74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
55/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
76/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak Ice vs Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO — 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
72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
63/100
10 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak Ice — better snow, comfort and handling. Pick the Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO if dry 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)
Winterhawk 2 EVO leads by 44
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 1 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 79 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak Ice leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 70 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak Ice leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 60 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak Ice leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 73 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak Ice leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak Ice leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 64 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak Ice | Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 72 |
| Dry | 35 | 79 |
| Wet | 78 | 70 |
| Snow | 77 | 60 |
| Comfort | 85 | 73 |
| Noise | 67 | – |
| Treadwear | 85 | 80 |
| Handling | 75 | 64 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
72
/ 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.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO is viewed as a budget-friendly winter tire that excels in tread longevity and snow performance but struggles with consistency in wet weather conditions. While some users praise its durability and value, others report significant concerns regarding traction on damp or rainy surfaces and inconsistent road noise levels.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Strong performance on snow and icy surfaces
- High value for the price point
- Robust sidewall construction
Cons
- Unpredictable grip on wet and damp roads
- Tendency for wheel spin during acceleration in wet conditions
- Inconsistent reports regarding road noise levels
- Potential for understeer in wet weather
Observations
- Users reported positive experiences with ride comfort and noise levels on mid-sized sedans like the Skoda Octavia.
- The 195/65/15 size was noted for having strong sidewalls that resist deformation over multiple winter seasons.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak Ice | B · Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Bridgestone
72
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak Ice — better snow, comfort and handling. Pick the Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO scores 79 vs 35 on dry.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak Ice scores 77 vs 60 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak Ice scores 85 vs 73 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Blizzak Ice scores 75 vs 64 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak Ice
Tire B · Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO
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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.