80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone B381 vs Continental AllSeasonContact — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
93/100
28 professional tests
User signal (40%)
81/100
42 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone B381 and Continental AllSeasonContact are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone B381 is stronger on dry, comfort and wet. Continental AllSeasonContact is stronger on treadwear.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
B381 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | B381 | AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 82 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
B381 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | B381 | AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | B381 | AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 85 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
B381 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | B381 | AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | B381 | AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | B381 | AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | B381 | AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone B381 | Continental AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 81 |
| Dry | 90 | 79 |
| Wet | 90 | 86 |
| Snow | – | 79 |
| Comfort | 90 | 85 |
| Noise | – | 80 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 76 |
| Handling | 80 | 82 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone B381 is viewed as a functional replacement tire that offers a noticeable improvement over aged, worn-out rubber. However, user experience is tempered by concerns regarding structural durability and potential issues with sidewall integrity.
Pros
- Improved performance compared to aged or worn tires
- Satisfactory baseline handling characteristics
Cons
- Reports of premature sidewall failure
- Susceptibility to developing bulges
- Potential for uneven tread wear
Observations
- Users noted that rear axle performance may be sensitive to wheel balancing requirements to prevent irregular wear patterns.
The Continental AllSeasonContact is widely regarded as a highly capable, balanced all-season tire that excels in wet and wintry conditions while maintaining respectable dry-road performance. Users frequently praise its superior steering feedback and confidence-inspiring grip in adverse weather, often positioning it as a strong competitor to the Michelin CrossClimate series. While most owners report high satisfaction, some note concerns regarding tread longevity in hot climates and occasional noise issues.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and snow traction
- Predictable and stable handling characteristics
- High level of ride comfort and cabin refinement
- Precise steering feedback compared to segment rivals
Cons
- Accelerated tread wear in high-temperature summer conditions
- Occasional reports of road noise or specific frequency whining
- Mixed feedback on dry-road performance during extreme heat
- Some reports of premature tread cracking or durability issues
Observations
- Users with SUVs and heavier vehicles noted significant improvements in cabin noise and ride comfort compared to OE tires.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or AWD vehicles (e.g., Audi Quattro, Subaru Outback) report high confidence in snow and slush, though some note that aggressive acceleration can still break traction.
- Owners in hot climates (e.g., Greece, Southern Europe) report that the tire compound feels too soft during summer, leading to reduced handling precision and faster wear.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone B381 | B · Continental AllSeasonContact |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Bridgestone
81
/ 100
Continental
Too close to call: Bridgestone B381 and Continental AllSeasonContact are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone B381 is stronger on dry, comfort and wet. Continental AllSeasonContact is stronger on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 76 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone B381 scores 90 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone B381 scores 90 vs 85 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone B381 scores 90 vs 86 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone B381
Tire B · Continental AllSeasonContact
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.