Tests 73 · 32 tests Owners 58 · 113 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 54 in 2023 Winter Tyre Test 54 Set Braking Test (wet braking)
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 vs Hankook Winter i cept evo3 — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 32 + 17 road tests and 113 + 22 owner reviews. How we score
Winter i cept evo3 is ahead, 78–67
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Tests 76 · 17 tests Owners 82 · 22 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (straight aquaplaning)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
Key facts
- In 11 tests that measured wet braking for both, Blizzak LM005 won 10 and Winter i cept evo3 won 1 (average 100% vs 95% of the best).
- In 11 tests that measured snow braking for both, Blizzak LM005 won 9 and Winter i cept evo3 won 2 (average 97% vs 96% of the best).
- In 8 tests that measured dry braking for both, Blizzak LM005 won 1 and Winter i cept evo3 won 7 (average 95% vs 96% of the best).
- In 8 tests that measured dry handling for both, Blizzak LM005 won 6 and Winter i cept evo3 won 1 (average 99% vs 99% of the best).
- In 8 tests that measured straight aquaplaning for both, Blizzak LM005 won 1 and Winter i cept evo3 won 7 (average 96% vs 98% of the best).
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69
Dry
Winter i cept evo3 +978Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 27 / 13 tests 77 75 Reviews found online 55 82 Dry Braking (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 1–7 95% 96% Dry Handling (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 6–1 99% 99% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 77.4 + 40% × 55.4 = 69
Winter i cept evo3: 60% × 75.3 + 40% × 81.9 = 78
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89
Wet
Winter i cept evo3 +190Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 32 / 17 tests 100 92 Reviews found online 72 86 Curved Aquaplaning (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 0–2 82% 100% Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 1–7 96% 98% Wet Braking (% of best) · 11 shared tests · wins 10–1 100% 95% Wet Circle (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 2–1 100% 98% Wet Handling (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 8–0 100% 98% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 100 + 40% × 71.6 = 89
Winter i cept evo3: 60% × 92.1 + 40% × 86.2 = 90
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73
Snow
Winter i cept evo3 +780Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 32 / 17 tests 79 80 Reviews found online 64 80 Snow Braking (% of best) · 11 shared tests · wins 9–2 97% 96% Snow Handling (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 3–3 97% 97% Snow Slalom (% of best) · 3 shared tests · wins 0–3 87% 90% Snow Traction (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 5–3 96% 95% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 79.3 + 40% × 64 = 73
Winter i cept evo3: 60% × 80.1 + 40% × 79.5 = 80
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66
Comfort
Winter i cept evo3 +773Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 2 tests 78 72 Reviews found online 59 74 Blizzak LM005: 40% × 77.7 + 60% × 58.8 = 66
Winter i cept evo3: 40% × 71.6 + 60% × 73.7 = 73
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68
Noise
Blizzak LM005 +3533Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 13 tests 69 10 Reviews found online ≈ 67 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) Noise (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 8–0 98% 95% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 68.6 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 68
Winter i cept evo3: 60% × 10 + 40% × 66.5 (est.) = 33
No owner ratings of noise for Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3. The owner half is the owners’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
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38
Treadwear
Winter i cept evo3 +4179Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 4 tests 37 77 Reviews found online 41 81 Wear (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–0 80% 79% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 36.7 + 40% × 41.2 = 38
Winter i cept evo3: 60% × 77 + 40% × 81.1 = 79
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60
Handling (owners)
Winter i cept evo3 +2181Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Reviews found online 60 81 -
83
Efficiency
Blizzak LM005 +2162Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 Winter i cept evo3 Professional tests (TWG score) · 27 / 13 tests 83 62 Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 8 shared tests · wins 7–1 95% 88%
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 | Hankook Winter i cept evo3 |
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| Relative Score | 67 | 78 |
| Dry | 69 | 78 |
| Wet | 89 | 90 |
| Snow | 73 | 80 |
| Comfort | 66 | 73 |
| Noise | 68 | 33 |
| Treadwear | 38 | 79 |
| Handling (owners) | 60 | 81 |
| Efficiency | 83 | 62 |
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Headline score
67
/ 100
Blizzak LM005
78
/ 100
Winter i cept evo3
The professional test results behind the scores
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
In the overall rankings of 11 tests that ran both, Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 finished ahead 8 times and Hankook Winter i cept evo3 3 times.
| Discipline | Category | Blizzak LM005 | Winter i cept evo3 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% | 96% | −1.3 | 1–7 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% | 99% | +0.5 | 6–1 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 82% | 100% | −17.9 | 0–2 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 Sports Cars Winter Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 96% | 98% | −1.9 | 1–7 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 100% | 95% | +5.1 | 10–1 in 11 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Wet Braking (concrete) | Wet | 100% #1/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 97% #6/31 · 2025 ADAC Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 100% | 98% | +1.6 | 2–1 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 100% | 98% | +1.7 | 8–0 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Ice Braking | Snow | 88% #13/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 87% #21/31 · 2025 ADAC Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 97% | 96% | +1.2 | 9–2 in 11 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 97% | 97% | −0.2 | 3–3 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Snow Slalom | Snow | 87% | 90% | −2.9 | 0–3 in 3 shared tests Newest: 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 96% | 95% | +1.1 | 5–3 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 100% #1/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 | 94% #4/12 · 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 98% | 95% | +2.9 | 8–0 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 54% #16/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 89% #4/31 · 2025 ADAC Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wear | Treadwear | 80% | 79% | +0.4 | 1–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 96% #6/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 98% #10/31 · 2025 ADAC Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 95% | 88% | +7.9 | 7–1 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 62% | 72% | −10.1 | 0–4 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2023 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test · 225/40 R18 |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #18/20 | #14/20 | – | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Value | Cost | 62% | 73% | −10.9 | 0–2 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R18 |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #5/10 | #6/10 | – | 8–3 in 11 shared tests Newest: 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test · 235/35 R19 |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Blizzak LM005
Pros
- Exceptional grip and braking performance on wet roads and heavy rain
- High driving comfort with low interior noise levels when new
- Predictable and stable handling characteristics in dry and mild winter conditions
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear, with many users reporting the tire wearing out within 5,000 to 15,000 km
- Noticeable degradation in snow and ice grip by the second or third season
- Increased tire noise, whining, or humming vibrations as the tire ages
Tire B Winter i cept evo3
Pros
- Exceptional wet grip and outstanding aquaplaning resistance
- Outstanding snow and ice traction providing high confidence in winter storms
- Great value for money compared to Tier-1 brands like Michelin or Goodyear
Cons
- Slightly increased noise levels or humming compared to summer tires
- Mixed feedback on ride comfort, with some finding them stiffer
- Longer braking distances reported by a few users in specific conditions
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 | B · Hankook Winter i cept evo3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 165 | 86 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 22″ | 17″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | — |
| Sizes in common | 54 | 54 |
Which one should you actually buy?
67
/ 100
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
78
/ 100
Hankook Winter i cept evo3
Winner: Hankook Winter i cept evo3 — better treadwear, handling and dry. Pick the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 if noise and efficiency matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Winter i cept evo3 scores 79 vs 38 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scores 68 vs 33 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want lower fuel or energy use
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scores 83 vs 62 on efficiency.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Winter i cept evo3 scores 81 vs 60 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
Tire B · Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Which is better in the wet, Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Neither, by our numbers: 89 vs 90 on the wet score, within 3 points.
Which grips better on dry roads, Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Hankook Winter i cept evo3, 78 vs 69 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Hankook Winter i cept evo3, 80 vs 73 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, 68 vs 33 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Hankook Winter i cept evo3, 73 vs 66 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Hankook Winter i cept evo3, 79 vs 38 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, Blizzak LM005 or Winter i cept evo3?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, 83 vs 62 on our efficiency score.
How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology