Wheel Balancing Prices at UK Garages
Every major UK tyre chain compared side by side. No chain compares itself to its competitors. We do.
| Chain | Per wheel | All four | Free with tyres? | Road force? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halfords Autocentre | £7.99 | £31.96 | Yes | Limited |
| Kwik Fit | Varies by centre | Varies by centre | Yes | Selected centres |
| ATS Euromaster | £10.50 | £42.00 | Yes | Selected sites |
| National Tyres and Autocare | from £7.99 | from £31.96 | Yes | Limited |
| Tyre Shopper | £6.50 | £26.00 | Yes | No |
| Protyre | Varies | Varies | Yes | Selected sites |
| BlackCircles | Bundled | Bundled | Yes | Partner-dependent |
| Independent garages | £5 - £12 | £20 - £48 | Sometimes | Rare |
| Mobile fitters (Tyres on the Drive, etc.) | £10 - £20 | £40 - £80 | Yes | Some |
Chain profiles
Halfords Autocentre
£7.99Strong brand trust, online booking, includes free balancing with tyre purchase. Standard dynamic balancing at most centres, road force at flagship locations only.
Kwik Fit
Varies by centreStandard policy is to include balancing free with any tyre purchase. Standalone pricing is set centre-by-centre; expect £5 to £12 per wheel.
ATS Euromaster
£10.50Higher headline price than Halfords. Strong fleet and commercial coverage; popular for vans, taxis and small business vehicles.
National Tyres and Autocare
from £7.99Pricing similar to Halfords. Owned by Halfords Group since 2018, often shares pricing structure.
Tyre Shopper
£6.50Cheapest of the named chains for standalone balancing. Online-first model, fitting via partner network.
Protyre
VariesPricing varies by site. Strong educational content, often used by enthusiasts and those running performance tyres.
BlackCircles
BundledOnline-first tyre retailer. Standalone balancing is set by the partner garage you choose at fitting.
Independent garages
£5 - £12Almost always the cheapest option for standalone balancing. Quality varies; ask if they have a Hofmann, Beissbarth or Hunter machine. Bundling with new tyres usually included.
Mobile fitters (Tyres on the Drive, etc.)
£10 - £20Premium for the convenience. Useful when you can't get the car to a garage, or for fleets.
£5 to £6.50 per wheel for standalone balancing.
Nationwide coverage, online booking, walk-ins welcome.
Commercial-vehicle expertise and account pricing.
Regional price variation
UK wheel balancing prices follow the typical North-South split. London and the South East run highest, Midlands sit at the national average, and the North and Scotland are usually cheapest.
| Region | Per wheel (independent) |
|---|---|
| London and South East | £8 - £15 |
| Midlands | £6 - £12 |
| North England and Scotland | £5 - £10 |
| Wales and South West | £5 - £11 |
| Northern Ireland | £6 - £12 |