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Bridgestone Blizzak Ice vs Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 — Compared (September 2026)
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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
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 1 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 82 |
Snow
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | – |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 90 |
Noise
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | – |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 86 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak Ice | SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 74 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak Ice | Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 83 |
| Dry | 35 | 80 |
| Wet | 78 | 82 |
| Snow | 77 | – |
| Comfort | 85 | 90 |
| Noise | 67 | – |
| Treadwear | 85 | 86 |
| Handling | 75 | 74 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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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 Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 is generally regarded as a high-value winter tire that excels in wet, slushy, and moderate snow conditions. While most users praise its progressive handling and impressive grip in varied winter weather, there is a notable divide regarding its performance in extreme sub-zero temperatures and on hard-packed ice.
Pros
- Exceptional grip in wet, slushy, and muddy conditions
- High value for money compared to premium competitors
- Predictable and progressive handling characteristics
- Strong performance in moderate snowfall
Cons
- Noticeable road noise at highway speeds
- Reported loss of traction in extreme cold (below -5°C)
- Inconsistent performance on hard-packed ice
- Ride comfort could be improved
Observations
- Users operating in alpine regions report reliable performance across diverse winter terrains.
- The tire's M+S profile contributes to increased cabin noise, particularly noticeable during high-speed highway driving.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak Ice | B · Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Which one should you actually buy?
Bridgestone
Toyo
Winner: Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 — better dry, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 scores 80 vs 35 on dry.
Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 scores 90 vs 85 on comfort.
Toyo SNOWPROX S 942 scores 82 vs 78 on wet.
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.