R.E.P.O. Tier List: Best Weapons & Items Ranked
Every R.E.P.O. weapon and tool ranked from S to D tier.
Quick Answer
In R.E.P.O., the strongest weapons are the Shotgun and the Tranq Gun.
How This R.E.P.O. Tier List Is Ranked
Gear is judged on effectiveness, value protection, cost, and how forgiving it is to use.
Best in slot — buy these whenever you can afford them.
Excellent picks that carry most runs.
Solid, situational, or great value early on.
Niche — only worth it in specific situations.
Skip unless you have nothing else.
R.E.P.O. Best Weapons Tier List
Weapons cover both ranged guns and melee tools you swing by hand.
Shotgun
Infinite ammo and enormous stopping power. The most reliable way to kill tough monsters outright. Watch the heavy recoil so the barrel does not swing toward a teammate.
Tranq Gun
A roughly 15-second stun that neutralises even lethal threats like the Robe, Bowtie, Trudge and Headman. Non-lethal but unmatched for control and repositioning.
Frying Pan
The best melee weapon for durability and handling. Pairs perfectly with the Tranq Gun — stun a monster, then finish it safely with the pan.
Baseball Bat
The strongest affordable melee option. Sends monsters flying across the room or into a pit, creating distance when you need it most.
Sledgehammer
Big damage and a wide swing arc for clearing several weak enemies at once. Expensive, and the wide arc is a friendly-fire risk in tight corridors.
Stun Grenade
Cheap and brilliant early game. Toss one to freeze a monster, then run or hide. A core part of any low-budget loadout.
Inflatable Hammer
Only 3 damage per swing, but it knocks enemies back and explodes for big area damage when destroyed. Fun early, but replace it once you can afford real gear.
Mine
A cheap area trap for choke points and doorways. Reliable when you can plan an ambush, useless when a monster catches you off guard.
Rubber Duck
A bouncing explosive that is very hard to aim and useless against levitating monsters like the Headman or Mentalist. Funny, but rarely worth the slot.
Note: Prices and damage values shift between Early Access patches. Use the ranking for priority order.
R.E.P.O. Best Items & Tools Tier List
Tools and drones do not deal damage but quietly win runs.
Indestructible Drone
An instant buy. Attach it to any valuable and no amount of bashing or dropping will lower its value — it pays for itself in a single saved haul.
Feather Drone
Makes a heavy valuable light enough to float through the map. Essential for extracting big-ticket items that would otherwise take two people.
Roll Drone
Rolls an item toward you and can even ram enemies for damage — part transport tool, part improvised weapon. Great value for the price.
Tracker
Tags a valuable or location so you can find it again across a sprawling level. A quiet time-saver on the larger, maze-like maps.
Best R.E.P.O. Gear by Situation
Tiers tell you what is strongest overall, but your money and crew size change the right answer.
On a tight budget
Stock Stun Grenades and an Inflatable Hammer early — they are cheap, cover escapes, and keep you alive until you can afford a Shotgun or Tranq Gun.
Playing solo or duo
Prioritise the Tranq Gun and a Feather Drone. Control and self-sufficient hauling matter more than raw damage when no one is there to back you up.
Full 4-6 player squad
Spread roles: one or two crew on Shotgun/Sledgehammer for combat, the rest on drones and Trackers to move and protect valuables efficiently.
Protecting a big haul
The Indestructible Drone is non-negotiable on high-value, fragile items. One saved payout easily covers its cost several times over.
For the full catalog and prices, see our items & upgrades guide and upgrades priority guide. To learn which monsters each weapon counters, check the monsters guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best weapon in R.E.P.O.?
The Shotgun and the Tranq Gun share the top spot.
What is the best melee weapon in R.E.P.O.?
The Frying Pan is the top melee weapon thanks to its high durability and easy handling.
Is the Tranq Gun better than the Shotgun?
It depends on your playstyle.
What is the best item or tool in R.E.P.O.?
The Indestructible Drone is the standout tool.
Are R.E.P.O. tier lists accurate?
Treat any R.E.P.O. tier list as a strong guideline rather than a fixed rulebook.
What is the best cheap weapon for early R.E.P.O. runs?
Stun Grenades are the best low-cost pick.
Is the Sledgehammer worth buying in R.E.P.O.?
The Sledgehammer is a solid B-tier melee weapon with high damage and a wide swing arc.