68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
66/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687 vs Bridgestone Turanza ER30 — 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
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
44 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687 — better comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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 687 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 687 | Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 687 | Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 61 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 687 | Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 687 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 687 | Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 57 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza ER30 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 687 | Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | 73 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 687 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 687 | Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 62 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687 | Bridgestone Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 66 |
| Dry | 82 | 78 |
| Wet | 61 | 61 |
| Snow | 90 | – |
| Comfort | 66 | 57 |
| Treadwear | 71 | 73 |
| Handling | 64 | 62 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 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 Dueler H/T 687 is widely regarded as a durable, long-lasting highway tire that performs reliably in dry conditions and light off-road environments. However, user consensus is polarized regarding its wet-weather capabilities, with many reporting significant traction loss and increased braking distances at higher speeds.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and overall durability
- Reliable handling and grip in dry road conditions
- Competent performance on light tracks, dirt, and sand
- Solid value as a long-term OEM equipment choice
Cons
- Poor traction and braking performance in wet conditions at highway speeds
- Inadequate grip on snow, ice, and mud
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Noticeable decline in handling precision as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Suzuki owners report mixed experiences, with some finding the tire excellent for light moorland and track use, while others find it lacking in adverse weather.
- Users note that the tire's performance characteristics, particularly noise and handling, become more pronounced as the vehicle reaches higher speeds (above 60-80 mph).
The Bridgestone Turanza ER30 is a polarizing original equipment (OE) tire that is frequently criticized for excessive road noise and a harsh ride quality attributed to its stiff compound. While a segment of users praises its exceptional longevity and durability in dry, warm climates, many report significant performance degradation in wet or cold conditions, leading to a lack of confidence in adverse weather.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability in dry conditions
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling feedback
- Robust sidewall construction with effective rim protection
- High resistance to punctures
Cons
- Excessive, droning road noise on various surfaces
- Poor traction and instability in wet, cold, or slushy conditions
- Harsh, uncomfortable ride quality due to stiff rubber compound
- Significant performance drop-off as the tire ages
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and performance-oriented vehicles noted rapid, uneven wear, particularly on rear axles.
- Drivers of compact hatchbacks frequently cited the tire as being overly loud and harsh for daily city commuting.
- Performance on rough or concrete road surfaces is consistently reported as significantly noisier than on smooth tarmac.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687 | B · Bridgestone Turanza ER30 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 300 B A | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Bridgestone
66
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687 — better comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687 scores 66 vs 57 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687 scores 82 vs 78 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687
Tire B · Bridgestone Turanza ER30
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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.