Bridgestone Blizzak 6 vs Michelin Alpin 6
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 88% · 9
- TR Score
- 9.1/10
- Owners say
- 85% · 35
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 finished ahead 2 times and the Alpin 6 not once. The Blizzak 6 stopped 4.5% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Bridgestone Blizzak 6 for the highest safety margins in wet and snowy conditions and a more agile feel. Choose Michelin Alpin 6 if you drive high annual mileage, value quieter rides and fuel efficiency, and want lower total cost of ownership while retaining strong all-round winter performance.
Where the Blizzak 6 is stronger
- Best-in-class wet braking and strong wet handling/aquaplaning resistance
- Consistently short snow braking with strong traction and stability
- Sporty, confidence-inspiring handling across conditions
Where the Alpin 6 is stronger
- Very high mileage (+~14% vs Blizzak 6 in test)
- Low rolling resistance for better efficiency and emissions
- Lower exterior noise and good overall comfort
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 6 vs Alpin 6 at a glance
| Category | Blizzak 6 | Gap | Alpin 6 |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 2 | 0 | |
| Dry2 measurements | 1 | Level between the two. | 1 |
| Wet6 measurements | 6 | The Blizzak 6 stopped 4.5% shorter in the wet (2 tests) | 0 |
| Snow5 measurements | 5 | 0 | |
| Comfort1 measurement | 0 | 1 | |
| Value2 measurements | 0 | 2 | |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Blizzak 6 by 0.3 | 9.1/10 |
| Owner rating9 and 35 reviews | 88% | The Blizzak 6 by 3 points | 85% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 75% | Too close to call | 76% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 193 | 30 sizes made in both | 42 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire 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 2 tests in 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tires 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 6 | Field | Alpin 6 |
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| 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test | P4 of 20 | P5 of 20 | |
| 2024 Winter 55 Tire Braking Test | P1 of 55 | P5 of 55 |
Performance profile
14 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Blizzak 6
Alpin 6
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft 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 6
Alpin 6
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Blizzak 6
Alpin 6
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the Alpin 6 85% 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 tires 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.
| Measurement | Blizzak 6 | Gap | Alpin 6 | Wins | ||||||||
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| 145 | 0.2% | 144 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 68.5 | 0.9% | 67.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 145 | 4.5% | 152 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 47.2 | 1.3% | 46.6 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 12.26 | 2.1% | 12.52 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 50.3 | 3.2% | 48.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 10.5 | 1.3% | 10.4 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 97 | 0.3% | 97 | 2-0 | |||||||||
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| 565 | 1.2% | 558 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 36.8 | 0.9% | 36.5 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 10.7 | 2.8% | 10.4 | 1-0 | |||||||||
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| 72.3 | 0.9 dB | 71.4 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 27,527 | 14% | 31,379 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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| 8.77 | 7.6% | 8.1 | 0-1 | |||||||||
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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 tires 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 Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Blizzak 6 scores 9.4 and the Alpin 6 9.1 out of 10.
| Blizzak 6 | Category | Alpin 6 | ||
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| 84 | Dry | 68 | ||
| 92 | Wet | 88 | ||
| 49 | Comfort | 56 | ||
| 67 | Value | 67 | ||
| 74 | Snow | 59 | ||
| 61 | Ice | 43 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Blizzak 6 | Category | Alpin 6 | ||
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| 9.2 | Dry Grip | 8.9 | ||
| 9.2 | Wet Grip | 9.1 | ||
| 8.7 | Road Feedback | 8.5 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 8.4 | ||
| 8.3 | Wear | 8.7 | ||
| 8.6 | Comfort | 9 | ||
| 9.1 | Snow Grip | 8.1 | ||
| 9.1 | Ice Grip | 7.3 | ||
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the Alpin 6 85% from 35. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
- 88%from 9 reviews
- 75%would buy again
- 75,369 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers report the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 delivers excellent winter performance, with strong grip on snow and ice and confident climbing and cornering in cold, mountain conditions. Multiple reviewers describe it as very stable and among the best winter tires they've used. Overall sentiment is strongly positive across all reviews.
- Strong grip on snow and ice
- Confident traction in cold/mountain conditions
- Stable, secure feel
- High overall satisfaction as a winter tire
Summarised by AI from 5 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 9 Blizzak 6 reviewsI might be one of the first people to buy Bridgestone winter tires and I've never regretted it. I used them for 2 years, and now I'm thinking of switching to all-season tires, so I'll be looking for other options. After 40,000 km, the insides of the rear tires wore out; I think it's related to the alignment and balance, so I'll be replacing them.
Michelin Alpin 6
- 85%from 35 reviews
- 76%would buy again
- 257,110 milesdriven by reviewers
Across 30 reviews, the Michelin Alpin 6 is most often praised for strong dry and especially wet-road grip, high comfort, and generally low noise, with many drivers highlighting excellent longevity and slow wear over multiple seasons. Most users describe it as a confidence-inspiring winter tire for cold, wet, and highway driving. The main recurring complaint is that snow and ice performance can be only average (and for some, notably weak in braking/traction and lateral stability), making it feel better suited to mild winters than frequent deep-snow conditions.
- Strong wet grip and wet-road stability (including aquaplaning resistance)
- Good dry/cold grip and confident roadholding
- High comfort/ride quality
- Long tread life / excellent wear resistance
- Mixed to weak snow/ice performance for a notable share of drivers (traction/braking/lateral stability), better suited to mild-winter conditions
Summarised by AI from 30 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 35 Alpin 6 reviewsAfter 6 years and ~37.000km of use, the tire still looks good, has a usable tread left. From the beginning till now it performance excellent in dry and wet conditions. Yesterday I've covert 300km of motorway in a very strong storm and they felt really good on a tarmac that was soaked.
On the other hand, the tire really disappointed on snow covered roads. We live in the mountains and when the roads are covered with snow, the tire loses traction very easily uphill.
So, the tire is really great if you live in areas that don't see a lot of snow.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 193 sizes of the Blizzak 6 and 42 of the Alpin 6, 30 of them made in both.
| Category | Blizzak 6 | Alpin 6 |
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| Season | Winter | Winter |
| Sizes made | 193 sizes, 16 to 22 inch | 42 sizes, 15 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 30 sizes 185/50 R16195/45 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/45 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16225/55 R16and 18 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B100% | B100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C75%B25% | C74%D26% |
| EU label noise | 70-75 dB B87%A13% | 69 dB A90%B10% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 275 of 275 | 72 of 72 |
| On the market since | - | 2018 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 (2019) | Michelin Alpin 5 (2014) |
| Awards | - | Winner: Best Winter Tires (DriverReviews, 2024/25) |
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.
Previous generation: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 vs Michelin Alpin 6 (24 shared tests)
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.
Bridgestone's new Blizzak 6 and Michelin's Alpin 6 square off as premium touring winter tires for passenger cars, but they take different paths to excellence. Across two shared 2024 tests, the Blizzak 6 consistently asserted dynamic control-topping the 55-tire braking shootout and edging the Auto Bild field in most safety-critical metrics.
Michelin counters with classic long-haul strengths: top-tier mileage, low rolling resistance, and lower cabin noise. The Alpin 6 narrowly wins dry braking and delivers notable ownership value despite a higher purchase price, underscored by its Green Tire 2024/25 credential.
Conclusion
If you prioritize outright safety margins-especially in wet and snow-the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 is the clear performer. It stops shorter in the wet by around 4-5%, leads aquaplaning resistance, and is fractionally stronger on snow and handling, placing 1st/55 in the braking test and 4th overall at Auto Bild.
For drivers focused on cost of ownership, comfort, and efficiency, the Michelin Alpin 6 makes a compelling case. It delivers roughly 14% higher projected mileage, lower rolling resistance, and slightly less noise, while staying highly competitive in all-weather performance. In short: Blizzak 6 for maximum safety and sporty control; Alpin 6 for long-life, quieter, and greener motoring without big performance compromises.
Blizzak 6 vs Alpin 6: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 or the Michelin Alpin 6 the better tire?
In the 2 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 finished ahead 2 times and the Alpin 6 not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Blizzak 6 scores 9.4 and the Alpin 6 9.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Blizzak 6 or the Alpin 6?
The Blizzak 6 led 6 of the 6 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 4.5% shorter in the wet across 2 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
Across the shared tests the dry measurements are split 1-1 between the Blizzak 6 and the Alpin 6.
Which is better in snow?
The Blizzak 6 led 5 of the 5 snow measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.6/10 for the Blizzak 6 and 9/10 for the Alpin 6.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the Alpin 6 85% from 35. 75% of Blizzak 6 owners would buy it again, against 76% for the Alpin 6.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Blizzak 6 is made in 193 sizes (16 to 22 inch) and the Alpin 6 in 42 (15 to 20 inch). 30 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Blizzak 6 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Alpin 6 B and C.
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