Tests 73 · 32 tests Owners 58 · 117 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 Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 — 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 + 11 road tests and 117 + 3 owner reviews. How we score
Too close to call: Blizzak LM005 66, BluEarth Winter V906 65.
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Tests 65 · 11 tests Owners 66 · 3 reviews
Best test result: #2 of 10 in 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test (comfort (tester's mark))
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
Key facts
- In 5 tests that measured wet braking for both, Blizzak LM005 won 5 and BluEarth Winter V906 won 0 (average 99% vs 88% of the best).
- In 5 tests that measured snow braking for both, Blizzak LM005 won 5 and BluEarth Winter V906 won 0 (average 97% vs 93% of the best).
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68
Dry
BluEarth Winter V906 +472Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Professional tests (TWG score) · 27 / 5 tests 77 75 Reviews found online 55 68 Dry Braking (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 95% 95% Dry Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 99% 99% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 77.3 + 40% × 55 = 68
BluEarth Winter V906: 60% × 75.2 + 40% × 67.9 = 72
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88
Wet
Blizzak LM005 +1177Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Professional tests (TWG score) · 32 / 11 tests 100 80 Reviews found online 71 72 Curved Aquaplaning (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 97% 82% Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 2–0 96% 89% Wet Braking (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 5–0 99% 88% Wet Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 100% 96% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 100 + 40% × 71 = 88
BluEarth Winter V906: 60% × 80.1 + 40% × 72.2 = 77
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73
Snow
Blizzak LM005 +964Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Professional tests (TWG score) · 32 / 11 tests 79 61 Reviews found online 64 68 Ice Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 88% 92% Snow Braking (% of best) · 5 shared tests · wins 5–0 97% 93% Snow Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 99% 96% Snow Traction (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 2–0 96% 93% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 79.4 + 40% × 64.1 = 73
BluEarth Winter V906: 60% × 60.5 + 40% × 68.3 = 64
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66
Comfort
BluEarth Winter V906 +268Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Professional tests (TWG score) · 3 / 1 tests 77 76 Reviews found online 58 63 Blizzak LM005: 40% × 77.1 + 60% × 58.4 = 66
BluEarth Winter V906: 40% × 75.7 + 60% × 63.1 = 68
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68
Noise
Blizzak LM005 +1256Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Professional tests (TWG score) · 25 / 4 tests 69 49 Reviews found online ≈ 66 (est.) ≈ 66 (est.) Noise (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 98% 97% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 68.8 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 68
BluEarth Winter V906: 60% × 48.6 + 40% × 66.4 (est.) = 56
No owner ratings of noise for Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): 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
BluEarth Winter V906 +1149Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 5 tests 37 45 Reviews found online 41 56 Abrasion (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 57% 67% Wear (% of best) · 2 shared tests · wins 1–1 63% 63% Blizzak LM005: 60% × 36.5 + 40% × 41 = 38
BluEarth Winter V906: 60% × 44.9 + 40% × 55.9 = 49
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59
Handling (owners)
BluEarth Winter V906 +1069Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Reviews found online 59 69 -
83
Efficiency
Blizzak LM005 +5330Why this score
Source Blizzak LM005 BluEarth Winter V906 Professional tests (TWG score) · 27 / 4 tests 83 30 Fuel Consumption (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–0 97% 97% Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 88% 76%
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 | Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 |
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| Relative Score | 66 | 65 |
| Dry | 68 | 72 |
| Wet | 88 | 77 |
| Snow | 73 | 64 |
| Comfort | 66 | 68 |
| Noise | 68 | 56 |
| Treadwear | 38 | 49 |
| Handling (owners) | 59 | 69 |
| Efficiency | 83 | 30 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Blizzak LM005
65
/ 100
BluEarth Winter V906
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 8 tests that ran both, Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 finished ahead 6 times and Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 2 times.
| Discipline | Category | Blizzak LM005 | BluEarth Winter V906 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% | 95% | +0.2 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% | 99% | −0.1 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 205/55 R16 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 97% | 82% | +15.2 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 96% | 89% | +6.5 | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 99% | 88% | +10.4 | 5–0 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Wet Braking (concrete) | Wet | 100% #1/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 96% #6/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 | – | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 100% #1/10 · 2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test | 97% #8/10 · 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 100% | 96% | +4.3 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 205/55 R16 |
| Ice Braking | Snow | 88% | 92% | −3.3 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 97% | 93% | +3.8 | 5–0 in 5 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 99% | 96% | +3.1 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 205/55 R16 |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 96% | 93% | +3.1 | 2–0 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Comfort (tester's mark) | Comfort | 100% #1/8 · 2023 Autozurnal Winter Tire Test R17 | 100% #2/10 · 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tyre Test | – | Different tests |
| Noise | Noise | 98% | 97% | +0.6 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Abrasion | Treadwear | 57% | 67% | −9.9 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Wear | Treadwear | 63% | 63% | −0.2 | 1–1 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Fuel Consumption | Efficiency | 97% | 97% | 0.0 | 0–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 88% | 76% | +12.3 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 205/55 R16 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Price | Cost | 74% | 88% | −14.0 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 205/55 R16 |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Cost | #12/20 | #20/20 | – | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test · 205/55 R16 |
| Value | Cost | 51% | 62% | −10.8 | 0–2 in 2 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #15/15 | #13/15 | – | 6–2 in 8 shared tests Newest: 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test · 225/45 R17 |
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 BluEarth Winter V906
Pros
- Excellent grip and confidence on cold, frosty, and wet roads
- Solid performance in light snow and alpine conditions
- Quiet and compliant ride quality without feeling soggy
Cons
- Wear rate is only average at best
- Limited feedback on deep snow testing from some users
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 | B · Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 165 | 54 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 22″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | 11/32″ |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 50 psi |
| Sizes in common | 47 | 47 |
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
65
/ 100
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906
Too close to call: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 and Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 is stronger on efficiency, noise and wet. Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 is stronger on treadwear, handling and dry.
Pick tire A
You want lower fuel or energy use
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scores 83 vs 30 on efficiency.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scores 68 vs 56 on noise.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scores 88 vs 77 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906 scores 49 vs 38 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
Tire B · Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906
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Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Which is better in the wet, Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, 88 vs 77 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906, 72 vs 68 on our dry score.
Which is better in snow, Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, 73 vs 64 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, 68 vs 56 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Neither, by our numbers: 66 vs 68 on the comfort score, within 3 points.
Which lasts longer, Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906, 49 vs 38 on our treadwear score.
Which rolls more easily, Blizzak LM005 or BluEarth Winter V906?
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005, 83 vs 30 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