55
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
24 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Supercat vs Goodyear OptiGrip — 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
74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
16 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear OptiGrip — better wet, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
OptiGrip leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | OptiGrip |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 74 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
OptiGrip leads by 49
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | OptiGrip |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 34 | 83 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
OptiGrip leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | OptiGrip |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 66 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
OptiGrip leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | OptiGrip |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 71 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
OptiGrip leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Supercat | OptiGrip |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 71 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Supercat | Goodyear OptiGrip |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 55 | 74 |
| Dry | 60 | 74 |
| Wet | 34 | 83 |
| Comfort | 65 | 66 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 71 |
| Handling | 51 | 71 |
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Headline score
55
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 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 Supercat is a polarizing budget-tier tire that receives significant criticism for its poor wet-weather performance and lack of steering feedback. While some users appreciate its longevity and quiet ride for casual commuting, a large portion of the user base considers the tire unsafe in adverse conditions, frequently citing a lack of traction and unpredictable handling.
Pros
- High tread durability and long service life
- Quiet road noise levels
- Affordable price point
- Acceptable performance for sedate, dry-weather commuting
Cons
- Extremely poor wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
- Soft, unresponsive sidewalls leading to vague steering feedback
- Significant loss of traction during cornering and acceleration
- Inconsistent quality and rapid performance degradation over time
Observations
- Users with high-torque or performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Turbo models, XR6) frequently report excessive wheel spin and lack of control.
- Drivers of heavy utility vehicles and vans (e.g., Hiace, Rodeo) report better satisfaction regarding tread life and durability compared to passenger car owners.
- The tire is often criticized for being ill-suited for vehicles lacking modern electronic stability and traction control systems.
The Goodyear OptiGrip is widely recognized for its superior wet-weather traction and consistent performance throughout the life of the tread. While many users praise its safety and longevity, the tire is frequently criticized for significant road noise issues and inconsistent dry-weather handling.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and safety
- Consistent performance as the tread wears down
- Good overall tread life and durability
- Comfortable ride quality on uneven road surfaces
Cons
- High levels of road noise, often described as intrusive
- Mediocre dry-weather performance and feedback
- Reports of premature sidewall cracking
- Noticeable 'bedding-in' period required for optimal grip
Observations
- Users reported that road noise becomes significantly more pronounced as the tires wear, often leading to concerns about mechanical issues like wheel bearings.
- The tire's unique tread design is effective at maintaining wet grip, though some users noted that dry-weather performance feels less precise compared to dedicated performance tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Supercat | B · Goodyear OptiGrip |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
55
/ 100
Bridgestone
74
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear OptiGrip — better wet, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear OptiGrip scores 83 vs 34 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear OptiGrip scores 71 vs 51 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear OptiGrip scores 74 vs 60 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Supercat
Tire B · Goodyear OptiGrip
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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.