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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ vs Bridgestone Blizzak 6 — 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 11 + 17 road tests and 18 + 8 owner reviews. How we score

Blizzak 6 leads, 81–79 Narrow edge

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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
Tire AGoodyear

UltraGrip Performance+

Winter

± 5

Tests 78 · 11 tests Owners 81 · 18 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2020 Auto Bild Performance Winter Tyre Test (snow traction)

Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Tire BBridgestone

Blizzak 6

Winter

± 4

Tests 80 · 17 tests Owners 83 · 8 reviews

Best test result: #1 of 55 in 2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test (wet braking)

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 73

    Dry

    Blizzak 6 +7
    80
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 14 tests7177
    Reviews found online7685

    UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 70.9 + 40% × 76.2 = 73

    Blizzak 6: 60% × 77.1 + 40% × 84.8 = 80

  2. 86

    Wet

    Blizzak 6 +5
    91
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 11 / 17 tests8793
    Reviews found online8588

    UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 87.1 + 40% × 85.1 = 86

    Blizzak 6: 60% × 92.7 + 40% × 88.2 = 91

  3. 84

    Snow

    UltraGrip Performance+ +2
    82
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 11 / 16 tests8782
    Reviews found online8080

    UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 86.7 + 40% × 79.8 = 84

    Blizzak 6: 60% × 82.4 + 40% × 80.3 = 82

  4. 78

    Comfort

    Blizzak 6 +3
    81
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 1 / 4 tests7283
    Reviews found online8180

    UltraGrip Performance+: 40% × 72.3 + 60% × 81.1 = 78

    Blizzak 6: 40% × 82.8 + 60% × 80.4 = 81

  5. 60

    Noise

    UltraGrip Performance+ +1
    59
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 12 tests5554
    Reviews found online≈ 67 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)

    UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 55.3 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 60

    Blizzak 6: 60% × 54 + 40% × 66.6 (est.) = 59

    No owner ratings of noise for UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6. 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.

  6. 77

    Treadwear

    Level
    77
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 4 / 5 tests7477
    Reviews found online8177

    UltraGrip Performance+: 60% × 73.8 + 40% × 80.7 = 77

    Blizzak 6: 60% × 76.5 + 40% × 77.2 = 77

  7. 83

    Handling (owners)

    Blizzak 6 +2
    85
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Reviews found online8385
  8. 76

    Efficiency

    Blizzak 6 +1
    77
    Why this score
    SourceUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6
    Professional tests (TWG score) · 8 / 13 tests7677
Scores at a glance
CategoryGoodyear UltraGrip Performance+Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Relative Score 79 81
Dry 73 80
Wet 86 91
Snow 84 82
Comfort 78 81
Noise 60 59
Treadwear 77 77
Handling (owners) 83 85
Efficiency 76 77

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UltraGrip Performance+

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Blizzak 6

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.

DisciplineCategoryUltraGrip Performance+Blizzak 6ΔHead-to-head
Dry Braking Dry 95% #11/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 95% #11/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Dry Handling Dry 98% #16/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test 100% #2/11 · 2026 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Dry Handling (tester's mark) Dry 80% #9/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test 100% #2/7 · 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Curved Aquaplaning Wet 94% #4/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 78% #7/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Straight Aquaplaning Wet 91% #8/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 99% #2/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Braking Wet 84% #13/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 99% #3/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Wet Handling Wet 99% #6/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test 99% #5/11 · 2026 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Wet Handling (tester's mark) Wet 100% #4/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test 100% #5/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Ice Braking Snow 97% #7/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 92% #7/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Snow Braking Snow 98% #5/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 94% #10/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Snow Handling Snow 98% #5/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test 98% #7/11 · 2026 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Handling (tester's mark) Snow 100% #1/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test 30% #6/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Snow Traction Snow 97% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 93% #8/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Comfort (tester's mark) Comfort 90% #7/11 · 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tyre Test 70% #6/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Noise Noise 97% #10/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 96% #12/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Abrasion Treadwear 84% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 66% #12/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Wear Treadwear 85% #6/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 77% #8/16 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Fuel Consumption Efficiency 98% #4/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 96% #2/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Rolling Resistance Efficiency 81% #6/20 · 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test 94% #2/11 · 2026 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Also published by the testers (not in the score)
Total Cost of Ownership Cost #8/20 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test #10/20 2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test – Different tests
Value Cost 56% #12/15 · 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test 49% #10/15 · 2026 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 – Different tests
Overall Ranking Overall #6/10 2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test R18 #5/18 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test – Different tests

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A UltraGrip Performance+

Pros

  • Exceptional wet grip and low risk of aquaplaning
  • Outstanding traction and lateral grip on snow
  • Comfortable ride quality with manageable noise levels

Cons

  • Mixed feedback regarding noise, with some users reporting a noticeable roar or sizzling sound on fast curves
  • Average performance on pure ice compared to specialized ice tires
  • Faster rear-axle tread wear reported on high-powered rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive vehicles
All owner themes in the UltraGrip Performance+ review

Tire B Blizzak 6

Pros

  • Exceptional grip and traction on snow and ice
  • Improved cornering performance compared to the Blizzak LM005 / previous generation
  • High stability and driver confidence in extreme sub-zero mountain conditions

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear reported by some users over relatively short mileages
  • Perceived reduction in sidewall stiffness compared to earlier models like the LM005
All owner themes in the Blizzak 6 review

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ B · Bridgestone Blizzak 6
CategoryWinterWinter
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Sizes available88192
Rim diameters15″ – 22″16″ – 22″
Tread depth—10/32″
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—50 psi
Sizes in common8181

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+

Bridgestone Blizzak 6

Narrow edge: Bridgestone Blizzak 6 — better dry, wet and comfort. Where the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ is ahead, it is by less than 3 points.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Bridgestone Blizzak 6 scores 80 vs 73 on dry.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Bridgestone Blizzak 6 scores 91 vs 86 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Bridgestone Blizzak 6 scores 81 vs 78 on comfort.

Tire A · Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
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UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Which is better in the wet, UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Bridgestone Blizzak 6, 91 vs 86 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Bridgestone Blizzak 6, 80 vs 73 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Neither, by our numbers: 84 vs 82 on the snow score, within 3 points.

Which is quieter, UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Neither, by our numbers: 60 vs 59 on the noise score, within 3 points.

Which is more comfortable, UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Bridgestone Blizzak 6, 81 vs 78 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Neither, by our numbers: 77 vs 77 on the treadwear score, within 3 points.

Which rolls more easily, UltraGrip Performance+ or Blizzak 6?

Neither, by our numbers: 76 vs 77 on the efficiency score, within 3 points.

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