10 Best Snow Chains in 2023 [Easy to Fit]


Snow chains can be a very useful tool when driving in snowy or icy conditions. They provide traction and help to keep your vehicle from becoming stuck. When choosing the right type of snow chain, it is important to consider the weight of the vehicle, the width of the tire, and the type of terrain you will be driving on.

Best Overall
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4.9
Goodyear 77914

Goodyear 77914 "G9", 9 mm car passenger snow chains

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  • Manifactured with 9 mm. Compact link. "D" shape. Internal side cable covered with coloured pvc and sight external coupler with self locking tensor
  • Quick Fitting High Quality Chains. Excellent Road Holding on Snow and Ice. Suitable for Vehicles with ESP and ABS. Easy to fit. Check the size that fits your car
Best Runner-Up
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4.8
KÖNIG CB-12 090 Snow chains

KÖNIG CB-12 090 Snow chains

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  • 195/80-14, 205/70-14, 195/70-15, 205/65-15, 215/60-15, 225/55-15, 195/65-16, 195/60-16 Michelin Alpin 5, 205/55-16, 215/50-16, 195/55-17, 205/50-17, 215/45-17, 235/40-17, 225/35-18
  • The simple and sturdy manual tensioning chain.
  • 12 mm inside and on-the-tread clearance.
  • Homologations/certifications/conformity: Ö-Norm 5117, UNI 11313, TÜV.
Best Fit All Tires
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4.7
6 Pieces Universal Snow Chains

6 Pieces Universal Snow Chains

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Easy to Fit
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4.6
ISSE, 1 Set of 2 Tribologic Classic textile snow chains

ISSE, 1 Set of 2 Tribologic Classic textile snow chains

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  • Complete set of 2 100% textile snow chains for 2-wheel drive cars. They do not damage the tyre, totally safe.
  • Comes with 2 gloves for installation. Patented product (Önrom V 5121 GEPRÜFT, CONFORM B26). Quick and easy to install in only 2 minutes, don't waste time with difficult and cumbersome installations.
  • Super-quiet textile snow chains thanks to zero vibration. Use only on snowy or icy roads. Washable at a temperature of 30°C. Compatible with ABS and ESP and also suitable for 4x4 vehicles, vans and commercial vehicles. Maximum driving speed with chains fitted 40 km/h.
  • Application table: [R14] 185/80R14, 195/75R14, 195/80R14, 205/70R14, 205/75R14, 205/80R14, 215/70R14, 215/75R14, 225/70R14, 235/60R14, 245/60R14 [R15] 165/80R15, 175/75R15, 175/80R15, 185/70R15, 185/80R15, 195/70R15, 195/75R15, 205/65R15, 205/70R15, 215/60R15, 215/65R15, 215/70R15, 225/60R15, 225/65R15, 230/60R15, 235/55R15, 235/60R15, 245/60R15, 255/55R15, 275/50R15 [R16] 165/75R16, 175/70R16, 175/75R16, 185/65R16, 185/75R16, 195/60R16, 195/65R16, 205/60R16, 205/65R16, 215/55R16, 215/60R16, 225/55R16, 225/60R16, 235/50R16, 235/55R16, 245/50R16, 245/55R16
  • [R17] 185/60R17, 185/65R17, 195/55R17, 205/50R17, 205/55R17, 205/60R17, 215/50R17, 215/55R17, 225/50R17, 225/55R17, 235/45R17, 235/50R17, 245/45R17, 245/50R17, 255/45R17, 265/40R17, 275/40R17 [R18] 205/45R18, 205/55R18, 215/45R18, 215/50R18, 225/40R18, 225/45R18, 225/50R18, 235/40R18, 235/45R18, 245/40R18, 245/45R18, 255/40R18, 265/35R18, 265/40R18, 275/35R18, 275/40R18, 285/35R18 [R19] 225/35R19, 225/40R19, 235/35R19, 235/40R19, 245/35R19, 245/40R19, 255/30R19, 255/35R19, 265/30R19, 265/35R19, 275/30R19, 275/35R19, 285/30R19, 285/35R19 [R20] 235/30R20, 235/35R20, 245/30R20, 245/35R20, 255/30R20, 275/30R20, 285/30R20
Best with High toughness
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4.5
Riloer Car Tire Snow Chain

Riloer Car Tire Snow Chain

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  • ★ The tendon material is thickened, with high toughness, high tear strength, and is not easy to break.
  • ★ Dense anti-skid particles, high density, effective anti-skid, wear-resistant and durable.
  • ★ Easy and fast installation without tools.
  • ★ L Zinc alloy retaining ring is adopted, with good fastening effect, strong tension and no falling off.
  • ★ Contact the ground and cover with superhard alloy nails to prevent sliding.
Best Durability
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4.4
KREMER 187 Snow Chains

KREMER 187 Snow Chains

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  • Snow Chains 9 mm
  • Group 3
  • ONorm 5117, TUV, GS
  • Tyre model: 155/80 R12" - 140 R13" - 135/80 R14" - 125 R15" - 155 R12" - 145/80 R13" - 135 R14" - 135/70 R15" - 165/65 R12" - 145 R13" - 145/70 R14" - 165/50 R15" - 165/70 R12" - 155/70 R13" - 155/60 R14" - 560 R12" - 165/65 R13" - 155/65 R14" - 600 R12" - 175/60 R13" - 165/55 R14" - 185/55 R13" - 165/60 R14" - 175/50 R14"
Best with Anti-scratch nylon bumper
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4.3
KÖNIG CB-7 104 Snow chains

KÖNIG CB-7 104 Snow chains

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  • 235/70-15, 235/60-16, 245/55-16, 215/65-17, 225/60-17, 235/55-17, 255/45-17, 275/40-17, 225/55-18, 225/50-18, 245/45-18, 255/45-18, 255/40-18, 205/55-19, 225/45-19, 235/45-19, 255/35-19, 275/30-19, 195/55-20, 245/35-20, 265/30-20
  • The manual tensioning snow chain with reduced inner thickness, developed for vehicles with slight limitations to the use of snow chains.
  • 7 mm internal cable.
  • Manual tensioning system: one stop to fit the chain and one to tighten it.
  • Anti-scratch nylon bumpers protecting alloy wheels (optional application).
Easy to Apply
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4.2
ARCOL Snow Socks for Car Tyres

ARCOL Snow Socks for Car Tyres

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  • LIKE SNOW CHAINS, BUT EASIER: Slip on a set of snow socks and experience a quieter, easier way to grip the road! Active Series Car Snow Socks are easy and fast to apply, approved for the EU, provide 100% anti slip traction unlike a snow tyre, and won’t damage parts like a metal snow chain! Comes with TWO Snow Socks, Pair of Gloves and Waterproof Carrying Bag.
  • APPROVED FOR EURO ROADS: Control Active Snow Socks for Tyres have EN 16662-1 homologation valid for the EU. Italian Approved Snow Socks? Yes. UK? Yes. Germany? Yes! The entire EU unifies car tyre socks for snow and snow chains for cars. So long as they meet the same standards as certified Control Active Snow Socks.
  • EASY TO APPLY IN JUST 4 STEPS! Our textured snow grips for cars are light and easier to apply than winter tyre chains for snow. (1) Stretch tyre snow socks over the TOP of tyre (2) pull down as far as you can - no straining! (3) move car slightly to rotate tyre (4) pull snow grip over remaining tyre. Control Active Snow Socks are a practical car snow chain alternative for those having to install on their own.
  • S SIZE COMPATIBILITY: 145/80 R13 up to 225/35 R17. Please see images for a list of EVERY tyre. If you don’t find your size, please click on a different size and you’ll find even more options. Control Active Sock Tyre Snow Grips come in 6 sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL) so there’s a set made for your vehicle. Fits all passenger cars, light commercial, 4x4’s, SUV’s, Vans and Minibuses up to 3.5 tons.
  • 2 YEAR WARRANTY: Install Control Snow Socks Car Grips as directed, remove before coming into contact with Asphalt, Soil or Gravel Road and drive to the conditions and you’ll have “ winter tyres “ for years to come with a solid warranty! Stay safe on snow roads without hassle – Active Series Snow Socks.
Best Compatibility
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4.1
KÖNIG XB-16 265 Snow chains

KÖNIG XB-16 265 Snow chains

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  • 16 mm inside and on-the-tread clearance.
  • Closed shortening hooks avoid coils on the chain
  • Manual tensioning system: one stop to fit the chain and one to tighten it
Cheapest Option
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4
Goodyear GODKN100 Metal snow chains

Goodyear GODKN100 Metal snow chains

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  • Goodyear is endorsed by its long experience and consolidation as one of the most renowned tyre manufacturers for the high quality of its products since 1898.
  • Complete set of 2 metal snow chains for 2 wheel drive.
  • Made of high quality stainless steel with tensioner and 9 mm links.
  • Compatible with ABS and ESP, as well as suitable also for 4x4 vehicles, vans and commercial vehicles.
  • Application table: [R14] 205/75R14, 205/80R14, 215/70R14, 215/75R14, 235/60R14, 245/60R14 [R15] 195/80R15, 205/70R15, 205/75R15, 215/65R15, 215/70R15, 225/60R15, 230/60R15, 235/55R15 [R16] 195/70R16, 205/65R16, 215/60R16, 225/55R16, 235/50R16, 245/45R16 [R17] 205/55R17, 205/60R17, 215/50R17, 215/55R17, 225/50R17, 235/45R17, 245/40R17 [R18] 195/60R18, 215/45R18, 215/50R18, 225/45R18, 235/40R18, 255/35R18 [R19] 205/40R19, 205/45R19, 225/40R19, 235/35R19 [R20] 225/30R20 [OTHERS] 240/45R415, 240/55R390


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