73
/ 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 Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV — 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
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
52/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV — better noise, snow and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 if treadwear and wet matter 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)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | 83 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 90 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 96% | 100% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM001 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 78 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 70 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 91% | 92% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 97% | 96% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 77 | 85 |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 100 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 92% | 94% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 98% | 100% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 78 |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 64
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 33 | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM001 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept evo2 SUV leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM001 | Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 | Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 78 |
| Dry | 83 | 84 |
| Wet | 82 | 74 |
| Snow | 77 | 91 |
| Comfort | 70 | 77 |
| Noise | 36 | 100 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 60 |
| Handling | 76 | 80 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 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 | 96% #10/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 100% #11/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -3.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #8/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 100% #2/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -1.4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 85% #8/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 98% #10/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -12.4 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 95% #5/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -4.9 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 84% #5/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 63% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +20.8 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 17% #6/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 92% #8/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 94% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -1.9 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 98% #6/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 100% #2/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -1.7 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 100% #1/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 87% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +13 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #7/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 92% #5/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | -1.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #5/10 · 2018 Autobild UHP Winter Tyre Test | 96% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test | +1.4 | 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 Hankook Winter i cept evo2 SUV is widely regarded as a reliable winter tire that significantly improves snow traction and braking performance compared to all-season alternatives. While it excels in winter conditions, some users note a slight deficiency in steering feedback during wet road conditions.
Pros
- Excellent traction and braking performance in heavy snow
- Significant improvement over standard all-season tires in winter conditions
- Reliable handling for SUV applications
Cons
- Lacking steering feedback on wet surfaces
- Not intended for off-road use despite SUV classification
Observations
- Users transitioning from all-season tires on heavy SUVs report a noticeable increase in confidence during winter driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 | B · Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Ultra High Performance Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| 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?
73
/ 100
Bridgestone
78
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV — better noise, snow and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 if treadwear and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV scores 100 vs 36 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 scores 78 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV scores 91 vs 77 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak LM001 scores 82 vs 74 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM001
Tire B · Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV
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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.