Sumitomo  Encounter AT

Great set of tires at this price point. They handle well in dry and wet road conditions and the road noise is less than might be expected from an AT. The Severe Winter rating means that they do quite well in snow conditions as well. I had a set on my 2006 Tundra and now this set on our Tacoma and will certainly buy again when needed.

For the price (which had very recently gotten considerably better sans warning), tough to think of a better jack-of-all-trades tire.
Still break the rears loose a bit easily in rain or snow (maybe I've an unnecessarily lead foot?), but once underway,
there's enough grip to inspire reasonable confidence without encouraging silly gratuitous driving (always in a bit of a rush).
The tires communicate with noise and vibes when taxed with verve, and they lose their composure gradually when leaned on.
They do discourage ME from driving at 8/10ths or more, but they don't just give up without warning or protest.
Think 'less off-roady' tires would make it easier to be more effective at being an annoying driver.

I actually climb curbs whenever I parallel park, to leave a bit more room on slim roads that are barely 3 or 4 vehicles wide.
Sidewalls actually make this easier than expected, felt encouraged enough to go looking for excuses to 'soft-road'.
Despite recent snowfall, no need for 4WD; just a bit less leadfoot got me through dirt mud snow slush and any combo of the above.
Unpaved trails were made light work of. Haven't gone too far off the beaten paths yet, but looking forward to it now!

They're not ideal long road trip tires, but they behave and respond well enough on the highway, even well over posted speed limits.
Don't quite love them, but I'm pleasantly surprised.
Provided the price stays reasonable, and the performance doesn't degrade too much over time, I'll consider them again.

Best tires I’ve ever had. I always feel completely in control regardless of where I am. They are outstanding in the rain. They do well regardless of what I’ve used my truck for. I will for sure be purchasing these again.

I am so impressed with these tires. I have driven in the rain and they were great. Driving on a dry highway, I can't hear any tire noise (I expected to hear noise). I finally got to try them in snow yesterday. We got about 12 inches of snow and these tires didn't miss a beat. I was on the road with other trucks slipping and sliding, trying to accelerate. I felt like I was on dry pavement. I have an AWD drive truck (the traction kicks on when the rear tires slip) I tried to get the rear tires to slip and had a tough time doing so. I pulled 3 cars and 2 trucks out of snow piles (the ridge from the plows) and only one time did my traction kick on and engage the front wheels. To be fair, one truck was a 2wd Chevy and the other one of the trucks, 2014 Ram 4X4, belongs to my neighbor. I suggested he get a set of these tires, he was looking at BFG All Terrain KO's. I've had those tires, also amazing. But for the money these can't be beat. I ordered these with a set of rims, I picked them up and installed them in my garage. One of the rims had a chip out of it and Tire rack stood behind their product and sent me a new rim. They even gave me a credit on my credit card to get the new rim mounted and balanced anywhere I chose. Great customer service and great products.

Bought these from my local dealer up here in Canada (sorry Tirerack) and immediately set out on a road trip the next day. Oh joy, it was snowing in September up here in North Saskatchewan and Alberta......no problem, perfect conditions to throw down the gauntlet and test them out. Not a lot of info on the Sumitomo Encounter AT's, but what is there rates them very highly....on to my review.

Drove 4 hours through blowing snow and slush on the highway and didn't feel them lose grip at all. There was a little squirming changing lanes through the heavy slush built up in the middle, but they seemed to cut through it pretty good for the most part.
We were cruising past everyone on the 4 lanes driving at the speed limit (110) while all other traffic had slowed to around 80 km/h. Not once did the Jeep feel anything but planted and in control......I know for a fact that the Firestones would not have handled it anywhere near as well.

Added bonus, they are as quiet or quieter on the road than the stock Destination AT's, no hum, no howl, no drone......

Weekend mileage was around 1100 kms return trip with a full gamut of weather and terrain; Snow, Slush, rain, mud (friend lives in the country, 9 miles of muddy gravel road), Off-road, Rain, and Dry pavement.

Overall, I am very happy with the purchase so far and this trip got a big passing grade from me.
Sumitomo Encounter AT gets my recommendation and is definitely a replacement tire to consider.

Bought these tires instead of the cooper at3 tires. Definatly better compound and grip than cooper tires, the encounter AT is aggressive yet quiet on the road and so far it has plowed thru 12" of wet snow with no problems. Only problem I had was the locked 4wd actually bound up due to the amount of grip in the snow, so you'll have to get use to using more throttle to get the tires to slip a little if your full turn on the steering wheel with locked differentials and transfer case..
I will be buying a set of these to replace my bfg ko's on my gmc serria, they work that good.

These tires almost instantly impressed me. Great response, great traction. Yes they do have a little more road noise than some of the others, but for 500$ cheaper for a set, I'll take the tiny tiny bit of road noise. I recommend these.

I was very happy with attraction all the way around. I have not driven in deep snow or any kind of mud or obviously rocks. Every day driving traction is extremely well. There is a little sound to him driving down the road. They ride good.

Great tire so far but have not driven enough miles to fully rate all conditions (ie: wear, off road, etc.). No road noise which was one of my main concerns. Very happy with the stability and comfort for my driving style. Would definitely recommended this tire.

Recently installed a full set of these Sumitomo Encounter AT, replacing the 1/2 worn Hankook Dynapro tires. My first driving impression is 90% reduction in tire noise. Ride is much smoother over washboard and rough uneven roads. City and highway driving in much improved.
I like the deep tread and snow rating, 60,000 mile warranty. I will update my impression of these tires as I put on more miles.

Very happy with these so far. Quiet on the highway, ride smooth, and grip well in snow and rain. Makes my truck look more aggressive too. Handled winter in Michigan no problem. Would buy again. Seem to be wearing great so far.

Really like how the tires handle. Looks like the thread wear is going to be good.

Have not had this tire in winter conditions yet. Road handling is quite good, tire is quiet, off-road handling is good too. Treadwear seems like will last very long time.

Great all around tire that so far is wearing like iron.
Great off road as well as on the highway and not loud