97
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
98/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak W810 vs Nexen Roadian CT8 — Compared (May 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak W810 — better treadwear, wet and snow. 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)
Blizzak W810 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W810 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 77 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W810 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W810 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 63 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W810 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W810 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W810 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W810 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 78 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W810 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W810 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W810 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W810 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak W810 | Nexen Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 97 | 82 |
| Dry | 90 | 85 |
| Wet | 100 | 81 |
| Snow | 100 | 84 |
| Comfort | 100 | 84 |
| Noise | – | 80 |
| Treadwear | 100 | 79 |
| Handling | 90 | 80 |
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Headline score
97
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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 W810 is highly regarded by commercial van operators for its exceptional traction across challenging winter conditions, including mud, snow, and ice. Users report that the tire provides reliable feedback and impressive longevity, making it a dependable choice for high-mileage daily use.
Pros
- Excellent grip in diverse winter conditions such as mud, snow, and ice
- High durability and long tread life for commercial applications
- Provides consistent and reliable driver feedback
Cons
- Longevity is highly dependent on proper vehicle wheel alignment and maintenance
Observations
- Specifically praised for performance in daily commercial van operations
The Nexen Roadian CT8 is generally regarded as a budget-friendly, high-value option for light trucks and motorhomes, offering respectable dry handling and comfort. However, user experiences are polarized, with a significant subset of owners reporting serious structural reliability issues, such as premature bulging and tread separation, particularly in commercial van applications.
Pros
- Competitive pricing and high value for the cost
- Good dry road handling and stability
- Comfortable ride quality
- Robust construction noted by some motorhome owners
Cons
- Significant reports of structural failures, including sidewall bulges and tread separation
- Poor wet weather performance and grip degradation over time
- Inconsistent longevity and durability under commercial use
- Temperature sensitivity affecting dry grip
Observations
- Motorhome and RV owners frequently praise the tire's load-bearing capacity and construction compared to premium alternatives.
- Commercial van operators report higher rates of structural failure, suggesting the tire may struggle with the specific demands of frequent urban delivery cycles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak W810 | B · Nexen Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Van |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 65 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
97
/ 100
Bridgestone
82
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak W810 — better treadwear, wet and snow. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Blizzak W810 scores 100 vs 79 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak W810 scores 100 vs 81 on wet.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak W810 scores 100 vs 84 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak W810 scores 100 vs 84 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak W810
Tire B · Nexen Roadian CT8
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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.