82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
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User signal (40%)
90/100
Owner ratings
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak W965 vs General Grabber A/TX — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
67/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
91/100
253 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak W965 and General Grabber A/TX are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak W965 is stronger on snow, wet and comfort. General Grabber A/TX is stronger on treadwear, handling and noise.
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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)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W965 | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 70 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W965 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W965 | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 80 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 91 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W965 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W965 | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 59 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak W965 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W965 | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 77 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 89 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Grabber A/TX leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W965 | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| America's Tire owners | – | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Grabber A/TX leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W965 | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 97 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Grabber A/TX leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak W965 | Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 50 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 91 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak W965 | General Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 82 |
| Dry | 81 | 81 |
| Wet | 87 | 81 |
| Snow | 89 | 70 |
| Comfort | 81 | 75 |
| Noise | 80 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 77 | 89 |
| Handling | 80 | 90 |
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82
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Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The General Grabber A/Tx is widely regarded as a high-performing, cost-effective alternative to premium all-terrain tires like the BFGoodrich KO2. Users consistently praise its exceptional traction in snow, ice, and wet conditions, as well as its surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride on pavement. While most owners report excellent durability, a minority of users have experienced faster-than-expected tread wear and noted that the aggressive tread pattern can pick up and throw small rocks.
Pros
- Outstanding winter and wet weather traction
- Competitive pricing compared to premium competitors
- Low road noise and high ride comfort for an all-terrain tire
- Rugged, aggressive aesthetic with effective rim protection
- Strong off-road capability in mud, gravel, and deep snow
Cons
- Tread pattern prone to picking up and throwing small rocks
- Noticeable decrease in fuel economy for many users
- Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear
- Occasional reports of 'tread squirm' or handling instability, particularly when new or under-inflated
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (2500/3500 series) generally report high satisfaction with towing stability and load-bearing performance when using Load Range E tires.
- Users with larger, wider tire sizes (e.g., 305/12.5R17) occasionally reported highway wandering or tracking issues, suggesting sensitivity to alignment and tire pressure in wider footprints.
- Some SUV and light truck owners noted a significant drop in fuel economy, likely due to the tire's weight and aggressive compound.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Bridgestone Blizzak W965
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
General Grabber A/TX
Community members frequently praise the General Grabber A/TX for offering a lightweight, standard (SL) or lower load range option in larger sizes like 33" (275/70R18), avoiding the heavy weight and harsh ride of E-rated alternatives. Drivers appreciate their aggressive tread, good snow traction, and ability to help conserve fuel economy compared to heavier tires. They are often compared favorably against competitors like the BFGoodrich KO2, Falken Wildpeak, and Nitto Terra Grappler.
r/4Runner
·16 upvotes ·2020-10-11
“Swapped OEM 265/65R17 for Grabber A/Tx 265/70R17 On 2018 Wheels”
r/f150
·15 upvotes ·2023-11-05
“275/60r20 General Grabber A/Tx Just thought I'd share what my truck looks like with a slightly larger tire size in case anyone wondered. No level, just stock. Good looking tires in my opinion.”
r/f150
·14 upvotes ·2021-09-13
“Thoughts on the “General Grabber A/TX” Tire? I’m thinking about getting it in a 33” SL rated 275/70r18. This tire comes in at 46Lbs which is super light. $915ish for 4! It’s the only 33”, snow rated, All Terrain, C/SL load range I could find. All the other 33”s are E rated coming in around 60lbs.”
r/Crosstrek
·12 upvotes ·2025-04-12
“Tire recommendations! Current 215/75R-15 GENERAL GRABBER A/TX SL I am going to need new tires and I am wondering if I should buy a different tire than what I currently have. Overall these tires have been great and drive pretty well in the snow in VT and NY. Drive NJ roads year round aswell. Any recommendations?! Much appreciate any advice!! Read more”
Top themes
#Standard Load Weight Benefits#Snow and Winter Traction#Size Availability#Fuel Economy Conservation#Comparisons to Competitors#Aggressive Tread Design
Based on 9 community posts
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak W965 | B · General Grabber A/TX |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Tread depth | — | 14 - 17/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 640 A A - B |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering |
| Max pressure | — | 35 - 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Bridgestone
82
/ 100
General
Too close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak W965 and General Grabber A/TX are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak W965 is stronger on snow, wet and comfort. General Grabber A/TX is stronger on treadwear, handling and noise.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Blizzak W965 scores 89 vs 70 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
General Grabber A/TX scores 89 vs 77 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General Grabber A/TX scores 90 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak W965 scores 87 vs 81 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak W965
Tire B · General Grabber A/TX
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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.