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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Bridgestone Blizzak LM30 vs Goodyear Wrangler SR-A — 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.

Tire A Bridgestone

Bridgestone Blizzak LM30

Winter High Performance tires

Bridgestone Blizzak LM30 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
9 owner reviews
Dry
77
Wet
72
Snow
–
Comfort
69
Noise
–
Treadwear
76
Handling
56

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Goodyear Wrangler SR-A tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
101 owner reviews
Dry
92
Wet
89
Snow
87
Comfort
91
Noise
91
Treadwear
89
Handling
100

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Wrangler SR-A — better handling, comfort and wet. 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler SR-A leads by 15
A — Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
77
B — Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
92
Why this score
SourceBlizzak LM30Wrangler SR-A
Tire Rack owners – 67
Tyre Reviews owners 77 100
SimpleTire owners – 93

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wrangler SR-A leads by 17
A — Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
72
B — Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
89
Why this score
SourceBlizzak LM30Wrangler SR-A
Tire Rack owners – 59
Tyre Reviews owners 72 100
SimpleTire owners – 90

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
–
B — Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
87
Why this score
SourceBlizzak LM30Wrangler SR-A
Tire Rack owners – 81
SimpleTire owners – 87

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler SR-A leads by 22
A — Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
69
B — Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
91
Why this score
SourceBlizzak LM30Wrangler SR-A
Tire Rack owners – 53
Tyre Reviews owners 69 100
SimpleTire owners – 91

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
–
B — Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
91
Why this score
SourceBlizzak LM30Wrangler SR-A
SimpleTire owners – 91

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wrangler SR-A leads by 13
A — Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
76
B — Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
89
Why this score
SourceBlizzak LM30Wrangler SR-A
Tire Rack owners – 81
Tyre Reviews owners 76 100
SimpleTire owners – 89

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler SR-A leads by 44
A — Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
56
B — Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
100
Why this score
SourceBlizzak LM30Wrangler SR-A
Tyre Reviews owners 56 100

Scores at a glance

Bridgestone Blizzak LM30 vs Goodyear Wrangler SR-A: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBridgestone Blizzak LM30Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
Relative Score 71 91
Dry 77 92
Wet 72 89
Snow – 87
Comfort 69 91
Noise – 91
Treadwear 76 89
Handling 56 100

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Tire A

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.

Tire A Bridgestone Blizzak LM30

The Bridgestone Blizzak LM30 receives a polarized reception from users, with performance heavily dependent on regional climate and driving expectations. While some drivers praise its competence in deep snow and wet conditions, others report inconsistent grip levels and premature tread degradation compared to competing winter tires.

Pros

  • Strong performance in deep snow and slushy conditions
  • Excellent resistance to aquaplaning in heavy rain
  • Progressive breakaway characteristics in dry, cold conditions
  • Improved steering response and low-speed feel in cold weather

Cons

  • Inconsistent grip on greasy or thawed road surfaces
  • Faster than expected tread wear for some users
  • Higher noise levels compared to summer tires
  • Performance perceived as inferior to top-tier competitors like Continental

Observations

  • Users with front-wheel-drive estate vehicles reported significant traction issues and surface polishing under heavy torque.
  • Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles like the Honda S2000 noted improved steering response despite increased road noise.
Tire B Goodyear Wrangler SR-A

The Goodyear Wrangler SR-A is widely regarded as a reliable, value-oriented OEM tire that excels in comfort and highway performance. While it receives high praise for its quiet ride and consistent handling on paved surfaces, it is generally viewed as a light-duty tire that is not intended for aggressive off-road use or severe winter conditions.

Pros

  • Excellent ride comfort and low road noise
  • Strong value proposition and competitive pricing
  • Reliable handling on dry and wet pavement
  • Proven track record as a long-lasting OEM choice for many truck owners

Cons

  • Mediocre performance in deep snow or off-road terrain
  • Inconsistent tread life reported by some users
  • Occasional difficulty with balancing leading to vibrations
  • Not suitable for heavy-duty off-road or rocky environments

Observations

  • Owners of full-size trucks like the Ram 1500 and Silverado frequently report the tire as a 'factory-feel' replacement that maintains original ride quality.
  • Users towing light-to-medium trailers on paved roads find the tire adequate, though some suggest upgrading to LT-rated versions for heavier towing needs.
  • The tire is highly favored by owners who prioritize highway commuting and street driving over rugged utility.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM30 B · Goodyear Wrangler SR-A
CategoryWinter High Performance tires—
Vehicle typePassenger Car / Crossover—
Sizes available—5
Rim diameters—15″ – 20″
Tread depth—10 - 15/32″
UTQG—500 A B
Treadwear warranty—50,000 mi
Sidewall—Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band
Max pressure—44 - 80 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Bridgestone

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear Wrangler SR-A — better handling, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Wrangler SR-A scores 100 vs 56 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Wrangler SR-A scores 91 vs 69 on comfort.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Wrangler SR-A scores 89 vs 72 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear Wrangler SR-A scores 92 vs 77 on dry.

Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM30
Tire B · Goodyear Wrangler SR-A

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.