81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
7 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II 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
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VerdictToo close to call: Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II and Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 are within 2 points overall. Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II is stronger on snow, comfort and treadwear. Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 is stronger on dry and handling.
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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 8
Why this score
| Source | SNOWCONTROL Serie II | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 91 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | SNOWCONTROL Serie II | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 89 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
SNOWCONTROL Serie II leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | SNOWCONTROL Serie II | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 70 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 92 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SNOWCONTROL Serie II leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SNOWCONTROL Serie II | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SNOWCONTROL Serie II | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 47 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SNOWCONTROL Serie II leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SNOWCONTROL Serie II | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
BluEarth Winter V905 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SNOWCONTROL Serie II | BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 87 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II | Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 80 |
| Dry | 80 | 88 |
| Wet | 80 | 81 |
| Snow | 89 | 79 |
| Comfort | 72 | 67 |
| Noise | – | 47 |
| Treadwear | 83 | 80 |
| Handling | 81 | 87 |
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Headline score
81
/ 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 Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, particularly in snow and ice conditions where it provides reliable traction and braking control. While users consistently praise its longevity and safety, the tire is frequently noted for producing higher levels of road noise compared to standard tires.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance on snow and ice
- Impressive tread longevity and durability over multiple seasons
- High level of driver confidence and vehicle control in adverse weather
- Reliable performance even after several years of use
Cons
- Noticeable road noise during operation
- Higher price point relative to some competitors
- Mixed value perception among some users
Observations
- Users operating smaller vehicles, such as the Renault Modus, reported excellent hill-climbing capability in heavy snow conditions.
- The tire maintains consistent performance characteristics across both city driving and long-distance winter travel, including extreme arctic conditions.
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 · Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II | B · Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter High Performance tires | Winter Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | 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?
81
/ 100
Pirelli
80
/ 100
Yokohama
Too close to call: Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II and Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 are within 2 points overall. Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II is stronger on snow, comfort and treadwear. Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 is stronger on dry and handling.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II scores 89 vs 79 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 scores 88 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V905 scores 87 vs 81 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II scores 72 vs 67 on comfort.
Tire A · Pirelli SNOWCONTROL Serie II
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.