Apex Legends: Weapon Tier List

The current Apex Legends weapon meta heavily rewards burst damage, versatility, and strong time-to-kill values across multiple engagement ranges. The Flatline, R-99, C.A.R. SMG, and Nemesis Burst AR anchor an exceptionally deep S tier, giving players a wide selection of elite options for competitive play.

The overall balance continues to favor weapons with reliable damage output and manageable recoil, while punishing overly situational picks. The Charge Rifle, Mozambique, and Bocek Bow struggle to justify a slot in the current environment, sitting firmly at the bottom of the viability ladder.

The Flatline remains a dominant workhorse, delivering heavy damage with a predictable recoil pattern that rewards players at close to medium range. The R-99 and C.A.R. SMG both offer blistering fire rates and exceptional TTK values, making them the go-to choices for aggressive, close-range play. The Alternator punches well above its weight class, providing consistent damage and easy handling for players of all skill levels.

The 30-30 Repeater excels at mid-range engagements, rewarding patient, deliberate shooting with high per-shot damage. The Kraber .50-Cal remains the most punishing sniper in the game, capable of one-shotting unshielded opponents. Rounding out S tier, the Hemlok Burst AR and Nemesis Burst AR both deliver exceptional burst damage and strong mid-range dominance, giving precise players multiple elite options.

The Peacekeeper and Mastiff Shotgun both provide devastating close-quarters burst potential, capable of shredding opponents in just a few well-placed shots. The Wingman rewards precision with high per-shot damage and strong headshot multipliers, remaining lethal in experienced hands. The Volt SMG offers a smooth, energy-based alternative to the top SMGs with a competitive TTK at close range.

The L-STAR EMG, HAVOC Rifle, and VK-47 Flatline all deliver strong damage output with slightly higher skill ceilings. The Prowler Burst PDW rewards controlled bursting with excellent damage, while the Hemlok rounds out A tier as a reliable mid-range option with solid burst potential across engagements.

The Spitfire and M600 Spitfire both bring large magazine sizes and sustained damage output, making them effective choices for players who prefer to maintain pressure without frequent reloads. The Devotion LMG rewards players who can manage its spin-up time with a high damage-per-magazine payoff, while the Rampage LMG offers a slower but hard-hitting alternative that can be turbocharged for burst-fire dominance.

The Sentinel provides strong sniper utility at range, capable of shield-breaking shots that can shift the momentum of a fight. The EVA-8 Auto rounds out B tier as a reliable, fully automatic shotgun that trades peak burst damage for consistency and ease of use. All B tier weapons are viable picks but require more situational awareness to extract their full value compared to higher-tier options.

The G7 Scout and Triple Take offer solid mid-range poke but struggle to compete with stronger options in the current meta. The RE-45 and P2020 serve as functional early-game pistols but fall off sharply as the match progresses and opponents acquire better weapons, limiting their overall viability.

The Charge Rifle's beam-based mechanic makes it highly telegraphed and difficult to use effectively in fast-paced engagements, limiting its appeal outside of very specific long-range scenarios. The Mozambique, despite improvements over the seasons, still struggles with low damage output and a small magazine that make it a liability in most firefights. The Bocek Bow demands precise timing and skill investment that rarely pays off compared to the raw efficiency offered by weapons in higher tiers, making all three D tier picks hard to recommend in competitive play.