Introduction:

In Brawl Stars, upgrading your Brawlers strategically is absolutely essential, and when resources are scarce such as coins, power points, and gears. As we are currently in 2025's accelerated meta, where one wrong upgrade can make your progress slow, this ultimate guide will assist you in determining whose Brawlers should get upgrades first, from their overall playability, game mode flexibility, and performance during today's meta.

Which Brawler to Upgrade First? – Ultimate Upgrade Priority Guide (2025)

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Upgrade Priority List (2025)

Here's a tiered priority list based on utility, strength, and versatility:

S-Tier (Upgrade First – Meta Definers):

Stu – Excellent in various modes, quick super recharge, perfect for solo & team

Carl – Versatile, excellent in competitive and casual gameplay

Buster – High endurance and handy gadgets/star powers

Gale – Perfect for control and knockback utility

Shelly (with Hypercharge) – Reigns supreme in close combat maps

A-Tier (High Priority – Strong & Useful):

Poco – Screeching solo or healing, can support any team

Max – Speed boost and steady pressure

Bea – Long range burst damage, excellent in Showdown & Knockout

Pam – Tank + healer hybrid, good for Siege, Gem Grab

Spike – Still among the top Legendaries for controlling

 

B-Tier (Upgrade Later – Niche But Solid):

Edgar – Solo showdown specialist, less effective in 3v3

Surge – Requires upgrade to be useful, bad early

Darryl – Good on making some maps, but dangerous on high-level games

Frank – Tanky but easy to get countered

Buzz – Map dependent

Conclusion:

Leveling up the correct Brawlers in 2025 can be the difference between losing in matchmaking and crushing your opponents. Prioritize first S-tier versatile choices such as Stu, Carl, and Buster, then support and niche brawlers as your roster expands. Keep in mind – playstyle, game modes, and future balance changes should also factor into your choice.