Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 vs Michelin Alpin 6
Expect a clear split in priorities. The Bridgestone repeatedly delivers the shortest wet braking and sharpest wet handling, often by meaningful margins (for example, up to 14% shorter wet braking in 2022/23). The Michelin tends to brake better on ice, rides smoothly, and dominates wear and predicted mileage (often 30-70% longer tread life), making it a value leader over the life of the tyre despite a higher purchase price.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been twenty-four tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 | fifteen | |
| Michelin Alpin 6 | nine |
While it might look like the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 is better than the Michelin Alpin 6 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading wet braking and wet handling across most tests
- Very competitive snow braking with strong aquaplaning resistance
- Lower purchase price and often lower rolling resistance
- Confident, easy-to-control handling and low noise
- Outstanding tread life and low wear (often 30-70% higher mileage)
- Balanced winter performance with stronger ice braking
- Smooth ride quality and precise, safe dry-road behavior
- Good fuel efficiency in several ADAC tests due to low weight
Dry Braking
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during five dry braking tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 stopped the vehicle in 1.06% less distance than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Dry Braking: Michelin Alpin 6
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during three dry handling [s] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 1.23% faster around a lap than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during five dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 0.74% faster around a lap than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during two subj. dry handling tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scored 6.57% more points than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from fifteen tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during fifteen wet braking tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 stopped the vehicle in 5.79% less distance than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Wet Braking: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 stopped the vehicle in 6.43% less distance than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during three wet handling [s] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 2.5% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during six wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 1.2% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during three subj. wet handling tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scored 9.94% more points than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during three wet circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 3.16% faster around a wet circle than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Wet Circle: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during eight straight aqua tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 floated at a 1.84% higher speed than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Straight Aqua: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during five curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 slipped out at a 4.53% higher speed than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from fifteen tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during fourteen snow braking tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 stopped the vehicle in 2.49% less distance than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Snow Braking: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 and Michelin Alpin 6 performed equally well in snow traction tests.
Best In Snow Traction: Both tyres performed equally well
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during four snow traction tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 had 0.53% better snow traction than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Snow Traction: Michelin Alpin 6
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Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during three snow handling [s] tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 was 0.85% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Michelin Alpin 6
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during four snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 0.19% faster around a lap than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Subj. Snow Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one subj. snow handling tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scored 0.78% more points than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 and Michelin Alpin 6 performed equally well in snow circle tests.
Best In Snow Circle: Both tyres performed equally well
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during one snow slalom tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 was 0.27% faster through a slalom than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Snow Slalom: Michelin Alpin 6
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Ice Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during two ice braking tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 stopped the vehicle 9.05% shorter than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Ice Braking: Michelin Alpin 6
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 scored 0.79% more points than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Michelin Alpin 6
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Noise
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during five noise tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 measured 0.6% quieter than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Noise: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Noise
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one noise tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 measured 1.29% quieter than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Noise: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wear
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during five wear tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 is predicted to cover 28.69% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Wear: Michelin Alpin 6
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Value
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during four value tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 proved to have a 13.98% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Value: Michelin Alpin 6
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Price
Looking at data from eleven tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during eleven price tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 cost 14.92% less than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Price: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during ten rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 had a 5.76% lower rolling resistance than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 used 0.87% less fuel than the Michelin Alpin 6.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Michelin Alpin 6 was better during two abrasion tests. On average the Michelin Alpin 6 emitted 41.05% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Abrasion: Michelin Alpin 6
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Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 Driver Reviews
Drivers of the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 frequently praise its outstanding wet grip and braking, along with predictable, stable handling and good comfort when new. Many also find it capable in light-to-moderate snow. However, a significant number report rapid tread wear and a notable drop-off in snow/ice traction as the tyre ages, with some also noting rising noise levels over time. Overall sentiment is moderately positive, but durability and aged winter performance are recurring concerns.
Based on 104 reviews with an average rating of 71%
Michelin Alpin 6 Driver Reviews
Drivers largely praise the Michelin Alpin 6 for excellent wet and dry cold grip, strong braking, high comfort, low noise, and outstanding longevity/wear. Snow performance is mixed: many report very good traction and control in snow, while a notable minority criticize snow/ice grip and especially snow braking as average or poor. Handling feel is generally stable, though a few note softness or vague steering at higher speeds. Overall sentiment is positive, with the Alpin 6 seen as a durable, refined winter tyre that excels in wet/dry but can be inconsistent on deep snow/ice.
Based on 34 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Conclusion
If you prioritise stopping distances in rain, crisp responses and low rolling resistance, choose the LM005. If you want the best overall wear, calmer behavior at the limit, and better ice braking, choose the Alpin 6. The practical takeaway: LM005 for peak wet safety and value up-front; Alpin 6 for total-cost value and endurance over multiple seasons.
Key Differences
- Wet braking: LM005 consistently shorter (e.g., 14% in 2022/23; wins 15/15 summaries)
- Wet handling: LM005 leads most tests; Michelin can understeer and push wide
- Snow performance: Close overall-LM005 often wins snow braking; Alpin 6 edges some snow handling/traction
- Ice braking: Alpin 6 stronger where measured (wins 2/2)
- Wear/mileage: Alpin 6 clearly superior (e.g., 61,000 km vs 36,100 km in ADAC 2023)
- Cost/value: LM005 cheaper to buy; Alpin 6 better total-life value due to longevity
Overall Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
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