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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  • Anti-slip snow bands for cars are the practical and new reusable anti-slip system that allows you to continue your journey in complete safety even in situations of low grip.
  • Perfect In Case Of Sudden Snowfall, But Also On Mud, Wet Grass, Sand And In All Situations Of Poor Traction. Practical to keep in the car thanks to the waterproof nylon bag that allows you to carefully store the cable ties on your car.
  • Easy installation around the wheel in the blink of an eye, without moving the vehicle, without getting dirty and without tools of any kind. Easy to remove with a simple gesture
  • These Special Clamps Fit All Tires With Section From 165 Up To 275mm, Winter, Summer And All-Seasons. The Kit Contains 6 Reinforced Nylon Ties With Metal Hooks. It is recommended to apply 3 clamps to each wheel for maximum traction
  • PLEASE NOTE: This product, like the snow socks, is not comparable to the snow chains for the Italian Highway Code. It is advisable to check the regulations of the highway code of your country for use and approvals. Speed ​​limited to 40 km / h
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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  • 1 set of 2 textile snow chains ISSE Classic Size 66. Quiet, quick and easy to fit, they do not damage the tyre. Compatible with ABS. For intensive use in snow and ice conditions. Patented product. Gloves included. Maximum speed 40 Km/h. Made in Spain.
  • Suitable for all tyre sizes: [R14] 185/80R14 195/75R14 195/80R14 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 175/80R15 185/70R15 185/80R15 195/70R15 195/75R15 205/65R15 205/65R15 205/70R15 215/60R15 215/65R15 215/65R15 215/70R15 225/60R15 225/65R15 230/60R15 235/55R15 235/55R15 235/60R15 245/60R15 255/55R15 275/50R15
  • [R16] 165/75R16 175/70R16 175/75R16 175/75R16 185/65R16 185/75R16 195/60R16 195/60R16 195/65R16 205/60R16 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 205/60R17 215/50R17 215/55R17 225/50R17 225/55R17 225/55R17 235/45R17 235/50R17 245/45R17 245/50R17 255/45R17 255/45R17 265/40R17 275/40R17 [R18] 205/45R18 205/55R18 205/55R18 215/45R18 215/50R18 225/40R18 225/45R18 225/50R18 235/40R18 235/40R18 235/45R18 245/40R18 245/45R18 255/40R18 265/35R18 265/40R18 275/35R18 275/40R18 275/40R18 285/35R18
  • [R19] 225/35R19 225/40R19 235/35R19 235/40R19 245/35R19 245/40R19 255/30R19 255/35R19 265/35R19 265/30R19 265/35R19 275/30R19 275/35R19 285/30R19 285/35R19 285/35R19 [R20] 235/30R20 235/35R20 245/30R20 245/35R20 245/35R20 255/30R20 275/30R20 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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  • 2 units; size T; 100 metal snow chains; 9 mm chains; thick automatic tensioner patented product; quick and easy to install; use only on roads with snow; with assembly instructions; maximum speed 40 Km/h
  • 14": 215/70R14
  • 15": 195/80R15, 215/70R15, 225/60R15, 235/60R15
  • 16": 205/65R16, 215/55R16
  • 17": 205/55R17 OTRAS: 240/55-390, FR78R15


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