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Sub Weapons Ranking
Our Sub Weapons Ranking Tier List is here to show you the best Sub Weapons currently available in Splatoon 3. Continue reading to see our Sub Weapons tier list, the ranking of each Sub weapon, and an explanation of their rank.

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Best Sub Weapons Tier List

Current Sub Weapons Ranking

Tier Weapons
SS
Suction Bomb Splat Bomb
S
Splash Wall Fizzy Bomb Burst Bomb Autobomb
A
Torpedo Squid Beakon Ink Mine Curling Bomb
B
Toxic Mist Sprinkler Point Sensor Angle Shooter

・Rankings are based off version 1.1 of the game.

Ranking Criteria

・Sub Weapons that can be used by any role are given higher placements within the tier list.
・Subs that buff/support allies or disrupt enemies are given higher placements.
・Subs that are strong on their own, regardless of the presence of enemies/allies are given higher placements.

Which Sub Weapon Do You Think Is the Best?

Splat Bomb 48
Votes
Fizzy Bomb 22
Votes
Burst Bomb 20
Votes
Suction Bomb 76
Votes
Autobomb 12
Votes
Splash Wall 11
Votes
Torpedo 5
Votes
Curling Bomb 14
Votes
Squid Beakon 3
Votes
Ink Mine 5
Votes
Sprinkler 5
Votes
Toxic Mist 1
Votes
Angle Shooter 3
Votes
Point Sensor 1
Votes

Best Sub Weapons Analysis

SS Tier

Sub Weapon Reason
Splat BombSplat Bomb ・Easy and straightforward to use.
・Detonates quickly and applies immediate pressure to opponents.
Suction BombSuction Bomb ・Deals massive damage.
・Forces opponents to vacate an area or risk getting splatted.

S Tier

Sub Weapon Reason
Fizzy BombFizzy Bomb ・Lets user remain mobile while using it
・Great for pressuring in narrow spaces.
Burst BombBurst Bomb ・Can be used in succession
・Explodes on contact
・Does not cost much ink.
AutobombAutobomb ・Good for taking opponents off objectives
・Homes in on enemies so it doesn't require perfect aim.
Splash WallSplash Wall ・Useful for defending areas and teammates.
・Requires strategic placement to be most effective.

A Tier

Sub Weapon Reason
TorpedoTorpedo ・Homes in on enemies so it doesn't require perfect aim, but is easy to shoot down
・Deals good damage, and spreads a good amount of ink in an area.
Curling BombCurling Bomb ・Useful for going offensive, as the Curling Bomb creates a trail that you can swim on.
・Can also be useful for deception if a player swims behind it, or decides not to.
Squid BeakonSquid Beakon ・Good for getting advantageous positioning for you and your team.
・Less useful in smaller stages with less space to move around.
Ink MineInk Mine ・Good for keeping areas painted for your team.
・Best placed in narrow areas where enemies are sure to step on.

B Tier

Sub Weapon Reason
SprinklerSprinkler ・Easily destroyed by opponents.
・Does not offer much support because it is stationary.
Toxic MistToxic Mist ・Easy for opponents to evade the mist.
・Opponents are never in its area of effect for long.
Angle ShooterAngle Shooter ・Good for narrow areas, but not as effective in wide spaces.
・Difficult to use effectively
Point SensorPoint Sensor ・Good for gaining information but little else.
・Does not deal damage or disrupt.

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