79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
38 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 — 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.
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88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
33 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 — better wet, snow and comfort. Pick the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 if noise matters most to you.
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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)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 68 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | 94 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 98 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 99 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 76 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 58 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 88 |
| Dry | 82 | 90 |
| Wet | 67 | 90 |
| Snow | 81 | 99 |
| Comfort | 72 | 90 |
| Noise | 100 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 84 | 82 |
| Handling | 72 | 80 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 is widely regarded as a benchmark for off-road durability and rugged versatility, excelling in gravel, sand, and rocky terrain. While users praise its longevity and aggressive aesthetic, there is a consistent consensus regarding its declining performance in wet conditions and increased road noise as the rubber compound hardens over time.
Pros
- Exceptional off-road durability and puncture resistance
- Strong traction in gravel, sand, and rocky terrain
- Long tread life and high mileage capability
- Aggressive, iconic visual appeal
Cons
- Significant loss of wet-weather grip and braking performance
- Increased road noise and harsh ride quality as the tire ages
- Rubber compound tends to harden, negatively impacting cold-weather and wet-surface traction
- Poor performance on ice and hard-packed snow
Observations
- Users with lighter vehicles or vans (e.g., Sprinter) report varying experiences with noise and comfort, often noting that the tire's weight impacts ride quality.
- Owners of heavy-duty 4x4s and trucks frequently highlight the tire's ability to handle high-speed gravel and heavy loads without structural failure.
The Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is widely regarded as a premier dedicated winter tire, consistently praised for its exceptional traction and braking performance on snow and ice. While users acknowledge that the soft rubber compound leads to faster tread wear if used in warmer temperatures, the consensus is that the safety and handling benefits in harsh winter conditions far outweigh these longevity concerns.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance on snow and ice
- High level of driver confidence in severe winter weather
- Surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Significant improvement over all-season tires for winter handling
Cons
- Faster tread wear compared to all-season tires
- Performance degrades if left on the vehicle during warmer spring/summer months
- Potential for reduced wet-weather grip as the tire wears down
Observations
- Users report excellent performance across a variety of vehicle types, including heavy SUVs like the BMW X5 and VW Touareg, as well as light trucks like the Ford F-150.
- Owners of hybrid vehicles noted that the tire's soft compound may wear more quickly under the specific torque characteristics of their vehicles.
- Some users successfully utilize oversized tire diameters for increased ground clearance in deep snow without sacrificing ride quality.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | B · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | Premium Touring Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 16 | 48 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 20″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 13 - 15/32″ | 13/32″ |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 35 - 80 psi | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
BFGoodrich
88
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 — better wet, snow and comfort. Pick the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 90 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 99 vs 81 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 90 vs 72 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 100 vs 88 on noise.
Tire A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
Tire B · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2
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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.