Brawl Stars Tier List 2026: Best and Worst Brawlers Ranked
With over 100 Brawlers in the 2026 roster, knowing who is worth your Coins and Power Points is half the battle. The current meta has shifted toward high-mobility Brawlers with burst damage and self-sustain, while slow, predictable tanks have mostly fallen out of competitive play. This tier list reflects the June 2026 meta and is organised by competitive viability across Ranked and trophy pushing.
S-Tier: Dominant Picks You Should Be Using
Edgar leads the S-tier pack in June 2026 because his jump attack closes distance instantly, he self-heals on every hit making him hard to attrition down, and his learning curve rewards players who commit to him. Crow remains a top support and poke Brawler — his poison slows enemies passively and his Super provides exceptional escape or dive coverage. Chester occupies a unique niche: his randomly cycling attack types force opponents to guess his range, and his burst damage ceiling is one of the highest in the game. Colette is a percentage-based damage dealer who naturally scales into the late game and deals more damage the higher the enemy's max health. Mortis dominates when played by experienced hands: his dash attacks and Super make him nearly impossible to corner once mastered. Damian is the premier 2026 frontline tank with strong crowd control, and Starr Nova has carved out consistent S-tier status through versatile damage output.
A-Tier: Reliable Meta Picks
Cordelius has climbed sharply in 2026 due to his mushroom Super that isolates one enemy from their team — an enormous advantage in Knockout and Bounty. Mina is the dominant sniper pick, capable of taking over open maps and outputting sustained safe damage that few Brawlers can match at range. Kit provides strong support through attachment mechanics that benefit coordinated team compositions. Bibi is the best Brawl Ball specialist in A-tier: her shield and knockback push are the most impactful mode-specific tools on the roster. Colt sits firmly in A-tier for Heist specifically — his multi-projectile attack chips the safe from unexpected angles. Sirius rounds out A-tier with strong hybrid performance across Gem Grab and Heist.
B-Tier: Situationally Strong Brawlers
B-tier Brawlers are viable and can carry matches on the right map with the right team, but they require more specific conditions to shine. Bo is consistently useful in Gem Grab where his mine Super punishes aggressive gem carriers. Poco is a reliable support in Hot Zone, keeping teammates healed through extended zone fights. Sprout controls space with its wall-planting Super, making it valuable in Hot Zone and Gem Grab on enclosed maps. Jacky performs well on maps with wall clusters where she can ricochet area damage. Frank and Ash are strong zone-control options in Heist defence scenarios but are too slow for faster-paced modes.
C-Tier and Below: Who to Deprioritise
Shelly and Bull, despite being iconic starter Brawlers, have fallen to C-tier in the current meta. Their lack of mobility in an era dominated by dash, teleport, and speed-boost mechanics makes them predictable targets. Brock struggles on any map without extreme open range to fully leverage his rockets. El Primo has been power-crept by tankier Brawlers with better CC or sustain. These Brawlers can still win in casual play or specific low-trophy matches, but investing upgrade resources into them over S-tier picks is a poor use of Coins and Power Points.
How to Use This Tier List
A tier list is a starting point, not a rule. A C-tier Brawler you know deeply on a map where it is strong will outperform an S-tier pick you are uncomfortable on. Use the tier list to guide upgrade investment — prioritise Gadgets, Star Powers, and eventually Hypercharges for S and A-tier Brawlers you enjoy playing. Revisit the tier list after every major balance patch, as the meta can shift significantly within days of an update. Live win-rate tracking from Brawl Time Ninja (brawltime.ninja) and BrawlHub (brawlhub.co) provides real-data confirmation of theoretical tier placements.
Who to Upgrade First as a New or Returning Player
If you are starting fresh or returning after a break, build toward two Brawlers from the S or A-tier list that cover different roles: one aggressive pick like Edgar or Chester and one support or controller like Crow or Bo. Get both to Level 9 with Gadget and Star Power before branching out. This gives you a functional roster for Ranked drafts without spreading resources thin. In 2026, Credits from the Mastery system and daily quests make it feasible to unlock and upgrade a new A-tier Brawler within a few weeks of consistent play.
FAQ
How often does the Brawl Stars tier list change?
The meta can shift with every balance update, which happens roughly every two to four weeks. Major seasonal updates cause larger meta shifts. Always check a current source like Brawl Time Ninja or Dexerto after a patch drops before assuming last month's tier list is still accurate.
Is Edgar really the best Brawler in June 2026?
Edgar tops multiple tier lists in June 2026 due to his mobility, self-sustain, and ability to perform across modes. However, on long open maps he is vulnerable to snipers. He is one of the best choices but still has counters — the tier list reflects average performance across the meta, not an absolute best-in-all-situations ranking.
Should I use a Brawler just because it is S-tier?
Only if you have it upgraded and are comfortable with its kit. An S-tier Brawler at Level 7 with no Gadget or Star Power will underperform an A-tier Brawler at Level 9 with both. Comfort and upgrade level matter more than raw tier placement in most matchups.
Are there Brawlers that are good in casual play but bad in Ranked?
Yes. Many C-tier Brawlers like Shelly or Bull win casual matches because opponents at low trophy ranges make movement mistakes that these tanky Brawlers can exploit. In Ranked drafts, experienced opponents know to kite and punish slow Brawlers from range, which removes their advantage.
What happened to older favourites like Spike and Leon?
Spike and Leon remain functional picks in 2026 but have settled into B to A-tier territory after years of back-and-forth balance patches. They are not optimal first choices for climbing in the current meta but are still viable for players who have invested heavily in them.