80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
5 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 vs Yokohama iceGUARD iG52c — 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.
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–
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
–/100
No reviews yet
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictOnly Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 has enough test and review data for a Relative Score, so there is no head-to-head winner yet.
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Category breakdown
6 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 WS80 | iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS80 | iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS80 | iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS80 | iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS80 | iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Blizzak WS80 | iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 | Yokohama iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | – |
| Dry | 74 | – |
| Wet | 76 | – |
| Snow | 96 | – |
| Comfort | 83 | – |
| Treadwear | 82 | – |
| Handling | 70 | – |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
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/ 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 Blizzak WS80 is widely regarded as a top-tier winter tire, praised for its exceptional traction in deep snow and on icy inclines. While some users note a 'squishy' feel on wet pavement, the consensus highlights its reliability and longevity in harsh, rural winter conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and climbing ability on deep snow and ice
- Impressive tread longevity when properly rotated
- High confidence and stability in severe winter weather conditions
- Quiet road noise levels
Cons
- Noticeable 'squishy' or soft handling characteristics on wet roads
- Potential for reduced performance in slush compared to newer compounds
- Handling feedback can feel vague to the average driver
Observations
- Subaru Forester owners report excellent capability in deep snow, even when conditions exceed subframe depth.
- Small vehicle owners, such as those driving Scion XDs, noted significant performance advantages on steep, snow-covered hills compared to other vehicles.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 | B · Yokohama iceGUARD iG52c |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Premium Touring Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Bridgestone
–
/ 100
Yokohama
Only Bridgestone Blizzak WS80 has enough test and review data for a Relative Score, so there is no head-to-head winner yet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak WS80
Tire B · Yokohama iceGUARD iG52c
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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.