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 Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 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
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
60/100
9 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 — better snow, wet and treadwear. Pick the Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 2 if comfort 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)
Blizzak LM001 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 79 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM001 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM001 leads by 67
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 10 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ultra Grip Performance 2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 81 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 33 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM001 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM001 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 71 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 | Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 66 |
| Dry | 83 | 79 |
| Wet | 82 | 73 |
| Snow | 77 | 10 |
| Comfort | 70 | 81 |
| Noise | 36 | – |
| Treadwear | 78 | 70 |
| Handling | 76 | 71 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 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.
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 Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 2 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those who find it a top-tier performance winter tire and those who report significant traction failures in snow and ice. While many praise its comfort, quietness, and wet-weather handling, a notable subset of reviewers experienced poor grip in winter conditions, leading to inconsistent performance reports.
Pros
- Excellent comfort and low noise levels
- Strong performance in wet and cold conditions
- Reliable handling and traction on dry tarmac
- High-quality compound offering superior braking and cornering for some users
Cons
- Inconsistent and sometimes dangerous traction on snow and ice
- Vague steering feedback on tarmac
- Performance degradation in warmer temperatures
- High price point relative to some competitors
Observations
- Users noted that the tire performs best in cold temperatures and loses its 'sticky' feel when ambient temperatures rise.
- Some users reported that the tire's performance is highly dependent on specific road conditions, with some finding it superior to Michelin Alpin and Continental alternatives, while others found it inferior to Nokian products.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 | B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Ultra High Performance 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
66
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 — better snow, wet and treadwear. Pick the Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 2 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 scores 77 vs 10 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 2 scores 81 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 scores 82 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 scores 78 vs 70 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001
Tire B · Goodyear Ultra Grip Performance 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.