This page gathers the most powerful Destiny 2 weapons and armor in one place: community meta picks for PvE and PvP, the weapons Bungie added or refreshed in the latest update, and the legendary weapons with the highest base stats in each weapon type.
How are the meta picks chosen?
The RankSurge team reviews current public tier lists and build guides and lists the weapons and exotics they agree on, with the reason each one stands out and the date we last checked. The meta changes with every balance patch, so open any pick to check its current perks and stats before you farm it.
What are stat leaders?
Stat leaders are the three legendary weapons with the highest base value in the stat that matters most for each weapon type, such as Range for hand cannons and Blast Radius for rocket launchers. They come straight from Bungie's item data and update daily. A high base stat is a strong starting point, but perks and masterworks decide the final roll.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best weapon in Destiny 2 right now?
It depends on the activity. For PvE, current community guides rate Choir of One, Tractor Cannon and Hezen Vengeance at the top. For PvP, Rose, Hawkmoon and The Inquisitor are common picks. The meta picks on this page list the current favourites with the reason for each and the date they were checked.
How often is this page updated?
The latest-update list and stat leaders refresh every day from Bungie's item data. The community meta picks are reviewed by the RankSurge team after major patches; the date is shown above the list.
Which exotic armor is best for my class?
The meta picks list the exotics behind the top-rated builds for Hunter, Titan and Warlock. Open any exotic to read its full perk, then add it to the build planner to see how it fits with your weapons and stats.
Are these the best weapons for PvP and PvE?
Each meta pick is tagged PvE, PvP or both. Stat leaders are mode-neutral: they show raw base stats, so use them to find a strong starting weapon and then check its perks.
What are stat leaders?
Stat leaders are the three legendary weapons with the highest base value in the key stat for each weapon type, read from Bungie's item data. Use them to find a strong starting weapon, then check its perks.
RankSurge is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bungie. Destiny 2 is a trademark of Bungie, Inc. Item names, icons and stats come from Bungie's public Destiny 2 API.