82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
78/100
2 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Pirelli Ice Zero 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
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
64/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO — better comfort, handling and dry. Pick the Pirelli Ice Zero 2 if wet 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 LM80 EVO leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 77 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 97% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ice Zero 2 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 73 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 86% | 86% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 95% | 96% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM80 EVO leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 80 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 100% | 98% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 96% | 96% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM80 EVO leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 57 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 62 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 57 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM80 EVO leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 60 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO | Pirelli Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 74 |
| Dry | 90 | 75 |
| Wet | 73 | 83 |
| Snow | 91 | 87 |
| Comfort | 80 | 57 |
| Noise | 62 | – |
| Treadwear | – | 57 |
| Handling | 80 | 60 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 93% #9/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 97% #9/14 · 2025 Friction and Studded Winter Tyre Test | -4.9 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 92% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 85% #10/16 · 2021 Studless and Studded Winter Tyre Test | +7.7 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 50% #2/17 · The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tyres for 2024 | -33.3 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 100% #1/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 98% #6/16 · 2021 Studless and Studded Winter Tyre Test | +1.6 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 96% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 96% #6/8 · 2020 Studded Winter Tyre Test | -0.5 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 93% #7/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Studded Winter Tyre Test | -6.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 86% #8/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 86% #4/16 · 2021 Studless and Studded Winter Tyre Test | -0.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% #8/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 96% #3/8 · 2020 Studded Winter Tyre Test | -1 | 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 LM80 EVO receives mixed feedback, with users highlighting its versatility and durability in challenging alpine environments. While some drivers appreciate its dry-road handling and off-road capability, others note concerns regarding noise levels and inconsistent wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Strong performance in snow and alpine conditions
- Reliable grip on dry surfaces
- Capable handling on unpaved or rough roads
- Good overall tread longevity
Cons
- Increased road noise compared to summer tires
- Occasional traction loss in cold, wet conditions
- Perceived lack of premium refinement
Observations
- Users operating in mountainous regions like the Alps report high satisfaction with year-round performance on rugged vehicles like the Nissan Terrano.
The Pirelli Ice Zero 2 presents a polarized user experience, with performance feedback ranging from high satisfaction in snow and slush to significant disappointment regarding ice traction and noise levels. While some users find it to be a competent and reasonably quiet studded option, others report alarming instability on ice and intrusive acoustic resonance at highway speeds.
Pros
- Reliable performance on snow and slush-covered surfaces
- Acceptable noise levels for a studded tire
- Stable handling characteristics on wet and salted road conditions
Cons
- Significant, high-pitched humming noise at speeds above 95 km/h
- Poor traction and stability on ice compared to premium competitors
- Inconsistent grip during low-speed cornering
Observations
- Users operating all-wheel-drive vehicles, such as the VW Passat Alltrack, reported unexpected slippage in cornering scenarios despite the vehicle's drivetrain advantages.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO | B · Pirelli Ice Zero 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Bridgestone
74
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO — better comfort, handling and dry. Pick the Pirelli Ice Zero 2 if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO scores 80 vs 57 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO scores 80 vs 60 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO scores 90 vs 75 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Ice Zero 2 scores 83 vs 73 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO
Tire B · Pirelli Ice Zero 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.