73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
66/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
84/100
20 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 vs Pirelli Cinturato P7 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
81/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
188 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Cinturato P7 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 if treadwear and noise 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)
Cinturato P7 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 58 | 76 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | 93 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 90% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P7 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 55 | 87 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | 93 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 79% | 96% |
| Wet Circle (% of best) | 100% | 98% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 65 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | 83 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P7 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | 92 |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | 94 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS90 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | 77 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS90 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 69 |
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P7 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 76 |
| Dry | 68 | 79 |
| Wet | 67 | 81 |
| Snow | 76 | – |
| Comfort | 84 | 85 |
| Noise | 77 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 79 | 69 |
| Handling | 65 | 75 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 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 | 90% #6/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | -9.8 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 17% #6/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | -4.2 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 94% #10/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | -6.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 91% #8/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 67% #4/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | +24 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 79% #7/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 96% #5/16 · 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test | -17.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 100% #9/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 98% #7/8 · 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tyre Test | +2.4 | 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 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.
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 is widely regarded as a competent, comfort-oriented touring tire that excels in dry weather conditions and offers a quiet, refined ride. While many users praise its longevity and road manners, a significant portion of the user base reports inconsistent performance in wet conditions, rapid tread wear, and susceptibility to sidewall damage, particularly with run-flat variants.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and predictable handling
- High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
- Good overall durability for long-distance touring
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet weather traction
- Premature tread wear and rapid performance degradation over time
- Weak sidewall construction prone to bulges and punctures
- Noticeable drop in performance as the tire ages
Observations
- Users with run-flat versions frequently report a harsh, noisy ride and increased susceptibility to pothole damage compared to non-run-flat alternatives.
- Drivers of performance-oriented compacts (e.g., Mini Cooper, VW Golf) often find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving, leading to excessive roll and lack of feedback.
- Owners of heavy SUVs and high-torque vehicles report significantly faster tread wear and occasional tire deformation.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 | B · Pirelli Cinturato P7 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Premium Touring Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 45 | 48 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | 16″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | 11/32″ | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 260 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Bridgestone
76
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato P7 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 if treadwear and noise matter most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 81 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 79 vs 68 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 scores 79 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Cinturato P7 scores 75 vs 65 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
Tire B · Pirelli Cinturato P7
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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.