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Bridgestone Dueler H/TS 686 review

The Bridgestone Dueler H/TS 686 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional ride comfort, low road noise, and impressive longevity. Owners frequently report that these tires provide a significant performance upgrade over previous sets, offering reliable handling across various road conditions and vehicle types.

Relative score
94/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
94/100
29 reviews
Bridgestone Dueler H/TS 686
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

93.8%
Would recommend 89%
Dry
Overall dry
97.5%
Wet
Overall wet
93.2%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
91.4%
Comfort
Overall comfort
96.1%
Noise
Overall noise
90.3%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
94.1%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 29 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Bridgestone Dueler H/TS 686 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional ride comfort, low road noise, and impressive longevity. Owners frequently report that these tires provide a significant performance upgrade over previous sets, offering reliable handling across various road conditions and vehicle types.

Pros

  • Excellent ride comfort and smoothness
  • Noticeably low road noise levels
  • Long-lasting tread life and durability
  • Reliable handling and stability on highways
  • High value relative to the price point

Cons

  • Limited feedback on extreme winter performance
  • Some users report it is too early to judge long-term tread wear
  • Lack of aggressive off-road capability compared to specialized tires

Worth knowing

  • Users report significant handling and noise improvements when installed on older pickup trucks and SUVs, such as the Nissan SEV6 and Mazda Tribute.
  • Owners of full-size trucks like the Ford F-150 and Chevy C10 report high satisfaction with the tire's stability and all-season capability.