75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 vs Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 — 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.
VS
85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
9 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 — better snow, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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 LM25 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM25 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 85 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM25 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM25 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 84 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM25 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM25 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 | Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 85 |
| Dry | 84 | 85 |
| Wet | 70 | 85 |
| Snow | 70 | 90 |
| Comfort | 72 | 84 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 84 |
| Handling | 69 | 84 |
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75
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 100
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 LM32 receives a polarized reception from users, with performance heavily dependent on driving style and specific winter conditions. While many owners praise its exceptional traction in deep snow and ice, a significant portion of users report disappointing grip in wet conditions and an increase in road noise as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Outstanding traction and confidence in deep snow and icy conditions
- Reliable performance on dry, cold pavement
- Robust construction and durability against road hazards
- Consistent tread life over multiple winter seasons
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and susceptibility to hydroplaning
- Noticeable increase in road noise and humming as the tire ages
- Vague steering feedback and unpredictable handling at the limit
- Tendency to lose traction during rapid acceleration
Observations
- Rear-wheel drive vehicle owners reported significant issues with traction and unpredictable oversteer in wet conditions.
- Users on smaller, lower-torque vehicles noted that the tires still struggled to maintain grip during aggressive acceleration.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 is widely regarded as a reliable, performance-oriented winter tire that excels in dry and wet cold-weather conditions while maintaining commendable snow traction. Users consistently praise its longevity and sporty handling characteristics, making it a popular choice for high-powered rear-wheel-drive vehicles.
Pros
- Exceptional longevity and tread life
- Strong performance in deep snow and slush
- Sporty handling and road-holding capabilities
- Reliable traction in cold, dry, and wet conditions
Cons
- Limited braking performance on pure ice
- Potential for increased road noise
- Susceptibility to saw-tooth wear patterns if not managed properly
Observations
- Highly effective on high-powered RWD sports cars and sedans, providing stability despite significant horsepower.
- Users reported consistent performance across both standard and run-flat configurations in 17 and 18-inch sizes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 | B · Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
75
/ 100
Bridgestone
85
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 — better snow, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 scores 90 vs 70 on snow.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 scores 85 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 scores 84 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak LM25 scores 84 vs 72 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32
Tire B · Bridgestone Blizzak LM25
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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.