76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 vs Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 — 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.
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77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
5 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 and Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 is stronger on treadwear. Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 is stronger on dry, wet and comfort.
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Category breakdown
6 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 WS80 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 74 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS80 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 76 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 96 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS80 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM-80 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 | Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 77 |
| Dry | 63 | 74 |
| Wet | 70 | 76 |
| Snow | – | 96 |
| Comfort | 80 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 82 |
| Handling | 70 | 70 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 is highly regarded for its exceptional performance in cold, snowy, and icy conditions, while also demonstrating surprising versatility in milder weather. Users report a smooth, quiet ride and impressive durability, positioning it as a reliable choice for SUV and crossover owners.
Pros
- Excellent traction on snow and ice
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Strong tread wear longevity
- Effective performance in cold, wet conditions
Cons
- Limited feedback on extreme high-speed dry handling
- Potential for premature wear if used exclusively in high-heat summer conditions
Observations
- Users transitioning from factory-fitted all-season tires on SUVs, such as the Ford Kuga, report a noticeable improvement in ride comfort and cold-weather grip.
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, praised for its exceptional traction in deep snow and on icy inclines. While some users note a 'squishy' feel on wet pavement, the consensus highlights its reliability and longevity in harsh, rural winter conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and climbing ability on deep snow and ice
- Impressive tread longevity when properly rotated
- High confidence and stability in severe winter weather conditions
- Quiet road noise levels
Cons
- Noticeable 'squishy' or soft handling characteristics on wet roads
- Potential for reduced performance in slush compared to newer compounds
- Handling feedback can feel vague to the average driver
Observations
- Subaru Forester owners report excellent capability in deep snow, even when conditions exceed subframe depth.
- Small vehicle owners, such as those driving Scion XDs, noted significant performance advantages on steep, snow-covered hills compared to other vehicles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 | B · Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Bridgestone
77
/ 100
Bridgestone
Too close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 and Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 is stronger on treadwear. Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 is stronger on dry, wet and comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 scores 74 vs 63 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 scores 90 vs 82 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 scores 76 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 scores 83 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80
Tire B · Bridgestone Blizzak WS80
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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.