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 September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 vs Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
66/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
84/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 if dry and comfort 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)
Blizzak WS90 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 58 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM-80 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 55 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 65 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 93 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 100 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS90 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 64 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 77 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM-80 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM-80 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-80 | Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 65 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 | Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 73 |
| Dry | 63 | 68 |
| Wet | 70 | 67 |
| Snow | – | 76 |
| Comfort | 80 | 84 |
| Noise | – | 77 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 79 |
| Handling | 70 | 65 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 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 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 WS90 is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, consistently praised for its exceptional traction and confidence-inspiring performance on ice, deep snow, and slush. While users occasionally note increased road noise or less precise handling on dry pavement compared to all-season alternatives, the consensus remains that it is a premier choice for severe winter climates.
Pros
- Outstanding grip and acceleration on ice and hard-packed snow
- Excellent braking performance in hazardous winter conditions
- Strong capability in slush and deep snow
- High level of driver confidence in extreme weather
Cons
- Increased road noise during highway driving
- Less responsive or 'softer' handling feel on dry pavement
- Potential for minor rubbing depending on vehicle fitment
- Perceived as less refined in dry conditions compared to the previous WS80 generation
Observations
- Users operating rear-wheel-drive vehicles without modern traction control reported high satisfaction with the tire's ability to maintain mobility.
- Drivers of front-wheel-drive sedans noted significant improvements in winter handling and the ability to avoid using four-wheel-drive modes in moderate conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 | B · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 45 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Bridgestone
73
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 — better treadwear, handling and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 if dry and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 scores 90 vs 79 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80 scores 70 vs 65 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 scores 68 vs 63 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 scores 84 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-80
Tire B · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
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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.