88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
33 owner reviews
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Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 vs Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW — Compared (May 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%)
91/100
98 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 and Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is stronger on snow and handling. Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW is stronger on treadwear and dry.
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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)
Scorpion ICE plus SNOW leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ICE plus SNOW leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 94 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ICE plus SNOW leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ICE plus SNOW leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Scorpion ICE plus SNOW leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak DM-V2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak DM-V2 | Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 69 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 | Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 88 | 88 |
| Dry | 90 | 94 |
| Wet | 90 | 92 |
| Snow | 99 | 86 |
| Comfort | 90 | 92 |
| Noise | 88 | 89 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 88 |
| Handling | 80 | 69 |
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Tire A
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Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow is widely regarded as a highly capable winter tire, particularly for heavy SUVs and 4x4 vehicles. Users frequently praise its exceptional traction on ice and deep snow, with many noting that it provides significant confidence in extreme winter conditions. While some users report concerns regarding tread longevity and dry-pavement noise, the consensus remains that it is a premium, reliable choice for severe weather performance.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and traction on ice and packed snow
- High durability and long tread life for many users
- Strong performance in varied winter conditions including slush and mud
- Reliable handling and stability for heavy SUVs and towing applications
Cons
- Increased road noise on dry pavement
- Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
- Stiffer ride quality compared to non-winter tires
- Reduced performance in off-road mud conditions for certain rim sizes
Observations
- Users with heavy vehicles like Land Rover Discovery and Toyota Land Cruiser report excellent performance, even when towing heavy loads.
- Some users noted that smaller rim sizes (e.g., 16-inch) appeared to offer better off-road mud performance than larger 17-inch variants on similar vehicle platforms.
- Drivers of high-performance SUVs (e.g., BMW X5) noted faster-than-expected tread wear, suggesting the compound may be sensitive to aggressive driving styles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 | B · Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 48 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 13/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
88
/ 100
Bridgestone
88
/ 100
Pirelli
Too close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 and Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 is stronger on snow and handling. Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW is stronger on treadwear and dry.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 99 vs 86 on snow.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 scores 80 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW scores 88 vs 82 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW scores 94 vs 90 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion ICE plus SNOW
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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.