69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
5 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA vs Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 — 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.
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80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
70 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 — better noise, wet and comfort. Pick the BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA if snow and treadwear 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)
Dueler H/T 684 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 684 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 60 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 75 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Trail Terrain TA leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 684 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 78 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 684 leads by 68
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 19 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Trail Terrain TA leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 64 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 684 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 71 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA | Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 80 |
| Dry | 80 | 88 |
| Wet | 61 | 83 |
| Snow | 90 | 75 |
| Comfort | 74 | 86 |
| Noise | 19 | 87 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 74 |
| Handling | 64 | 71 |
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69
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich Trail Terrain T/A receives a polarized reception, praised for its aesthetic appeal, impressive snow traction, and quiet highway performance. However, significant concerns regarding wet-weather handling and inconsistent tread longevity suggest that performance may vary considerably based on vehicle weight and driving conditions.
Pros
- Excellent traction and predictability in snow and ice conditions
- Quiet highway ride quality for an all-terrain tire
- Robust sidewall durability against rocky terrain
- Attractive visual design with white lettering options
Cons
- Poor wet-weather performance and traction issues on paved surfaces
- Inconsistent tread life reports ranging from premature wear to high mileage
- Reports of excessive road noise on specific tarmac surfaces
Observations
- Users operating pickup trucks like the Toyota Hilux reported significant traction loss in wet conditions, suggesting potential issues with rear-wheel-drive bias vehicles.
- Hybrid SUV owners, such as those with the RAV4, reported high satisfaction with highway tread longevity and noise levels.
The Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 is widely regarded as a competent, comfort-oriented highway tire that excels in dry, paved conditions. While many users appreciate its quiet ride and factory-standard performance, it receives significant criticism for its limited tread life and poor traction in snow, ice, or off-road environments.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise on paved surfaces
- Strong dry-weather handling and stability
- Good value proposition as an OEM replacement
- Reliable performance for daily commuting and highway driving
Cons
- Short tread life with many reports of premature wear
- Poor performance and lack of grip in winter conditions (snow and ice)
- Susceptibility to punctures and sidewall damage in off-road or gravel use
- Inconsistent wet-weather traction
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and trucks (e.g., Armada, Land Cruiser) report that the tire is not robust enough for gravel or flinty farm tracks, leading to frequent punctures.
- Owners of 2WD vehicles report a jittery and rough ride quality when driving on uneven or rough road surfaces.
- Some users noted that the tire is difficult to balance, requiring specialized equipment or multiple attempts to achieve a smooth ride.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA | B · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 43 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 11 - 13/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 660 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
BFGoodrich
80
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 — better noise, wet and comfort. Pick the BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA if snow and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 scores 87 vs 19 on noise.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 scores 83 vs 61 on wet.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA scores 90 vs 75 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 scores 86 vs 74 on comfort.
Tire A · BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA
Tire B · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684
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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.