Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 vs Vredestein Wintrac Pro
Recent tests underline the pattern. The LM005 frequently tops overall rankings thanks to class-leading wet braking/handling and strong aquaplaning resistance. The Wintrac Pro sprinkles in test wins and podiums by offering precise steering on dry roads, solid snow dynamics, and standout value and wear in certain UHP sizes. The trade-offs? Bridgestone can run long in dry braking and shows variable wear in some tests; Vredestein gives up notable wet braking distance and rolling efficiency to the Bridgestone.
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 thirty-one tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 | twenty-two | |
| Vredestein Wintrac Pro | eight | |
| one draws in one tests | ||
While it might look like the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 is better than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro 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 handling; consistent aquaplaning resistance
- Generally strong snow braking/traction with balanced, easy control
- Low rolling resistance versus peers; often best-in-group
- High comfort and low noise scores in multiple tests
- Competitive dry performance with precise, sporty steering
- Good value: lower purchase price and often better cost per 1000 km
- Solid snow agility and short snow braking in several tests
- In some UHP sizes, markedly better wear and lower abrasion
Dry Braking
Looking at data from twenty-three tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during thirteen dry braking tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro stopped the vehicle in 0.79% less distance than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Dry Braking: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during five dry handling [s] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 0.56% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from sixteen tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during thirteen dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 0.86% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during four subj. dry handling tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scored 3.94% more points than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from twenty-seven tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during twenty-five wet braking tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 stopped the vehicle in 5.66% less distance than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Wet Braking: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Braking - Cool
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one wet braking - cool tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 stopped the vehicle in 2.85% less distance than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Wet Braking - Cool: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Braking - Worn
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one wet braking - worn tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 stopped the vehicle in 0.61% less distance than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Wet Braking - Worn: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during five wet handling [s] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 1.8% faster around a wet lap than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from sixteen tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during eleven wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 0.92% faster around a wet lap than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during four subj. wet handling tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scored 11.28% more points than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 had 1.09% higher lateral wet grip than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Wet Circle: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from twenty-three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during nineteen straight aqua tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 floated at a 2.54% higher speed than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Straight Aqua: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from sixteen tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during fourteen curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 slipped out at a 9.28% higher speed than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from twenty-seven tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during eighteen snow braking tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 stopped the vehicle in 1.43% less distance than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Snow Braking: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during three snow traction tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 accelerated 2.74% faster than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Snow Traction: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from eighteen tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during nine snow traction tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 had 0.07% better snow traction than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Snow Traction: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during four snow handling [s] tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was 0.81% faster around a lap than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from sixteen tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during nine snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was 0.22% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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Subj. Snow Handling
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during four subj. snow handling tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scored 2.95% more points than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Circle
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one snow circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 provided 0.52% more lateral grip than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Snow Circle: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during five snow slalom tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was 0.84% faster through a slalom than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Snow Slalom: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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Ice Braking
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during one ice braking tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro stopped the vehicle 11.76% shorter than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Ice Braking: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during four subj. comfort tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 scored 8.64% more points than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Noise
Looking at data from twenty-one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during fifteen noise tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 measured 0.69% quieter than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
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 0.43% quieter than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Noise: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Wear
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during two wear tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro is predicted to cover 9.09% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Wear: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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Value
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during six value tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro proved to have a 11.92% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Value: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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Price
Looking at data from eighteen tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during seventeen price tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro cost 10.08% less than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Price: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
See how the Price winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from twenty-two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during twenty-one rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 had a 10.68% lower rolling resistance than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 used 1.72% less fuel than the Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Vredestein Wintrac Pro emitted 34.31% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Blizzak LM005.
Best In Abrasion: Vredestein Wintrac Pro
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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%
Vredestein Wintrac Pro Driver Reviews
Most drivers report the Vredestein Wintrac Pro delivers excellent wet and dry grip with confident handling and strong snow performance, often rivaling summer tyres for steering feel while remaining quiet and comfortable. A minority note weaknesses on ice and some increased rolling resistance/fuel use, with occasional soft sidewall feel on powerful cars; overall sentiment is strongly positive given high scores and frequent praise for wear and value.
Based on 29 reviews with an average rating of 87%
Conclusion
The Wintrac Pro suits drivers prioritizing price-to-performance, sportier dry feel, and in some sizes, better tread life. It can edge the LM005 in dry braking and occasionally in snow agility, but it typically trails by meaningful margins in wet braking and aquaplaning and has higher rolling resistance. For milder winters with fewer wet extremes, or where budget and longevity matter more, it's a compelling alternative.
Key Differences
- Wet braking gap: LM005 commonly stops 7-14% shorter; a safety-critical margin
- Aquaplaning: LM005 usually superior in straight and curved tests
- Dry braking: Wintrac Pro often shorter; LM005 can be extended on dry
- Snow balance: LM005 stronger in braking/traction; Wintrac Pro can feel sportier in handling
- Efficiency: LM005 consistently lower rolling resistance; Wintrac Pro higher
- Value and wear: Wintrac Pro typically cheaper and can wear slower in UHP sizes; LM005 pricing higher with mixed wear outcomes
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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