Brawl Stars Tier List — Best Brawlers Ranked
This is the current Brawl Stars brawler tier list, ranking every brawler by overall strength in ranked and competitive play. It reflects the latest balance patch and Hypercharge changes, and is refreshed each update — slower tanks and easy-to-feed brawlers continue to struggle while flexible damage dealers dominate.
Updated June 2026 · refreshed each balance patch
Brawler Tier List
How to read this tier list
Tiers rank a brawler’s overall ceiling across the main modes, weighting Hypercharge value, damage output and survivability. S-tier brawlers warp the meta and are safe first picks; A-tier are strong, ranked-ready options; B-tier are situational picks that shine on the right map or composition.
S-tier — meta-defining
Damian leads the current meta even after repeated nerfs, with Edgar, Colette, Lumi and Chester close behind. These brawlers combine reliable damage, strong Hypercharges and enough defensive utility to avoid being farmed by assassins.
A-tier — ranked staples
Sirius, Mortis, Leon, Bibi and Spike headline a deep A-tier. They are consistent picks that punish mistakes but demand more from the player than S-tier options.
Best brawlers by mode
- Gem Grab — control and area damage: Colette, Gene, Spike.
- Brawl Ball — mobility and burst: Mortis, Edgar, Bibi.
- Knockout — range and pressure: Pierce, Byron, Rico.
- Heist — burst damage: Colt, Crow, Spike.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best brawler right now?
Damian sits at the top of the current S-tier, with Edgar and Colette close behind.
How often is this tier list updated?
It is refreshed after each Brawl Stars balance patch, since the meta shifts with every update.
What makes a brawler S-tier?
A combination of strong damage, high Hypercharge value and enough defensive utility to survive assassins.
Are tanks viable right now?
Slow tanks struggle in the current meta; faster, flexible brawlers are favoured.
Is Edgar still good?
Yes — Edgar remains a top S-tier pick, especially in Brawl Ball and aggressive comps.
Which brawler should a beginner main?
Colt, Spike or Colette offer a strong, forgiving entry into ranked play.
Does this apply to ranked and casual?
The rankings weight ranked and competitive play, but most S/A picks are strong in casual too.
Why did my favourite brawler drop?
Balance patches and Hypercharge changes constantly reshape the meta; a nerf or a shift in popular maps can move a brawler down.
What is Hypercharge value?
How impactful a brawler’s Hypercharge is — a strong Hypercharge can lift an otherwise average brawler up a tier.
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