80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689 vs Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — 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
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
34 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689 if snow and treadwear matter 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)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 689 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 93 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 689 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 90 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 689 leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 689 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 52 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 76 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 689 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 72 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 689 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Dueler H/T 689 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 689 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Dueler H/T 689 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689 | Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 83 |
| Dry | 82 | 94 |
| Wet | 72 | 89 |
| Snow | 90 | 59 |
| Comfort | 71 | 87 |
| Noise | – | 79 |
| Treadwear | 93 | 82 |
| Handling | 70 | 80 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 100
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.
The Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689 presents a mixed performance profile, characterized by excellent tread longevity and reliable wet-weather grip on paved surfaces. However, users report significant shortcomings in ride comfort and off-road capability, specifically noting issues with road noise and handling stability on loose terrain.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong grip and traction in wet road conditions
- Reliable performance for standard on-road commuting
Cons
- Poor handling and traction on gravel or loose surfaces
- Noticeable road noise during highway travel
- Excessive bounciness affecting ride quality
Observations
- Users operating 4x4 vehicles primarily on-road report satisfaction with wet-weather performance.
- The tire is perceived as unsuitable for drivers seeking off-road capability despite the vehicle's 4x4 classification.
The Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 is widely regarded as a reliable, quiet, and smooth-riding highway tire that excels in dry conditions and offers competitive tread life for many users. While it receives high praise for comfort and handling on various SUVs and trucks, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding winter traction and longevity, with some owners reporting premature wear and subpar performance in snow or heavy rain.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong dry pavement handling and stability
- Impressive tread longevity for many users
- Good value proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in wet and snowy conditions
- Reports of premature tread wear in heavy-duty or high-torque applications
- Occasional complaints regarding road noise or 'growling' sounds as the tire ages
Observations
- Users of heavy-duty trucks (2500 series) report high satisfaction with snow-clearing capabilities, though some pickup owners note faster wear under heavy towing loads.
- Owners of older SUVs (e.g., Jeep Cherokee) report significant improvements in ride quality and noise reduction compared to previous tire sets.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689 | B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | — | 48 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 720 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 70,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Bridgestone
83
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689 if snow and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689 scores 90 vs 59 on snow.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 89 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 87 vs 71 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 94 vs 82 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 689
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
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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.