% longer in the wear tests; the Krisalp HP3 stopped 2.7% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Pick the Kleber Krisalp HP3 if you want the more consistently strong winter performer, especially for wet and snow braking and wet-road security. Choose the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 if mileage and rolling resistance matter most to you, and you can live with several tests showing weaker wet braking and wet handling.
Where the Kristall Control HP2 is stronger
- Often stronger for predicted wear and mileage, for example a large projected advantage in ADAC's 2023 winter test.
- Frequently lower rolling resistance in Auto Bild testing, including the 2019 and 2020 performance winter tests.
- Repeatedly good results in curved or lateral aquaplaning measures, for example in ADAC 2023 and ADAC 2025.
Where the Krisalp HP3 is stronger
- More consistent shorter wet braking across the shared tests, including sizeable gaps in the 2026 braking test and ADAC 2023.
- Usually stronger on snow, with repeated wins in snow braking and traction in Auto Bild 2025 and the multi-tyre braking tests.
- Typically quieter in measured noise, such as ADAC 2023 and ADAC 2025.
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.
Kristall Control HP2 vs Krisalp HP3 at a glance
| Category | Kristall Control HP2 | Gap | Krisalp HP3 |
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| Shared tests won22 shared tests | 4 | 18 | |
| Dry18 measurements | 8 | The Krisalp HP3 stopped 2.2% shorter in the dry (10 tests) | 10 |
| Wet48 measurements | 12 | The Krisalp HP3 stopped 2.7% shorter in the wet (18 tests) | 35 |
| Snow36 measurements | 9 | The Krisalp HP3 stopped 2% shorter on snow (18 tests) | 27 |
| Ice2 measurements | 1 | Level between the two. | 1 |
| Comfort11 measurements | 1 | The Krisalp HP3 was 2.2 dB quieter (10 tests) | 10 |
| Value22 measurements | 15 | The Kristall Control HP2 lasted 10.9% longer in the wear tests (10 tests) | 7 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 7.2/10 | The Krisalp HP3 by 0.9 | 8.1/10 |
| Owner rating12 and 37 reviews | 70% | The Krisalp HP3 by 13 points | 83% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 58% | The Krisalp HP3 by 13 points | 71% |
| Pricein the 8 tests that listed prices | Cheaper | The Krisalp HP3 was dearer in 4 of 8 | +1.8% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 41 | 36 sizes made in both | 75 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre 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 22 tests, 2017 to 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
Performance profile
18 measurements from the 22 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Kristall Control HP2
Krisalp HP3
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 95%: 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
Kristall Control HP2
Krisalp HP3
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Kristall Control HP2
Not ahead in any category
Krisalp HP3
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Kristall Control HP2 70% from 12 reviews and the Krisalp HP3 83% from 37. 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 tyres 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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| 46.31 | 2.2% | 45.28 | 2-8 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 110.6 | 0.3% | 110.4 | 6-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 42.66 | 2.7% | 41.53 | 4-14 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 41.05 | 1% | 40.6 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 71.49 | 2% | 72.87 | 0-8 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2.9 | 11.5% | 2.6 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.92 | 1.6% | 12.71 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 80.08 | 2.5% | 81.91 | 2-8 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 3.18 | 4.3% | 3.04 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 25.46 | 2% | 24.93 | 2-16 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1,975 | 2.9% | 1,891 | 3-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 58.2 | 1.4% | 59.05 | 3-5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 3.31 | 1.1% | 3.35 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 18.5 | 3.5% | 19.3 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 72.14 | 2.2 dB | 69.92 | 0-10 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 45,005 | 10.9% | 40,793 | 8-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8.25 | 4.3% | 8.62 | 6-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 67 | 10.5% | 60 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 tyres 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 Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Kristall Control HP2 scores 7.2 and the Krisalp HP3 8.1 out of 10.
| Kristall Control HP2 | Category | Krisalp HP3 | ||
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| 21 | Dry | 34 | ||
| 59 | Wet | 72 | ||
| 11 | Comfort | 55 | ||
| 74 | Value | 51 | ||
| 70 | Snow | 90 | ||
| 46 | Ice | 20 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Kristall Control HP2 | Category | Krisalp HP3 | ||
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| 8.1 | Dry Grip | 8.5 | ||
| 7 | Wet Grip | 8.5 | ||
| 7.5 | Road Feedback | 8.2 | ||
| 6.9 | Handling | 8.1 | ||
| 7.3 | Wear | 8.5 | ||
| 7.4 | Comfort | 8.8 | ||
| 6.1 | Snow Grip | 8.9 | ||
| 4.1 | Ice Grip | 8.1 | ||
Owners rate the Kristall Control HP2 70% from 12 reviews and the Krisalp HP3 83% from 37. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Fulda Kristall Control HP2
- 70%from 12 reviews
- 58%would buy again
- 446,800 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally report the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 as a strong value winter tyre, with many high-scoring reviews praising confident wet-road grip, safe/predictable handling, good snow traction, and a quiet, comfortable ride. Several owners also find it competitive with more premium brands for everyday winter driving. A recurring concern is that performance can deteriorate noticeably with age as the compound hardens, leading to reduced wet/ice/snow grip after a few seasons/years for some users.
- Strong wet grip and stability
- Good snow traction and winter safety
- Predictable handling and secure steering feel
- Quiet and comfortable ride
- Grip can drop significantly as the tyre ages/hardens over multiple seasons
Summarised by AI from 11 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 12 Kristall Control HP2 reviewsOverall good, but really nothing stands out about this tyre. Reasonable wear, very good in dry, confident in wet, average in snow.
Reasonably quiet and comfortable.
Great buy at around EUR 83 for 205 60 16.
Kleber Krisalp HP3
- 83%from 37 reviews
- 71%would buy again
- 479,168 milesdriven by reviewers
Most drivers rate the Kleber Krisalp HP3 highly, praising its strong snow and wet performance, low noise/comfort for a winter tyre, 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 tyre
- good wear and value
- soft sidewalls/boat-like feel; weak handling precision when pushed
- dry grip/cornering weaker vs summer tyres
- ice/slush performance can be limited at higher speeds
Summarised by AI from 26 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 37 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.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 41 sizes of the Kristall Control HP2 and 75 of the Krisalp HP3, 36 of them made in both.
| Category | Kristall Control HP2 | Krisalp HP3 |
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| Season | Winter | Winter |
| Sizes made | 41 sizes, 15 to 19 inch | 75 sizes, 14 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 36 sizes 195/50 R15195/55 R15195/65 R15205/65 R15195/45 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16and 24 more | |
| EU label wet grip | C83%B15%D2% | B90%C10% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C74%D20%B6% | D50%C48%B2% |
| EU label noise | 70-73 dB B100% | 68-71 dB A81%B19% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 54 of 54 | 112 of 112 |
| On the market since | 2021 | 2016 |
| Replaced | Fulda Kristall Control HP (2021) | Kleber Krisalp HP2 (2013) |
| Price in the shared tests | The Krisalp HP3 was the dearer tyre in 4 of the 8 tests that listed prices, by 1.8% on average. Each test priced the tyres 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.
These two winter tyres have been tested head to head in 22 independent group tests and braking overviews, including Auto Bild (2017 to 2025), ADAC (2018, 2021, 2023, 2025) and the large Winter Tyre Braking Tests (2020, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026). Across those shared outings, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 finishes ahead far more often overall, and it is usually the stronger tyre on the surfaces that matter most in winter, wet and snow.
The pattern is fairly clear: Kleber repeatedly delivers shorter wet and snow braking and tends to be more capable in wet handling, while Fulda more often answers back with better predicted wear, lower rolling resistance and, in several tests, stronger lateral aquaplaning results and comfort.
Conclusion
Taken as a set, the shared tests consistently put the Kleber Krisalp HP3 in front overall. You can see why in the objective disciplines: in the 2026 Winter Tyre Braking Test (50 sets) Kleber stops around 6.6% shorter in the wet and about 2.7% shorter on snow, and that same theme repeats in Auto Bild's full winter tests and the multi-tyre braking tests across multiple sizes. Auto Bild's 2025 winter test also shows Kleber ahead across most wet measures, including wet braking, wet handling, wet circle and straight aquaplaning, and it is again ahead on the snow metrics. ADAC's 2025 test backs that up with Kleber ahead on wet braking, straight aquaplaning and the winter disciplines (snow traction, snow and ice braking), even if its wet handling is only rated satisfactory.
Fulda's case is more mixed. It does pick up some small dry wins, typically in handling speed, for example in Auto Bild's 2025 and 2022 winter tests, but those margins are tiny and the testers' notes also flag limit behaviour issues, with ADAC 2025 calling out a lack of precision on dry roads and Auto Bild 2025 highlighting wet performance as the weak point. Where the Fulda is much more convincing is on ownership-related measures: it repeatedly posts higher projected mileage in ADAC 2023 (by a large margin) and often wins wear in Auto Bild tests too, and it frequently shows lower rolling resistance, for example in Auto Bild's 2019 and 2020 performance winter tests. It also tends to do well in lateral or curved aquaplaning in several Auto Bild and ADAC datasets, which helps explain why some Auto Bild notes describe it as secure in aquaplaning despite other wet shortcomings.
So if your priority is winter grip and stopping, especially in wet and snow, the Kleber is the more reliable bet based on the shared evidence. If you cover big mileages, care about efficiency, and want a winter tyre that often lasts longer on paper, the Fulda's strengths are clearer, but you have to accept that several major tests show it giving away meaningful wet braking and wet handling performance.
Kristall Control HP2 vs Krisalp HP3: your questions
Is the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 or the Kleber Krisalp HP3 the better tyre?
In the 22 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 finished ahead 18 times and the Kristall Control HP2 4 times. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Kristall Control HP2 scores 7.2 and the Krisalp HP3 8.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Kristall Control HP2 or the Krisalp HP3?
The Krisalp HP3 led 35 of the 48 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.7% shorter in the wet across 18 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Krisalp HP3 led 10 of the 18 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.2% shorter in the dry across 10 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Krisalp HP3 led 27 of the 36 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2% shorter on snow across 18 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Kristall Control HP2 lasted 10.9% longer in the wear tests (10 tests) and had 4.3% lower rolling resistance (8 tests); the Krisalp HP3 shed 10.5% less rubber in the abrasion test (2 tests). Owners rate wear 7.3/10 for the Kristall Control HP2 and 8.5/10 for the Krisalp HP3.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Krisalp HP3 was 2.2 dB quieter (10 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.4/10 for the Kristall Control HP2 and 8.8/10 for the Krisalp HP3.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Kristall Control HP2 70% from 12 reviews and the Krisalp HP3 83% from 37. 58% of Kristall Control HP2 owners would buy it again, against 71% for the Krisalp HP3.
Which is more expensive?
In the 8 tests that listed prices, the Krisalp HP3 was the dearer tyre in 4 of them, by 1.8% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Kristall Control HP2 is made in 41 sizes (15 to 19 inch) and the Krisalp HP3 in 75 (14 to 20 inch). 36 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Kristall Control HP2 is graded C for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Krisalp HP3 B and D.
Which is the newer tyre?
The Kristall Control HP2 is the newer design: it reached the market in 2021, the Krisalp HP3 in 2016. The Kristall Control HP2 replaced the Fulda Kristall Control HP. The Krisalp HP3 replaced the Kleber Krisalp HP2.
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