Best shock absorbers

Best manufacturers of shock absorbers

shock absorbers are produced by a wide range of brands. In particular, we see manufacturers from: Germany, USA, Japan, Australia, China, Italy, South Korea, UK, Netherlands and others .

PartReview has reviews for 62 manufacturers of this part. 13 of them have enough reviews to participate in the ranking. Overall, we consider 1325 reviews and 4110 votes.

Top shock absorbers on PartReview

Positions in our shock absorbers ranking are determined by an algorithmic score that balances both quality and quantity of reviews.

Thus, the top includes manufacturers who perform best across multiple dimensions: reviews and popularity, price and quality. In March 2026, the Top-10 shock absorbers on PartReview looked like this:

1. Bilstein - 8.43 algorithm score
2. KONI - 6.55 algorithm score
3. KYB - 5.70 algorithm score
4. Sachs - 5.31 algorithm score
5. Dobinsons - 5.24 algorithm score
6. FOX - 5.23 algorithm score
7. OEM Toyota - 5.18 algorithm score
8. OLD MAN EMU - 5.14 algorithm score
9. OEM Volkswagen - 5.14 algorithm score
10. Rancho - 5.13 algorithm score

Highest PR-rated shock absorbers

When comparing alternatives, buyers want to know which manufacturers drivers recommend. In March 2026, the Top-5 shock absorbers by PR Score on PartReview were:

1. Dobinsons - 91% positive votes. Average rating — 4.4
2. FOX - 88% positive votes. Average rating — 4.3
3. KONI - 88% positive votes. Average rating — 4.2
4. Bilstein - 86% positive votes. Average rating — 4.2
5. OEM Toyota - 86% positive votes. Average rating — 4

Most popular by votes

Users also look for the most popular shock absorbers. In March 2026, the Top-5 by votes were:

1. Bilstein - 1461 vote
2. KONI - 627 votes
3. KYB - 282 votes
4. Sachs - 93 votes
5. Dobinsons - 60 votes

Ratings for specific cars

Car owners often prefer to see ratings specific to their vehicle. These ratings do not include the PR Score and are based only on reviews where the car model is specified. Details are in the help.

PartReview can suggest car-specific ratings for popular models such as: Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Toyota 4runner, Lexus GX, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Tiguan, Honda Civic, Ford Ranger, Jeep Wrangler, Mazda 3 .