The brainrot rarity list in Steal a Brainrot consists of eight official tiers: Common, Rare, Epic, Legendary, Mythic, Brainrot God, Secret, and OG. Admin rarities also exist, including Admin, Taco, Spooky, and Festive, but these are separate from the main progression. The game currently features over 500 collectible characters across these rarities, with 499 indexable brainrots and 14 miscellaneous brainrots like Lucky Blocks, Gold Elf, and Gold Egg, bringing the total to 513.
Rarity Tiers Overview
The rarity system in Steal a Brainrot is the core progression mechanic. Each tier represents a significant jump in both income potential and spawn difficulty. The official order from lowest to highest is Common, Rare, Epic, Legendary, Mythic, Brainrot God, Secret, and OG.
Common is the basic starter tier. These brainrots spawn constantly on the conveyor belt and provide very low passive income. Their purpose is to teach new players the game mechanics before they move on to better options.
Rare is the first step up from beginner drops. This tier includes 11 brainrots and offers slightly better cash flow to help build your early economy. Rare brainrots are still considered common enough that most players will encounter them regularly.
Epic represents mid-tier characters that provide a steady boost for growing bases. These brainrots are noticeably less common than Rare drops but are still obtainable through regular gameplay.
Legendary includes advanced drops that significantly improve cash-per-second generation. Players at this stage are typically progressing through mid-game content and need the income boost these characters provide.
Mythic contains high-value characters with low spawn rates. Obtaining these requires patience or luck, and they represent a major step up in earning potential compared to Legendary brainrots.
Brainrot God is the elite tier above Mythic. These brainrots come with massive income multipliers and are significantly harder to obtain. Examples include Matteo, who costs 1 unit of currency at this tier.
Secret includes extremely rare drops with spawn odds often under 0.6.5% or even 0.001%. Notable examples include Dragon Cannelloni and Griffin. These brainrots are highly sought after for both their income and trading value.
OG is the absolute peak tier in the game. This tier features the rarest items like Strawberry Elephant, which has microscopic spawn rates and insane trading value. OG brainrots are the ultimate flex items and the most valuable characters in the game.
Notable Brainrots by Rarity
Several brainrots stand out within their respective rarity tiers based on community reports and available data. These characters are frequently mentioned in guides and value lists.
Rare tier examples include Frogo Elfo valued at $9.2K, Pipi Avocado at $9.5K, and Pengolino Nuvoletto at $9.6K. These values come from community trading data and may fluctuate based on market conditions.
Secret tier examples include Cooki and Milki, valued at $100B, and Burguro And Fryuro at $75B. The Ketupat Bros also appear in this tier. Dragon Cannelloni is another notable Secret brainrot, though its exact value varies according to available sources.
OG tier examples include Strawberry Elephant at approximately $350 M/s income, Meowl at approximately $300 M/s, and Headless Horseman. Skibidi Toiler is also mentioned as one of the best OG brainrots. La Vacca Staturno Saturnita also appears in the Secret tier, though its exact value varies by source.
Community Tier Lists
Community tier lists rank brainrots by overall effectiveness rather than just rarity. These lists are created through community voting and represent the cumulative average rankings from submitted tier lists.
The TierMaker community list for Every Steal a Brainrot Character is based on 86 submitted tier lists. This voting system provides a general consensus on which brainrots perform best in various situations.
A-tier brainrots according to community rankings include Cooki and Milki, Burguro And Fryuro, and Ketupat Bros. These are all Secret-rarity characters that combine high rarity with exceptional income generation.
All OG brainrots like Strawberry Elephant, Meowl, Headless Horseman, and Skibidi Toiler are considered the best brainrots and will likely remain so according to multiple guide sources. Strawberry Elephant remains the undisputed S+ tier money maker in recent tier list updates.
Spawn Rates and Rarity Distribution
Spawn rates vary dramatically between tiers. Common brainrots spawn constantly, while higher tiers become progressively rarer. Secret tier brainrots often have spawn odds under 0.6.5% or 0.001%, making them extremely difficult to obtain through normal gameplay.
The exact spawn rates for each tier are not confirmed in available sources. Community members have compiled approximate rates, but these should be treated as estimates rather than official numbers.
OG brainrots like Strawberry Elephant have microscopic spawn rates according to multiple sources. These characters are so rare that most players will never encounter them naturally, making trading the primary method of acquisition.
Trading Value Considerations
Trading values for Secret and OG items are dynamic and change frequently. Community sources maintain spreadsheets and databases to track current values, but these are unofficial and can vary between platforms.
The rarest brainrots in Steal a Brainrot, like Strawberry Elephant, command the highest trading values. Players interested in trading should consult multiple sources to get accurate current pricing.
Some community members have created comprehensive value lists, including one titled "MOST COMPREHENSIVE VALUE LIST YET" on the wiki. These resources aggregate trading data from multiple sources but should be verified before making significant trades.
Admin and Event Rarities
Beyond the eight main rarities, the game includes admin rarities: Admin, Taco, Spooky, and Festive. These are typically tied to special events or developer activities rather than normal gameplay progression.
Admin brainrots are generally not obtainable by regular players and are reserved for special circumstances. Taco, Spooky, and Festive rarities appear during themed events and may have limited availability windows.
The exact mechanics for obtaining admin rarity brainrots are unconfirmed. Players should treat these as special cases outside the standard rarity progression system.