Brawl Stars: Brawler Tier List

Brawl Stars tier list for October 2026. Every brawler is ranked by win rates, pick rates, and top 200 player data. Find the strongest brawlers in the current meta.

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Even with over 100 different brawlers in Brawl Stars, it's only a portion of the top brawlers that control most ranked Brawl Stars lobbies. Supercell introduced aggressive balance changes along with the Buffie system, and the meta received a real shake-up, resulting in an ever-widening gap between top-tier and bottom-tier brawlers.

These tier lists help you know which best brawlers in the game are worth your trophies and which ones turn into donations for your opponents.

How We Rank Every Brawler in Brawl Stars

This tier list is based on a combination of data with win and pick rates from the top players in the world, and community rankings, filtered for consistency across modes like Gem Grab and Heist. This means the best brawlers in the game that dominate a single game mode won't rank in S-tier. More factors include ease of use, Starpowers, and Hypercharges.

Brawlers Tier List

TierBrawlerRole
SStarr NovaDamage Dealer
NoriSupport
WendyController
ShadeAssassin
GusSupport
BoltDamage Dealer
AmberDamage Dealer
CosmoDamage Dealer
AMortisAssassin (Melee)
BrockSharpshooter (Splash)
MaxSupport
DamianTank
RosaTank
OllieDamage Dealer
JujuSupport
DracoTank
GlowySupport
PiperMarksman
BEdgarAssassin (Melee)
BibiBatter (Close-Range)
GriffDamage Dealer
EmzController
RicoDamage Dealer
ByronSupport (Healer)
SamTank
PearlDamage Dealer
MandyMarksman
R-TDamage Dealer
ClancyDamage Dealer
CColtSharpshooter (Long-Range)
8-BitDamage Dealer
StuAssassin
JanetDamage Dealer
SproutController
TickDamage Dealer
JessieDamage Dealer
PierceDamage Dealer
DAshTank
NovaDamage Dealer
AngeloMarksman
AlliDamage Dealer

Meta Overview

The current meta heavily rewards high-mobility brawlers and burst specialists, with S tier featuring a stacked roster of dominant picks led by Starr Nova, Nori, Wendy, Shade, Gus, Bolt, Amber, and Cosmo. A deep A tier ensures the competitive landscape remains varied and engaging. Players who master aggressive positioning, rapid eliminations, and flexible rotations will find the most success across all game modes this season.

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S Tier

Starr Nova leads the pack with exceptional map control and aggressive assassination potential that punishes any misposition. Nori excels at rapid eliminations and denying enemy rotations, making her a constant threat in every match. Wendy delivers a unique blend of crowd control and burst damage that disrupts team fights and forces opponents into unfavorable positions. Shade applies relentless pressure from unexpected angles, punishing overextended enemies with ease. Gus rounds out the elite tier with reliable support utility and surprising offensive capability that catches opponents off guard. Bolt brings superior mobility and quick burst windows, enabling dominant aggressive plays. Amber offers sustained area denial and consistent damage output that controls entire lanes. Cosmo completes this elite group with versatile damage tools and strong positioning mechanics. Together, these eight brawlers define the current meta through mobility, burst potential, and strategic depth.

A Tier

Mortis thrives as a slippery assassin capable of picking off isolated targets and retreating before enemies can respond. Brock delivers long-range burst that punishes static positioning, while Max enables entire teams through her unmatched speed boost utility. Damian and Rosa provide durable frontline presence that anchors team compositions. Ollie and Juju offer flexible offensive tools that adapt well across multiple modes. Draco brings aggressive close-range pressure, while Glowy adds supportive utility that keeps allies in the fight. Piper rounds out this competitive tier with devastating long-range sniping that rewards precise aim and careful positioning.

B Tier

Edgar and Bibi remain viable close-range threats capable of punishing overaggressive opponents, while Griff and Emz provide solid area control and chip damage in mid-range engagements. Rico rewards map knowledge with his bouncing shots, and Byron offers a unique dual-role as both a damager and healer. Sam brings durable brawling power, Pearl delivers consistent mid-range pressure, and Mandy punishes stationary enemies with precise long-range shots. R-T and Clancy round out this tier with situational but effective tools that reward experienced players.

C Tier

Colt and 8-Bit offer straightforward damage output but struggle against the mobility-heavy meta. Stu retains some burst potential yet falls short of higher-tier picks in consistency. Janet, Sprout, Tick, Jessie, and Pierce all have situational value but are generally outclassed by stronger options, limiting their effectiveness in competitive play.

D Tier

Ash, Nova, Angelo, and Alli currently sit at the bottom of the meta, each struggling to keep pace with the dominant mobility and burst-focused brawlers above them. Ash's rage mechanic fails to compensate for his sluggishness, Nova lacks the impact of her Starr counterpart, and Angelo and Alli offer too little versatility to justify their selection in most competitive scenarios.

Final Verdict

The current game meta rewards aggression, so the best thing to do is to lean into it as meta shifts in favor of aggressive playstyles, and the best brawlers to choose are those capable of forcing fights. Pick brawlers capable of forcing fights, and pair them with effective supports while banning S-tier counters.

But if you need to get a head start in Brawl Stars with new brawlers, you can check out Brawl Stars accounts on igitems or grab a boost to climb ranks faster. This list is updated monthly, so check back again.

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