Bridgestone Blizzak 6 vs Hankook Winter i cept evo3
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 88% · 9
- TR Score
- 9.2/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 23
In the 6 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 finished ahead 6 times and the Winter i cept evo3 not once. The Blizzak 6 stopped 3.5% shorter in the wet; the Winter i cept evo3 held 16.6% more grip in curved aquaplaning.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 if you prioritize maximum confidence in cold wet conditions (wet braking/cornering), a quieter ride, and strong all-round safety. Choose the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 if you want sharper dry-road winter performance and strong aquaplaning security at a better price-especially if projected mileage and running costs matter more than ultimate wet-stop performance.
Where the Blizzak 6 is stronger
- Consistently shorter wet braking across tests (e.g., 32.3 m vs 32.9 m in ADAC; 54.7 m vs 55.6 m in AutoBild)
- Strong wet lateral grip/wet circle results where reported, translating to stable cornering in cold rain
- Very strong winter braking including ice (ADAC: 16.2 m vs 17.4 m) and generally reliable snow braking
Where the Winter i cept evo3 is stronger
- Repeated edge in dry braking (wins 4/4 shared dry-braking results, even if margins are often small)
- Often strong aquaplaning performance, especially in curved aquaplaning in the shared tests
- Competitive snow capability with a sporty feel noted on powerful cars, plus strong value positioning in AutoBild
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 Winter i cept evo3 at a glance
| Category | Blizzak 6 | Gap | Winter i cept evo3 |
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| Shared tests won6 shared tests | 6 | 0 | |
| Dry9 measurements | 3 | 6 | |
| Wet24 measurements | 12 | The Blizzak 6 stopped 3.5% shorter in the wet (6 tests) | 11 |
| Snow18 measurements | 12 | The Blizzak 6 stopped 0.5% shorter on snow (6 tests) | 5 |
| Ice1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Comfort7 measurements | 4 | The Blizzak 6 was 1.5 dB quieter (5 tests) | 1 |
| Value8 measurements | 5 | The Blizzak 6 had 5.5% lower rolling resistance (4 tests) | 3 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Blizzak 6 by 0.2 | 9.2/10 |
| Owner rating9 and 23 reviews | 88% | The Blizzak 6 by 2 points | 86% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 75% | The Winter i cept evo3 by 16 points | 91% |
| Pricein the 6 tests that listed prices | +17.7% | The Blizzak 6 was dearer in 5 of 6 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 193 | 72 sizes made in both | 86 |
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 6 tests, 2024 to 2026
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 | Winter i cept evo3 |
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| 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test | P2 of 12 | P8 of 12 | |
| 2025 High Performance Winter Tire Test | P2 of 6 | P4 of 6 | |
| 2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test | P3 of 20 | P6 of 20 | |
| 2025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets! | P6 of 51 | P14 of 51 | |
| 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test | P3 of 31 | P4 of 31 | |
| 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test | P4 of 12 | P5 of 12 |
Performance profile
16 measurements from the 6 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Blizzak 6
Winter i cept evo3
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 96%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 4 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Blizzak 6
Winter i cept evo3
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
Winter i cept evo3
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the Winter i cept evo3 86% from 23. 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.
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| 143 | 0.4% | 142 | 1-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 68.5 | 0.7% | 68 | 2-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 130 | 3.5% | 136 | 5-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 120 | 2.7% | 123 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 48.5 | 0.8% | 48.1 | 2-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.5 | 0.9% | 12.3 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 14.13 | 1.4% | 14.33 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 48.3 | 2.5% | 49.6 | 1-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 7.5 | 16.6% | 8.7 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 76 | 0.5% | 76 | 5-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 369 | 0.3% | 367 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 41.1 | 0.2% | 41 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12 | 0.5% | 11.9 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 53 | 6.9% | 57 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 71.92 | 1.5 dB | 73.44 | 4-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 34,393 | 11.7% | 38,631 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8.08 | 5.5% | 8.57 | 4-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.8 | 1.7% | 5.7 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 62 | 9.7% | 56 | 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 Winter i cept evo3 9.2 out of 10.
| Blizzak 6 | Category | Winter i cept evo3 | ||
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| 84 | Dry | 77 | ||
| 92 | Wet | 89 | ||
| 49 | Comfort | 11 | ||
| 67 | Value | 57 | ||
| 74 | Snow | 68 | ||
| 61 | Ice | 63 | ||
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 | Winter i cept evo3 | ||
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| 9.2 | Dry Grip | 9 | ||
| 9.2 | Wet Grip | 9 | ||
| 8.7 | Road Feedback | 7.8 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 8.4 | ||
| 8.3 | Wear | 8.8 | ||
| 8.6 | Comfort | 7.8 | ||
| 9.1 | Snow Grip | 9.4 | ||
| 9.1 | Ice Grip | 8.5 | ||
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the Winter i cept evo3 86% from 23. 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.
Hankook Winter i cept evo3
- 86%from 23 reviews
- 91%would buy again
- 164,670 milesdriven by reviewers
Across 20 reviews, the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 is described as a highly confidence-inspiring winter tire with standout traction in snow and strong, predictable grip in wet conditions (often praised for stability and aquaplaning resistance). Many drivers also report good dry-road handling for a winter tire and consider it excellent value versus premium brands. A smaller minority mention increased road noise or a firmer/less comfortable ride compared with their summer tires, but this is not the dominant experience.
- Excellent snow traction and confidence in winter conditions
- Strong wet grip and high aquaplaning resistance
- Stable, predictable handling and good road feedback
- Good comfort and generally low noise for a winter tire
- Some users find it noisier than summer tires or typical winter tire buzzing
Summarised by AI from 20 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 23 Winter i cept evo3 reviewsI used these Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 tires for 4 full winter seasons on a Jeep Compass 2.0 Multijet 4x4. They lasted for roughly 5,500 miles (around 8,900 km). The grip held up exceptionally well as they wore down, providing consistent traction and stability for an AWD SUV in various winter conditions. They offer great value and reliable performance, and I would absolutely buy them again.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 193 sizes of the Blizzak 6 and 86 of the Winter i cept evo3, 72 of them made in both.
| Category | Blizzak 6 | Winter i cept evo3 |
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| Season | Winter | Winter |
| Sizes made | 193 sizes, 16 to 22 inch | 86 sizes, 17 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 72 sizes 215/60 R17225/60 R17235/45 R17235/50 R17245/40 R17245/45 R17245/55 R17205/40 R18215/40 R18215/45 R18215/50 R18215/55 R18and 60 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B100% | B98%C1%D1% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C75%B25% | C57%D42%B1% |
| EU label noise | 70-75 dB B87%A13% | 70-75 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 275 of 275 | 124 of 124 |
| On the market since | - | 2021 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 (2019) | Hankook Winter i cept evo2 |
| Price in the shared tests | The Blizzak 6 was the dearer tire in 5 of the 6 tests that listed prices, by 17.7% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
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 Hankook Winter i cept evo3 (14 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.
This is an interesting head-to-head because these two winter tires aim at slightly different buyer priorities: the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 leans premium-touring and “wet-cold confidence,” while the Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 is positioned as an ultra-high-performance winter option that often feels happiest on more powerful, sportier cars.
Across five shared professional tests in multiple sizes (225/40 R18, 245/45 R18 SUV, 275/35 R19), the consistent story is not that one tire dominates everything-but that they trade blows by discipline. Hankook repeatedly shows an edge on dry asphalt (especially braking), while Bridgestone is repeatedly stronger where winter driving most often gets risky in Central European climates: cold wet braking and overall wet composure. Add in comfort/efficiency metrics and price, and the decision becomes a clear “conditions and priorities” choice rather than a simple brand preference.
Conclusion
Looking across the shared tests, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 comes out as the more consistently “safe and polished” winter tire, mainly because it repeatedly shortens wet braking distances (e.g., 31.7 m vs 32.2 m in the 275/35 R19 test; 54.7 m vs 55.6 m in AutoBild 225/40 R18; 32.3 m vs 32.9 m in ADAC) and also leads on wet cornering measures like wet circle (where reported) while staying quieter and more energy-efficient (rolling resistance wins in multiple tests). It also posts strong winter braking, including a notable advantage on ice in ADAC (16.2 m vs 17.4 m). The trade-off is that it's not the sharpest option in dry braking-Hankook wins dry braking in 4/4 shared results, albeit often by very small margins.
The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 is the better “dry-road winter performance” pick and often excels in aquaplaning resistance, particularly in curved aquaplaning (large advantages reported in the 275/35 R19 test). It can also be excellent value-AutoBild's value metric strongly favors Hankook (9.24 vs 11.32 price/1000), and ADAC projects very high mileage for Hankook (72,400 km vs 57,700 km). However, multiple write-ups and measurements point to a less refined everyday experience (more noise/comfort compromises) and slightly longer wet braking than the top wet specialists-exactly the area that most often separates good from great winter tires in real mixed conditions.
Practical takeaway: if your winter is mostly cold rain, slush, and variable grip, the Blizzak 6's wet-braking bias and calmer, quieter demeanor make it the safer “set and forget” choice. If you want strong dry-road manners and aquaplaning security at a typically better price-and you regularly see snow-Hankook remains a very smart performance/value winter option, with the caveat that it doesn't feel quite as polished and can give up a bit of wet-stop security versus Bridgestone.
Blizzak 6 vs Winter i cept evo3: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 or the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 the better tire?
In the 6 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 finished ahead 6 times and the Winter i cept evo3 not once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Blizzak 6 scores 9.4 and the Winter i cept evo3 9.2 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Blizzak 6 or the Winter i cept evo3?
The Blizzak 6 led 12 of the 24 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3.5% shorter in the wet across 6 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Winter i cept evo3 led 6 of the 9 dry measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is better in snow?
The Blizzak 6 led 12 of the 18 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 0.5% shorter on snow across 6 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Blizzak 6 had 5.5% lower rolling resistance (4 tests). Owners rate wear 8.3/10 for the Blizzak 6 and 8.8/10 for the Winter i cept evo3.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Blizzak 6 was 1.5 dB quieter (5 tests). Owners rate comfort 8.6/10 for the Blizzak 6 and 7.8/10 for the Winter i cept evo3.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the Winter i cept evo3 86% from 23. 75% of Blizzak 6 owners would buy it again, against 91% for the Winter i cept evo3.
Which is more expensive?
In the 6 tests that listed prices, the Blizzak 6 was the dearer tire in 5 of them, by 17.7% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Blizzak 6 is made in 193 sizes (16 to 22 inch) and the Winter i cept evo3 in 86 (17 to 22 inch). 72 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 Winter i cept evo3 B and C.
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