SAM
B
OVERALL TIER
66
META SCORE
MODE RATINGS
GEM GRAB
66
HOT ZONE
68
KNOCKOUT
70
BRAWL BALL
80
BOUNTY
42
HEIST
68
COUNTERS & WEAKNESSES
SAM BEATS
WEAK AGAINST
BEST BUILD
Star Powers
Gadgets
Hypercharge
Hyper Fist
BEST MAPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Sam is currently A-tier in Brawl Ball with a score of 80/100. As a Tank, Sam excels in Brawl Ball and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Sam focuses on maximizing tank 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.
Sam is countered by Brock and Piper, who exploit Sam's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Sam consistently beats Charlie and Poco.
Sam performs best in Brawl Ball (A-tier, 80/100). As a Tank, Sam's kit is designed to excel in Brawl Ball objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Sam pairs exceptionally well with Gene and Poco. These synergies amplify Sam's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.
SIMILAR BRAWLERS
SAM GUIDE SUMMARY
Sam is a Tank in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Brawl Ball. This guide collects the key Sam build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Sam in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.
Use the matchup notes to compare Sam against Brock and Piper, 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.
SAM DEEP DIVES
Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Sam players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.
QUICK STATS
78.6%
Win Rate
0.8%
Pick Rate
B
OVERALL TIER
Brawl Ball
BEST MODE
BEST SYNERGIES
PRO TIPS
Tank Game Plan
Sam is strongest when played like a tank: choose fights around Brawl Ball, hold useful angles, and avoid forcing low-value duels before the objective is ready.
PRIORITY
Draft Around Counters
Watch for Brock or Piper. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Sam with Gene or Poco when possible. The best comps cover Sam's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Brawl Ball pressure.
TEAMPLAY