Willow
CONTROLLER Season 26

WILLOW

A
OVERALL TIER
70
META SCORE

MODE RATINGS

GEM GRAB
82
HOT ZONE
82
KNOCKOUT
74
BRAWL BALL
64
BOUNTY
62
HEIST
56

BEST BUILD

Star Powers
Love Is Blind
Obsession
Gadgets
Spellbound
Dive
Hypercharge
Psychic Safety

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Willow is currently A-tier in Gem Grab with a score of 82/100. As a Controller, Willow excels in Gem Grab and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Willow focuses on maximizing controller 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.
Willow is countered by Edgar and Mortis, who exploit Willow's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Willow consistently beats Gene and Sandy.
Willow performs best in Gem Grab (A-tier, 82/100). As a Controller, Willow's kit is designed to excel in Gem Grab objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Willow pairs exceptionally well with Charlie and Emz. These synergies amplify Willow's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.

WILLOW GUIDE SUMMARY

Willow is a Controller in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Gem Grab. This guide collects the key Willow build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Willow in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.

Use the matchup notes to compare Willow against Edgar and Mortis, 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.

WILLOW DEEP DIVES

Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Willow players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.

QUICK STATS

66.9% Win Rate
0.6% Pick Rate
A OVERALL TIER
Gem Grab BEST MODE

PRO TIPS

Controller Game Plan
Willow is strongest when played like a controller: 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 Edgar or Mortis. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Willow with Charlie or Emz when possible. The best comps cover Willow's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Gem Grab pressure.
TEAMPLAY