Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 vs Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
- TR Score
- 8.8/10
- Owners say
- 72% · 119
- TR Score
- 9.3/10
- Owners say
- 84% · 35
In the 18 independent tests that ran both tyres, the WinterContact TS 870 P finished ahead 10 times and the Blizzak LM005 8 times. The Blizzak LM005 stopped 5.3% shorter in the wet; the WinterContact TS 870 P lasted 18.1% longer in the wear tests.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 if you drive mostly in cold, wet conditions and want maximum wet safety and strong aquaplaning resistance at a keener price. Choose Continental WinterContact TS 870 P if you need balanced winter performance with shorter dry stops, better snow handling, lower noise and markedly lower rolling resistance-ideal for performance cars, EVs, or high-mileage drivers.
Where the Blizzak LM005 is stronger
- Class-leading wet braking and wet handling across tests (18/18 wet braking wins)
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved) and wet circle speed
- Competitive snow braking/traction with predictable, easy control
Where the WinterContact TS 870 P is stronger
- Shorter dry braking and strong dry composure
- Lowest rolling resistance on many tests; efficient for EVs and fuel saving
- Quieter with better wear/abrasion performance on average
Conclusion
If your winter is rain-heavy or you value maximum confidence on drenched, cold motorways, the Blizzak LM005 is the safer bet. It repeatedly delivers the shortest wet stops (18/18 wet braking wins), excellent aquaplaning resilience, and competitive snow braking/traction-often at a lower purchase price. Its trade-offs are longer dry braking and typically higher rolling resistance and wear.
For drivers prioritizing all-round balance, shorter dry stops, efficiency and longevity-especially UHP fitments and EV/hybrid use-the WinterContact TS 870 P is the smarter long-term choice. It consistently ranks near the top in dry, is quieter, rolls easier (frequently the lowest on test), and is stronger in snow handling and slalom, with better projected wear. Bottom line: Bridgestone for wet-led security and value; Continental for balanced performance and running-cost efficiency.
Where to buy
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The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Blizzak LM005 vs WinterContact TS 870 P at a glance
| Category | Blizzak LM005 | Gap | WinterContact TS 870 P |
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| Shared tests won18 shared tests | 8 | 10 | |
| Dry34 measurements | 9 | The WinterContact TS 870 P stopped 1.8% shorter in the dry (16 tests) | 22 |
| Wet78 measurements | 65 | The Blizzak LM005 stopped 5.3% shorter in the wet (18 tests) | 13 |
| Snow65 measurements | 23 | The WinterContact TS 870 P averaged a 1.2% higher speed on the snow handling course (10 tests) | 39 |
| Ice1 measurement | 0 | The WinterContact TS 870 P stopped 3.3% shorter on ice (1 test) | 1 |
| Comfort20 measurements | 5 | The WinterContact TS 870 P was 0.5 dB quieter (15 tests) | 13 |
| Value20 measurements | 4 | The WinterContact TS 870 P lasted 18.1% longer in the wear tests (4 tests) | 15 |
| Environment1 measurement | 0 | The WinterContact TS 870 P shed 14.5% less rubber in the abrasion test (1 test) | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.8/10 | The WinterContact TS 870 P by 0.5 | 9.3/10 |
| Owner rating119 and 35 reviews | 72% | The WinterContact TS 870 P by 12 points | 84% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 57% | The WinterContact TS 870 P by 27 points | 84% |
| Pricein the 14 tests that listed prices | Cheaper | The WinterContact TS 870 P was dearer in 13 of 14 | +8.3% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 165 | 90 sizes made in both | 123 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 18 tests, 2021 to 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Blizzak LM005 | Field | WinterContact TS 870 P |
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| 2024 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tyre Test | P5 of 10 | P3 of 10 | |
| 2024 All Season and Winter Tyre Test | P1 of 10 | P3 of 10 | |
| 2023/24 Tyre Reviews UHP Winter Tyre Test | P5 of 6 | P1 of 6 | |
| 2023 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | P8 of 10 | P1 of 10 | |
| 2023 Sport Auto Winter Tyre Test | P1 of 9 | P4 of 9 | |
| 2023 Sports Cars Winter Tyre Test | P5 of 11 | P3 of 11 | |
| 2023 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | P10 of 20 | P3 of 20 | |
| 2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test | P6 of 16 | P4 of 16 | |
| 2023 Tyre Reviews SUV Winter Tyre Test | P3 of 9 | P1 of 9 | |
| 2023 Winter Tyre Test 54 Set Braking Test | P1 of 54 | P7 of 54 | |
| 2023 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test | P1 of 11 | P3 of 11 | |
| 2023 AMS SUV Winter Tyre Test | P1 of 7 | P4 of 7 | |
| 2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tyre Test | P1 of 9 | P3 of 9 | |
| 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | P6 of 20 | P8 of 20 | |
| 2022 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | P4 of 10 | P2 of 10 | |
| 2022 Winter Tyre Market Overview | P1 of 56 | P2 of 56 | |
| 2022 AMS Winter Tyre Test | P4 of 8 | P1 of 8 | |
| 2021 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test | P4 of 9 | P1 of 9 |
Performance profile
32 measurements from the 18 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Blizzak LM005
WinterContact TS 870 P
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 95%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow.
Where each scores higher
Blizzak LM005
WinterContact TS 870 P
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Blizzak LM005
Not ahead in any category
WinterContact TS 870 P
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the Blizzak LM005 72% from 119 reviews and the WinterContact TS 870 P 84% from 35. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Blizzak LM005 scores 8.8 and the WinterContact TS 870 P 9.3 out of 10.
| Blizzak LM005 | Category | WinterContact TS 870 P | ||
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| 80 | Dry | 94 | ||
| 99 | Wet | 92 | ||
| 65 | Comfort | 81 | ||
| 46 | Value | 76 | ||
| 4 | Environment | 57 | ||
| 66 | Snow | 72 | ||
| 13 | Ice | 31 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Blizzak LM005 | Category | WinterContact TS 870 P | ||
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| 7.7 | Dry Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 8.3 | Wet Grip | 9.1 | ||
| 7.4 | Road Feedback | 8.1 | ||
| 7.2 | Handling | 8.7 | ||
| 5.9 | Wear | 8.6 | ||
| 7.4 | Comfort | 8.8 | ||
| 7.3 | Snow Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 6.3 | Ice Grip | 7.6 | ||
Owners rate the Blizzak LM005 72% from 119 reviews and the WinterContact TS 870 P 84% from 35. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
- 72%from 119 reviews
- 57%would buy again
- 1,217,827 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners most often praise the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 for its wet grip, and dry grip also attracts favourable comments. Snow traction divides opinion, with around three in ten owners praising it and almost one in four criticising it. Around a third report rapid tread wear, while roughly one in nine say grip deteriorates as the tyre wears. About one in ten complain of uneven wear. Opinions on road noise are mixed, while ride comfort generally earns praise from those who mention it.
- Strong wet grip
- Good dry grip
- Comfortable ride
- Short tread life
- Grip deteriorating with wear
- Uneven tread wear
Summarised by AI from 107 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 119 Blizzak LM005 reviewsIt turned out to be a very good winter tire. There are much better tires out there, but this is a premium tire that's worth the price.
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
- 84%from 35 reviews
- 84%would buy again
- 315,700 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P highly, with an average score of 85% across 30 reviews. Dry and wet grip draw consistent praise, as do low road noise and ride comfort. Snow traction earns more praise than criticism, although around one in seven owners report shortcomings. Views on ice grip are also divided, with a similar proportion critical. Several mid-life and end-of-life owners report good tread life, while the two repeat reviewers maintained similarly high scores at mid-life.
- Strong dry grip
- Strong wet grip
- Low road noise
- Comfortable ride
- Mixed grip on ice
Summarised by AI from 30 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 35 WinterContact TS 870 P reviewsExcelent tyres for dry, wet and snow. Only concern was when experiancing black ice once. Just slid past my house one time.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 165 sizes of the Blizzak LM005 and 123 of the WinterContact TS 870 P, 90 of them made in both.
| Category | Blizzak LM005 | WinterContact TS 870 P |
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| Season | Winter | Winter |
| Sizes made | 165 sizes, 14 to 22 inch | 123 sizes, 16 to 23 inch |
| Made in both | 90 sizes 205/60 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16215/70 R16225/55 R16205/45 R17205/50 R17205/55 R17205/60 R17215/50 R17215/55 R17215/60 R17and 78 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A89%B11% | B99%C1% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C78%B17%D5% | C61%B37%D1% |
| EU label noise | 70-75 dB B99%A1% | 70-75 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 394 of 394 | 223 of 223 |
| On the market since | 2019 | 2021 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO (2013) | Continental WinterContact TS 850 P (2014) |
| Replaced by | Bridgestone Blizzak 6 | - |
| Awards |
Tyre Reviews awards
Recommended 2023/24 Tyre Reviews UHP Winter Tyre Test
Test Winner 2023 Tyre Reviews SUV Winter Tyre Test
Test Winner 2022/23 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test
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Tyre Reviews awards
Highly Recommended The BEST Winter Tyres for 2026/27
Recommended The BEST Performance Winter Tyres for 2024 / 2025
Highly Recommended 2023/24 Tyre Reviews UHP Winter Tyre Test
Highly Recommended 2023 Tyre Reviews SUV Winter Tyre Test
Test Winner 2021 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test
Rated by other publications
Test Winner 2
Highly Recommended 4
Recommended 2
Third-party awards
Highly Recommended: Best Winter SUV Tyre (DriverReviews, 2025/26)
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| Price in the shared tests | The WinterContact TS 870 P was the dearer tyre in 13 of the 14 tests that listed prices, by 8.3% on average. Each test priced the tyres in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Prices by size
Lowest price per tyre at our partner shops, including delivery, in the sizes both are made in.
| Size | Blizzak LM005 | WinterContact TS 870 P |
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| 205/60 R16 | ||
| 215/60 R16 | ||
| 215/65 R16 | ||
| 215/70 R16 | ||
| 225/55 R16 | ||
| 205/45 R17 | ||
| 205/50 R17 | ||
| 205/55 R17 | ||
| 205/60 R17 | ||
| 215/50 R17 | ||
| 215/55 R17 | ||
| 215/60 R17 |
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Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pitches two top European winter staples with different briefs: Bridgestone's Blizzak LM005, a premium-touring winter tyre famed for wet grip, versus Continental's WinterContact TS 870 P, an ultra-high-performance winter tyre engineered for broad-spectrum balance and efficiency. Across 18 shared tests, both repeatedly finished near the front, but they got there by different routes.
Expect the Bridgestone to dominate anything wet: it wins wet braking in all shared tests, frequently by meaningful margins (often 4-10%), and it regularly tops wet handling and aquaplaning. The Continental counters with shorter dry stops, lower rolling resistance, lower noise, and stronger subjective balance, plus generally better snow lateral performance. Pricing often favors the Bridgestone, while ownership costs (wear and fuel) lean Continental.
Blizzak LM005 vs WinterContact TS 870 P: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 or the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P the better tyre?
In the 18 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P finished ahead 10 times and the Blizzak LM005 8 times. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Blizzak LM005 scores 8.8 and the WinterContact TS 870 P 9.3 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Blizzak LM005 or the WinterContact TS 870 P?
The Blizzak LM005 led 65 of the 78 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 5.3% shorter in the wet across 18 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The WinterContact TS 870 P led 22 of the 34 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.8% shorter in the dry across 16 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The WinterContact TS 870 P led 39 of the 65 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it averaged a 1.2% higher speed on the snow handling course across 10 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The WinterContact TS 870 P lasted 18.1% longer in the wear tests (4 tests) and had 4.4% lower rolling resistance (15 tests). Owners rate wear 5.9/10 for the Blizzak LM005 and 8.6/10 for the WinterContact TS 870 P.
Which sheds less rubber as it wears?
The WinterContact TS 870 P shed 14.5% less rubber in the abrasion test (1 test). Abrasion tests measure the rubber a tyre sheds as it wears.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The WinterContact TS 870 P was 0.5 dB quieter (15 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.4/10 for the Blizzak LM005 and 8.8/10 for the WinterContact TS 870 P.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Blizzak LM005 72% from 119 reviews and the WinterContact TS 870 P 84% from 35. 57% of Blizzak LM005 owners would buy it again, against 84% for the WinterContact TS 870 P.
Which is more expensive?
In the 14 tests that listed prices, the WinterContact TS 870 P was the dearer tyre in 13 of them, by 8.3% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Blizzak LM005 is made in 165 sizes (14 to 22 inch) and the WinterContact TS 870 P in 123 (16 to 23 inch). 90 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Blizzak LM005 is graded A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the WinterContact TS 870 P B and C.
Which is the newer tyre?
The WinterContact TS 870 P is the newer design: it reached the market in 2021, the Blizzak LM005 in 2019. The Blizzak LM005 replaced the Bridgestone Blizzak LM80 EVO. The WinterContact TS 870 P replaced the Continental WinterContact TS 850 P.
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Bridgestone Blizzak 6 vs Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
5-10 in 16 shared tests
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 vs Continental WinterContact TS 870
4-6 in 11 shared tests
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P vs Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
1-2 in 4 shared tests
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 vs Hankook Winter i cept evo3
8-5 in 14 shared tests
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P vs Hankook Winter i cept evo3
13-3 in 17 shared tests
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Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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The Tyre Reviews Score rates each tyre out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tyres can be compared even before a test has run them together.
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Every test published as a Tyre Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tyres independently since 2007.
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