81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
85/100
17 professional tests
User signal (40%)
88/100
29 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 vs Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 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%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
64/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 — better snow, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO 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)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 98% | 95% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 90 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 91% | 100% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 97% | 98% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 70 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 100% | 91% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 100% | 95% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 87 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM001 EVO leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 50 | 64 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 77 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
g-Force Winter 2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | g-Force Winter 2 | Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 83 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 | Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 72 |
| Dry | 84 | 83 |
| Wet | 84 | 80 |
| Snow | 89 | 66 |
| Comfort | 85 | 71 |
| Noise | 50 | 54 |
| Treadwear | 87 | 65 |
| Handling | 85 | 83 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
72
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 98% #10/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 95% #15/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +3.4 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #17/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 98% #18/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +0.3 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 85% #15/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 87% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -2 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 91% #4/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 100% #2/11 · 2018 AMS Winter Tyre Test | -8.5 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 77% #11/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 73% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +3.5 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 74% #14/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 54% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +20.5 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 82% #12/20 · 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 60% #9/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +21.6 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 14% #7/45 · 2019 Winter Tyre Test Market Overview | 17% #6/11 · 2018 AMS Winter Tyre Test | -2.4 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 100% #1/31 · 2023 Winter Tyre Test 54 Set Braking Test | 91% #20/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +9.4 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 100% #1/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 95% #20/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | +4.9 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 95% #5/20 · 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 93% #5/11 · 2018 AMS Winter Tyre Test | +1.9 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #14/20 · 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test | 0% #3/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #11/44 · 2019 Winter Tyre Test Market Overview | 100% #1/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | -8.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #10/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tyre Test | 98% #3/11 · 2018 AMS Winter Tyre Test | -1.1 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that excels in severe snow and ice conditions. While users consistently praise its traction in challenging weather and its competitive pricing, some note a lack of steering feedback and reduced performance during spirited dry-road driving.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and grip in deep snow and on ice
- Strong performance in wet conditions with effective water evacuation
- High value-for-money ratio compared to premium competitors
- Generally low tread wear and good longevity for most drivers
Cons
- Lack of on-center steering feel and responsiveness
- Mediocre handling and grip during dry-road driving
- Increased noise levels on certain road surfaces
- Potential for premature tread degradation under aggressive or sporty driving styles
Observations
- Drivers of heavy vehicles and those towing trailers reported high stability and confidence in deep snow and arctic conditions.
- Users with electric power steering systems noted a lack of road feel, which can lead to understeer in front-wheel-drive vehicles with heavy front ends.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO is a polarizing winter tire that excels in wet and cold conditions but faces significant criticism regarding tread longevity and deep snow performance. While some users praise its handling and braking capabilities, others report rapid wear and diminished effectiveness as the tire ages.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance in wet and cold conditions
- Sharp steering response and handling characteristics
- Low noise levels when new
- Reliable traction in slushy environments
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short service life
- Below-average performance in deep snow compared to dedicated winter tires
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Diminished aquaplaning resistance over time
Observations
- Users reported premature wear issues on specific vehicles like the Subaru Forester, with some dealers advising against the fitment.
- The tire's soft compound, while beneficial for grip, leads to accelerated degradation when used in milder, dry winter conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 | B · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
BFGoodrich
72
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 — better snow, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 EVO if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 89 vs 66 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 87 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 85 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 scores 84 vs 80 on wet.
Tire A · BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2
Tire B · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 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.