75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 vs Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
5 professional tests
User signal (40%)
87/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 — better handling, wet and snow. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 if comfort matters 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)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 91 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 89 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 70 |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 92 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM-32 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 47 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Blizzak LM-32 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak LM-32 | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 87 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 | Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 80 |
| Dry | 84 | 88 |
| Wet | 70 | 81 |
| Snow | 70 | 79 |
| Comfort | 72 | 67 |
| Noise | – | 47 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 80 |
| Handling | 69 | 87 |
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Headline score
75
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Blizzak LM32 receives a polarized reception from users, with performance heavily dependent on driving style and specific winter conditions. While many owners praise its exceptional traction in deep snow and ice, a significant portion of users report disappointing grip in wet conditions and an increase in road noise as the tread wears down.
Pros
- Outstanding traction and confidence in deep snow and icy conditions
- Reliable performance on dry, cold pavement
- Robust construction and durability against road hazards
- Consistent tread life over multiple winter seasons
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and susceptibility to hydroplaning
- Noticeable increase in road noise and humming as the tire ages
- Vague steering feedback and unpredictable handling at the limit
- Tendency to lose traction during rapid acceleration
Observations
- Rear-wheel drive vehicle owners reported significant issues with traction and unpredictable oversteer in wet conditions.
- Users on smaller, lower-torque vehicles noted that the tires still struggled to maintain grip during aggressive acceleration.
The Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 is widely regarded as a high-performing winter tire that excels in cold, wet, and snowy conditions, offering handling characteristics that closely mimic summer tires. While most users praise its traction and confidence-inspiring grip on varied surfaces, some report concerns regarding tread longevity and increased road noise compared to other premium alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and handling on snow and ice
- Strong performance on cold, wet, and dry pavement
- High level of steering precision and road feedback
- Competitive price-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Reports of higher-than-average road noise
- Mixed feedback on tread longevity, with some users noting rapid wear
- Occasional understeer in wet conditions when temperatures are higher
- Reduced performance in deep slush compared to packed snow
Observations
- Users running these on performance-oriented vehicles like the Honda Civic Type R and BMW 330 Touring report high satisfaction with handling and grip.
- Drivers of 4x4 SUVs noted the tire holds up well under demanding, high-mileage usage, though some smaller vehicle owners reported faster wear on the front axle.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 | B · Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 4 |
| Rim diameters | — | 18″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
75
/ 100
Bridgestone
80
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 — better handling, wet and snow. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 scores 87 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 scores 81 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 scores 79 vs 70 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 scores 72 vs 67 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905
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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.