Bridgestone Blizzak 6 vs Uniroyal WinterExpert
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 88% · 9
- TR Score
- 7.8/10
- Owners say
- 76% · 7
In the 5 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 finished ahead 4 times and the WinterExpert once. The Blizzak 6 lasted 5.7% longer in the wear tests; the WinterExpert had 9.1% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Bridgestone Blizzak 6 if you want maximum safety margins, sharper handling, and long life-ideal for spirited or mixed-condition winter driving. Choose Uniroyal WinterExpert if you prioritize lower running costs and solid all-round security at a friendlier price, especially for high-mileage commuting.
Where the Blizzak 6 is stronger
- Class-leading balance with sporty, precise steering on dry and wet
- Consistently strong snow performance, especially traction and handling
- Top-tier wear and low abrasion for high mileage
Where the WinterExpert is stronger
- Exceptionally low rolling resistance for fuel savings
- Compelling value with lower purchase price
- Competent wet braking in several tests
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 WinterExpert at a glance
| Category | Blizzak 6 | Gap | WinterExpert |
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| Shared tests won5 shared tests | 4 | 1 | |
| Dry5 measurements | 4 | The Blizzak 6 stopped 0.7% shorter in the dry (3 tests) | 0 |
| Wet16 measurements | 11 | The Blizzak 6 stopped 1.5% shorter in the wet (5 tests) | 4 |
| Snow12 measurements | 10 | The Blizzak 6 stopped 0.9% shorter on snow (5 tests) | 2 |
| Ice1 measurement | 1 | 0 | |
| Comfort4 measurements | 2 | Level between the two. | 2 |
| Value7 measurements | 3 | Level between the two. | 3 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Blizzak 6 by 1.6 | 7.8/10 |
| Owner rating9 and 7 reviews | 88% | The Blizzak 6 by 12 points | 76% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 75% | The Blizzak 6 by 4 points | 71% |
| Pricein the 4 tests that listed prices | +31.2% | The Blizzak 6 was dearer in 4 of 4 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 193 | 65 sizes made in both | 90 |
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 5 tests, 2024 to 2025
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 | WinterExpert |
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| 2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test | P3 of 20 | P8 of 20 | |
| 2025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets! | P6 of 51 | P5 of 51 | |
| 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test | P3 of 31 | P11 of 31 | |
| 2024 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test | P4 of 20 | P9 of 20 | |
| 2024 Winter 55 Tire Braking Test | P1 of 55 | P7 of 55 |
Performance profile
14 measurements from the 5 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Blizzak 6
WinterExpert
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. 6 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Blizzak 6
WinterExpert
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
WinterExpert
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the WinterExpert 76% from 7. 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 | WinterExpert | Wins | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| 145 | 0.7% | 146 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 70.6 | 1% | 69.8 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 138 | 1.5% | 140 | 3-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 120 | 4.2% | 125 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 48.8 | 1.3% | 48.2 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 6.5 | 11.5% | 5.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.36 | 0.2% | 12.38 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 48.1 | 1.9% | 47.2 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 9.3 | 0.3% | 9.4 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 82 | 0.9% | 83 | 3-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 392 | 2.3% | 382 | 3-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 36.6 | 1.7% | 36 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 10.1 | 4.3% | 9.7 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 53 | 6.9% | 57 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 9% | scored | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 70.5 | 0.1 dB | 70.57 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 32,104 | 5.7% | 30,290 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8.66 | 9.1% | 7.87 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.8 | = | 5.8 | 0-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| 62 | 10.1% | 69 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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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 WinterExpert 7.8 out of 10.
| Blizzak 6 | Category | WinterExpert | ||
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| 84 | Dry | 35 | ||
| 92 | Wet | 70 | ||
| 49 | Comfort | 40 | ||
| 67 | Value | 69 | ||
| 74 | Snow | 65 | ||
| 61 | Ice | 19 | ||
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 | WinterExpert | ||
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| 9.2 | Dry Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 9.2 | Wet Grip | 9 | ||
| 8.7 | Road Feedback | 7.3 | ||
| 8.9 | Handling | 7.4 | ||
| 8.3 | Wear | 7.8 | ||
| 8.6 | Comfort | 7.4 | ||
| 9.1 | Snow Grip | 7.2 | ||
| 9.1 | Ice Grip | 6 | ||
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the WinterExpert 76% from 7. 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.
Uniroyal WinterExpert
- 76%from 7 reviews
- 71%would buy again
- 59,000 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally report the Uniroyal WinterExpert performs strongly in wet conditions, with confident rain performance and good grip on wet and dry roads. Snow capability is usually described as good, though one reviewer felt it lagged behind a previous winter tire on snow/ice and questioned value for money. A recurring downside is higher noise typical of winter tires, while fuel economy and predictable, responsive handling are noted positives.
- strong wet grip and rain performance (hydroplaning resistance)
- good overall grip on dry and wet roads
- capable winter performance for normal/calm driving (including snow)
- predictable/controlled handling and responsive steering feel
- tends to be noisier than expected, especially at low-speed maneuvers
Summarised by AI from 6 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 7 WinterExpert reviewsTires that I had before was Hankook winter I-cept 2 much beter tires than this uniroyal when it comes to snow and ice driving, driving comfort are about the same, driving on wet roads uniroyal is realy good, beter than hankook, handling is ok and noise level beter than advertised. overall I will not spend that kind of money on uniroyal anymore.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 193 sizes of the Blizzak 6 and 90 of the WinterExpert, 65 of them made in both.
| Category | Blizzak 6 | WinterExpert |
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| Season | Winter | Winter |
| Sizes made | 193 sizes, 16 to 22 inch | 90 sizes, 13 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 65 sizes 185/55 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16215/65 R16215/70 R16225/55 R16205/45 R17and 53 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B100% | C79%B21% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C75%B25% | C64%D30%B6% |
| EU label noise | 70-75 dB B87%A13% | 71-73 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 275 of 275 | 121 of 121 |
| On the market since | - | 2021 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 (2019) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The Blizzak 6 was the dearer tire in 4 of the 4 tests that listed prices, by 31.2% 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.
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 pits two premium-touring winter tires with different priorities: Bridgestone's Blizzak 6, a sporty, high-grip option with standout longevity, versus Uniroyal's WinterExpert, an efficiency-focused all-rounder known for low rolling resistance and value. Across five shared tests in 205/55 R16 and 225/40 R18, both deliver safe winter capability, but they trade blows in distinct areas.
The Blizzak 6 consistently finishes higher overall (top-3 in major 2024-2025 tests) and establishes small-but-repeatable advantages in dry precision, wet control, snow traction, and wear. The WinterExpert counters with class-leading rolling resistance and stronger value, plus competitive wet braking in some rounds. Drivers choosing between them will be weighing dynamic security and mileage against lower running costs and purchase price.
Conclusion
The data shows a clear edge for the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 in core safety and performance metrics: shorter or equal braking on most surfaces, better wet handling consistency, higher snow traction, and the strongest wear results (circa 8-11% advantage in key tests). Its steering precision and balance make it feel more secure at the limit, which explains its higher overall rankings. The trade-off is price and slightly higher rolling resistance.
Uniroyal's WinterExpert is a smart, budget-conscious choice. It posts competitive wet braking in two of the big braking tests, keeps fuel consumption low thanks to notably reduced rolling resistance, and usually undercuts on price-meaning lower total cost for high-mileage drivers. Its main compromises are moderate dry precision and only satisfactory snow/ice handling margins in stricter evaluations. If maximum grip headroom and longevity matter, pick the Blizzak 6; if operating cost and decent all-round security are the priority, the WinterExpert makes strong sense.
Blizzak 6 vs WinterExpert: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 or the Uniroyal WinterExpert the better tire?
In the 5 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 finished ahead 4 times and the WinterExpert once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Blizzak 6 scores 9.4 and the WinterExpert 7.8 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Blizzak 6 or the WinterExpert?
The Blizzak 6 led 11 of the 16 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.5% shorter in the wet across 5 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Blizzak 6 led 4 of the 5 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 0.7% shorter in the dry across 3 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Blizzak 6 led 10 of the 12 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 0.9% shorter on snow across 5 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Blizzak 6 lasted 5.7% longer in the wear tests (3 tests); the WinterExpert had 9.1% lower rolling resistance (2 tests). Owners rate wear 8.3/10 for the Blizzak 6 and 7.8/10 for the WinterExpert.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 8.6/10 for the Blizzak 6 and 7.4/10 for the WinterExpert.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Blizzak 6 88% from 9 reviews and the WinterExpert 76% from 7. 75% of Blizzak 6 owners would buy it again, against 71% for the WinterExpert.
Which is more expensive?
In the 4 tests that listed prices, the Blizzak 6 was the dearer tire in 4 of them, by 31.2% 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 WinterExpert in 90 (13 to 20 inch). 65 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 WinterExpert C and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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