CARL
A
OVERALL TIER
71
META SCORE
MODE RATINGS
GEM GRAB
78
HOT ZONE
72
KNOCKOUT
74
BRAWL BALL
74
BOUNTY
62
HEIST
68
COUNTERS & WEAKNESSES
CARL BEATS
WEAK AGAINST
BEST BUILD
Star Powers
Gadgets
Hypercharge
Flamespin
BEST MAPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Carl is currently A-tier in Gem Grab with a score of 78/100. As a Damage_dealer, Carl excels in Gem Grab and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Carl focuses on maximizing damage_dealer strengths. Use the recommended Star Power and Gadget combination shown in our build guide, paired with Speed and Shield gears for survivability in most modes.
Carl is countered by Bull and Frank, who exploit Carl's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Carl consistently beats Emz and Gale.
Carl performs best in Gem Grab (A-tier, 78/100). As a Damage_dealer, Carl's kit is designed to excel in Gem Grab objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Carl pairs exceptionally well with Poco and Gene. These synergies amplify Carl's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.
SIMILAR BRAWLERS
CARL GUIDE SUMMARY
Carl is a Damage_dealer in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Gem Grab. This guide collects the key Carl build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Carl in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.
Use the matchup notes to compare Carl against Bull and Frank, then check the mode ratings before locking the brawler. BrawlUp updates these pages from the same brawler database used by the tier list, matchup simulator and BrawlScore coach.
CARL DEEP DIVES
Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Carl players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.
QUICK STATS
67.9%
Win Rate
0.7%
Pick Rate
A
OVERALL TIER
Gem Grab
BEST MODE
BEST SYNERGIES
PRO TIPS
Damage_dealer Game Plan
Carl is strongest when played like a damage_dealer: choose fights around Gem Grab, hold useful angles, and avoid forcing low-value duels before the objective is ready.
PRIORITY
Draft Around Counters
Watch for Bull or Frank. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Carl with Poco or Gene when possible. The best comps cover Carl's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Gem Grab pressure.
TEAMPLAY