74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
66/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
84/100
20 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 vs General Grabber Arctic — 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
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
77/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: General Grabber Arctic — better wet, handling 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)
Grabber Arctic leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 58 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 55 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | 94 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 65 | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | 93 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | 98 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 98% | 100% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 85% | 89% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | 100 |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 77 | 87 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 82 | 93 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Grabber Arctic leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS90 | Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 | General Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 88 |
| Dry | 68 | 89 |
| Wet | 67 | 91 |
| Snow | 76 | 88 |
| Comfort | 84 | 95 |
| Noise | 77 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 79 | 85 |
| Handling | 65 | 89 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 100
Tire B
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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Braking | Ice | 100% #6/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 0 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/19 · The Best Winter Tyres for 2020 | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -50 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 98% #7/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -2.1 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 85% #6/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 89% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -3.6 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 94% #10/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | -6.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 91% #8/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 90% #2/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | +0.6 | Different tests |
| Subj. Snow Handling | Subj | 100% #6/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/5 · HT vs AT vs MT vs Winter Tyres on Snow | 0 | 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 WS90 is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, consistently praised for its exceptional traction and confidence-inspiring performance on ice, deep snow, and slush. While users occasionally note increased road noise or less precise handling on dry pavement compared to all-season alternatives, the consensus remains that it is a premier choice for severe winter climates.
Pros
- Outstanding grip and acceleration on ice and hard-packed snow
- Excellent braking performance in hazardous winter conditions
- Strong capability in slush and deep snow
- High level of driver confidence in extreme weather
Cons
- Increased road noise during highway driving
- Less responsive or 'softer' handling feel on dry pavement
- Potential for minor rubbing depending on vehicle fitment
- Perceived as less refined in dry conditions compared to the previous WS80 generation
Observations
- Users operating rear-wheel-drive vehicles without modern traction control reported high satisfaction with the tire's ability to maintain mobility.
- Drivers of front-wheel-drive sedans noted significant improvements in winter handling and the ability to avoid using four-wheel-drive modes in moderate conditions.
The General Grabber Arctic is widely regarded as a high-performance winter tire that offers exceptional traction on snow and ice at a competitive price point. While some users note increased road noise and a slight impact on fuel economy, the consensus highlights its reliability and superior stopping power compared to all-season alternatives.
Pros
- Excellent traction on packed snow, ice, and unplowed surfaces
- Significant improvement in braking performance and vehicle stability
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
- Effective performance when studded for heavy-duty or commercial plowing applications
Cons
- Noticeable road noise on dry or wet pavement
- Potential for decreased fuel economy
- Some users desire a more aggressive tread pattern for extreme conditions
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (Chevy 2500, F-150) report significant improvements in winter capability, particularly when used for plowing.
- Users note that the tires can be a tight fit on stock rims for certain full-size trucks, though they maintain a good seal in cold temperatures.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 | B · General Grabber Arctic |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 45 | 6 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | 16″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 11/32″ | 12/32″ |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Bridgestone
88
/ 100
General
Winner: General Grabber Arctic — better wet, handling and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
General Grabber Arctic scores 91 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General Grabber Arctic scores 89 vs 65 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
General Grabber Arctic scores 89 vs 68 on dry.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
General Grabber Arctic scores 88 vs 76 on snow.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
Tire B · General Grabber Arctic
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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.