Same upgrade and mode
Record each unit's level, upgrade path and game mode. A maxed unit cannot be fairly compared with a base-level screenshot.
Slop Tower Defense Tier List — Combat Test Standard
A costly trade unit is not automatically a strong tower. We are withholding S–D ranks until units can be compared at the same upgrade level, with the same buffs, targets and mode. Use the test checklist below when judging any published DPS claim.
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Damage over time, not one hit
Measure damage and attack interval over a repeatable window. Report single-target and area damage separately when a tower hits multiple enemies.
Cost and placement
A raw DPS number misses placement cost, range, target priority and whether a unit is affordable when its power matters.
Source and patch date
Save an in-game screen or timestamped recording with the test and its date. Balance patches can invalidate a ranking overnight.
Ranking status
No defensible S–D ranking yet
The current public figures were measured under different conditions. We will publish a rank only after matching upgrade levels, buffs, targets and game modes. The checklist above shows what to record.
Research notes / unverified
Community-reported DPS claims (not verified)
The source video narrates these max-upgrade, no-buff numbers but does not show matching in-game stat panels or controlled runs. They are leads to test, not ranked combat data.
| Unit | Claimed max-upgrade, no-buff DPS | Video timestamp | Evidence gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watchman of Doom | 25,000 claimed | 00:22 ↗ | Narration only; stat card and source run not shown. |
| Star Fruit | 9,000 claimed | 00:54 ↗ | Narration only; stat card and source run not shown. |
| Caine | 8,500 claimed | 01:01 ↗ | Narration only; stat card and source run not shown. |
| Upgraded Titan Clockman | 8,400 claimed | 01:06 ↗ | Narration only; stat card and source run not shown. |
| Laser Toilet | 7,500 claimed | 01:12 ↗ | Narration only; stat card and source run not shown. |
| Party Cat | 3,600 claimed | 02:53 ↗ | Narration only; stat card and source run not shown. |
| Moon Blossom | 1,000 claimed | 02:22 ↗ | Narration only; stat card and source run not shown. |
What you can do now
Compare two units in the same run and record level, buffs, cost, range, enemy type and damage. Until a controlled set exists, use the Units index for sourced names and the Value List only for trade context. We will not convert community prices into combat tiers.
FAQ
Tier list FAQ
Is the highest-value unit also the best defender?
Not necessarily. Trade value reflects scarcity and demand, while combat strength depends on level, range, target count, buffs and the mode being played.
Why is there no S-tier list yet?
Public DPS claims we checked use different levels and conditions, so a cross-unit rank would be misleading. This page documents the comparison method until a controlled sample is available.
Can I compare two screenshots?
Only if they show the same upgrade state and relevant buffs. For area attacks, compare single-target and multi-target outcomes separately.