78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
70/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 vs Dunlop Winter Response 2 — 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
89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
76/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
92/100
10 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop Winter Response 2 — better comfort, snow and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Winter Response 2 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Winter Response 2 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 90 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 91% | 98% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Winter Response 2 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | 94 |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 100 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 92% | 99% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Winter Response 2 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 33 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Winter Response 2 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Winter Response 2 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 | Dunlop Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 89 |
| Dry | 83 | 86 |
| Wet | 82 | 92 |
| Snow | 77 | 96 |
| Comfort | 70 | 93 |
| Noise | 36 | – |
| Treadwear | 78 | 87 |
| Handling | 76 | 82 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/12 · 2018 ACE All Season and Winter Tyre Test | 50% #2/12 · 2018 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 175/65 R14 | -37.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 92% #8/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 99% #3/31 · 2025 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 52 Sets! | -6.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #7/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 98% #3/51 · 2025 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 52 Sets! | -6.7 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that excels in deep snow and icy conditions, offering drivers significant confidence in adverse weather. While it receives high praise for its traction and handling, user experiences are polarized regarding its longevity, noise levels, and performance on wet or dry pavement.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and traction in deep snow and icy conditions
- Precise handling and stability on cold, winter-affected roads
- Reliable braking performance in severe weather
- Satisfactory comfort levels for a dedicated winter tire
Cons
- Rapid tread wear reported by some users
- High noise levels on dry asphalt
- Increased fuel consumption compared to other winter tires
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance on certain vehicle types
Observations
- High-torque or high-performance vehicles (e.g., DB11, tuned GTI) may experience increased traction control intervention or accelerated wear.
- Compatibility issues noted with specific AWD platforms like the Subaru Forester, where premature wear was reported.
The Dunlop Winter Response 2 is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, consistently praised for its exceptional traction in snow and wet conditions. Users frequently highlight its balanced performance, noting that it maintains impressive grip and low noise levels even in dry, cold weather, making it a strong value proposition in the premium winter segment.
Pros
- Outstanding traction and confidence in deep snow and icy conditions.
- Excellent wet weather grip and handling stability.
- Low road noise levels, even at motorway speeds.
- Strong value for money compared to other premium winter offerings.
Cons
- Some reports of faster-than-expected tread wear.
- Noticeable sidewall roll during cornering at higher speeds.
- Inconsistent performance ratings across different tire widths in independent testing.
Observations
- Users noted that the tire remains remarkably quiet on smaller vehicles like the Renault Clio, particularly in 185/55 R15 sizing.
- Longevity appears sufficient for moderate usage, with one user reporting 46,000 km of service while maintaining 4mm of tread depth.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 | B · Dunlop Winter Response 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 10 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
89
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop Winter Response 2 — better comfort, snow and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop Winter Response 2 scores 93 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Dunlop Winter Response 2 scores 96 vs 77 on snow.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Winter Response 2 scores 92 vs 82 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop Winter Response 2 scores 87 vs 78 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001
Tire B · Dunlop Winter Response 2
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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.