80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
70 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 vs Toyo Proxes ST — 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
89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
76 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Proxes ST — better treadwear, snow and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Proxes ST leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 684 | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 684 | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 84 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 684 | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 684 | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 85 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 1
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Proxes ST leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 684 | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 684 | Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 71 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 | Toyo Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 89 |
| Dry | 88 | 96 |
| Wet | 83 | 91 |
| Snow | 75 | 84 |
| Comfort | 86 | 93 |
| Noise | 87 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 92 |
| Handling | 71 | 71 |
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80
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 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 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.
The Toyo Proxes ST series is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that excels in dry and wet road conditions while offering a quiet, comfortable ride. While most users praise its longevity and aggressive aesthetic, a minority of owners report inconsistent experiences regarding road noise and wet-weather hydroplaning resistance.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet road handling
- High value-to-price ratio
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Impressive tread life and durability
- Aggressive, attractive tread design
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in deep or heavy snow
- Occasional reports of increased road noise at high speeds
- Some users noted hydroplaning tendencies in standing water
- Variable tread life experiences depending on vehicle weight and driving style
Observations
- Owners of heavy SUVs like the BMW X5 and Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT frequently report significant improvements in ride quality and noise reduction when replacing factory run-flat tires with the Proxes ST.
- Users with high-torque trucks and performance SUVs noted that the tire provides superior grip during hard launches and cornering compared to all-terrain alternatives.
- Drivers using low-profile sizes (e.g., 24-inch wheels) noted a firmer, sometimes rougher ride, which is attributed to the tire's sport-oriented construction.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 | B · Toyo Proxes ST |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Bridgestone
89
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Proxes ST — better treadwear, snow and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo Proxes ST scores 92 vs 74 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Toyo Proxes ST scores 84 vs 75 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Toyo Proxes ST scores 96 vs 88 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Toyo Proxes ST scores 91 vs 83 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684
Tire B · Toyo Proxes ST
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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.