73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
66/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
84/100
20 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 vs Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 — better wet, snow and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 if comfort matters 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)
IceGUARD Stud iG55 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 58 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
IceGUARD Stud iG55 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 55 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
IceGUARD Stud iG55 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 65 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak WS90 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 77 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
IceGUARD Stud iG55 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
IceGUARD Stud iG55 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 | Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 80 |
| Dry | 68 | 80 |
| Wet | 67 | 85 |
| Snow | 76 | 90 |
| Comfort | 84 | 60 |
| Noise | 77 | – |
| Treadwear | 79 | 85 |
| Handling | 65 | 75 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 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 Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 is highly regarded for its robust performance in severe winter conditions, offering reliable traction on snow, ice, and slush. While users praise its winter capabilities, they note that the tire's soft compound and stud configuration result in increased road noise and reduced handling precision on dry pavement.
Pros
- Excellent grip and traction on snow and ice
- Strong performance in slushy conditions
- Durable tread life over multiple seasons
- Effective stud retention during normal driving
Cons
- High levels of road noise on dry or wet tarmac
- Increased stopping distances on dry surfaces
- Noticeable tire flex or 'tilting' during spirited cornering
- Potential for stud loss under heavy driving conditions
Observations
- Users report that the tire's performance is particularly enhanced when paired with 4x4 drivetrain systems.
- The soft compound is noted to be more noticeable during city driving and maneuvers over uneven surfaces like tram tracks.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 | B · Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | 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?
73
/ 100
Bridgestone
80
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 — better wet, snow and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 scores 84 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 scores 85 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 scores 90 vs 76 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55 scores 80 vs 68 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
Tire B · Yokohama IceGUARD Stud iG55
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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.