79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
78/100
2 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO vs Firestone Destination A/T2 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO — better snow, noise and dry. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 if wet and comfort 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)
Blizzak LM80 EVO leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 82 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 92% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | 91 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 89 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 86% | 99% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 95% | 92% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM80 EVO leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | 51 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 83 |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 96% | 88% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 89 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM80 EVO leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 62 | 7 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM80 EVO leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM80 EVO | Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 76 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO | Firestone Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 76 |
| Dry | 90 | 81 |
| Wet | 73 | 91 |
| Snow | 91 | 64 |
| Comfort | 80 | 89 |
| Noise | 62 | 44 |
| Treadwear | – | 78 |
| Handling | 80 | 76 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 93% #9/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 92% #8/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | +0.5 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #4/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 100% #7/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -0 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 87% #5/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -13.2 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 97% #1/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 93% #2/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | +4 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 50% #2/7 · 2023/24 Best All Terrain Tyres In Snow | -33.3 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 96% #6/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 88% #2/7 · 2023/24 Best All Terrain Tyres In Snow | +7.7 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 93% #7/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 99% #2/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -6.1 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 86% #8/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 99% #2/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | -13.3 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 95% #8/9 · 2018 AZ SUV Winter Tyre Test | 92% #2/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | +3.4 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO receives mixed feedback, with users highlighting its versatility and durability in challenging alpine environments. While some drivers appreciate its dry-road handling and off-road capability, others note concerns regarding noise levels and inconsistent wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Strong performance in snow and alpine conditions
- Reliable grip on dry surfaces
- Capable handling on unpaved or rough roads
- Good overall tread longevity
Cons
- Increased road noise compared to summer tires
- Occasional traction loss in cold, wet conditions
- Perceived lack of premium refinement
Observations
- Users operating in mountainous regions like the Alps report high satisfaction with year-round performance on rugged vehicles like the Nissan Terrano.
The Firestone Destination A/T2 is widely regarded as a high-performing all-terrain tire that excels in wet weather and snow, offering a balanced experience for daily drivers and light-duty truck owners. While most users praise its longevity and highway comfort, some concerns persist regarding its durability on rugged terrain and a slightly vague steering feel.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather traction and grip
- Strong performance in snow with 3PMS rating
- Quiet and smooth ride quality at highway speeds
- Impressive tread life and mileage
- Good value for the price point
Cons
- Vague or unresponsive steering feedback
- Questionable durability on sharp rocks or rough forest service roads
- Stiffer ride compared to factory street tires
Observations
- Users transitioning from factory street tires to the A/T2 on 2WD work trucks report a noticeable improvement in off-road traction despite a slight increase in tire stiffness.
- Large SUV owners report that the tire maintains fuel efficiency while providing superior winter performance compared to original equipment all-season tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO | B · Firestone Destination A/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | — | 33 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10 - 12/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 540 - 560 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 55,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 44 - 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Bridgestone
76
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO — better snow, noise and dry. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 if wet and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO scores 91 vs 64 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO scores 62 vs 44 on noise.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Destination A/T2 scores 91 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO scores 90 vs 81 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO
Tire B · Firestone Destination A/T2
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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.