85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 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.
VS
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 — better dry, comfort and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 if handling matters most to you.
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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 WS70 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS70 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 74 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS70 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS70 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 76 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS70 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS70 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 96 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS70 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS70 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS70 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS70 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS80 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS70 | Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 | Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 85 | 80 |
| Dry | 87 | 74 |
| Wet | 83 | 76 |
| Snow | 100 | 96 |
| Comfort | 92 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 88 | 82 |
| Handling | 62 | 70 |
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85
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 is widely regarded as a top-tier performer in severe winter conditions, offering exceptional traction on snow, ice, and slush. While users praise its winter capabilities and low noise levels, some note a lack of stability on dry highways and inconsistent performance in wet conditions due to its soft rubber compound.
Pros
- Phenomenal grip and traction on snow, ice, and slush
- Impressively quiet operation for a winter tire
- Excellent confidence in harsh, Nordic-style winter climates
- Good tread wear longevity despite the soft compound
Cons
- Reduced stability and handling precision on dry pavement at highway speeds
- Squishy or vague steering feel in wet conditions
- Occasional difficulty with take-off traction on rear-wheel-drive vehicles
Observations
- Performance appears highly dependent on drivetrain, with AWD/FWD vehicles reporting superior traction compared to RWD configurations.
- The soft compound provides high comfort levels but leads to noticeable instability during high-speed dry highway driving.
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 WS70 | B · Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter High Performance tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
85
/ 100
Bridgestone
80
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 — better dry, comfort and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 scores 87 vs 74 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 scores 92 vs 83 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 scores 70 vs 62 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 scores 83 vs 76 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS70
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.