Grom — Artillery portrait

Best Grom Counters in Brawl Stars 2026

The top brawlers that beat Grom in 2026 — by real win rate.

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Grom is a situational, niche pick in Brawl Stars 2026, sitting at D-tier with a live win rate of 49.1% and a pick rate of 3.2%. As a Epic Artillery, Grom is currently trending up (+0.2 over 7 days). It shines most in casual and quest play, where players can lean on its core strengths and map control. If you want to climb with Grom, prioritise favourable maps and modes, trade only with an advantage, and exploit its class identity as a artillery to dictate the pace of every fight.

Top 3 counters to Grom

  1. 1Draco

    Draco

    Tank with a 55.1% win rate — punishes a artillery like Grom.

    A55.1%
  2. 2Melodie

    Melodie

    Assassin with a 53.3% win rate — punishes a artillery like Grom.

    A53.3%
  3. 3Darryl

    Darryl

    Tank with a 53.3% win rate — punishes a artillery like Grom.

    A53.3%

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How to counter Grom — tips

  • Never sit still in open lanes where their area damage rules
  • Draft Draco and lean on the "Expose" Star Power — it is the most consistent answer to Grom (55.1% win rate in the matchup).
  • Never sit still in open lanes where their area damage rules
  • Save "Upper Cut" for the moment Grom tries to land its Super — it cuts the key window.
  • Bait Grom's "Watchtower" from behind cover before you commit; that Gadget is its fastest answer when losing a trade.
  • Against Grom (D-tier, 49.1%), the key is denying space: every wall or bush you own reduces its effectiveness as a artillery.

What Grom counters

Grom counters FAQ

Who is the best counter to Grom?

Draco is currently the strongest counter to Grom, with a 55.1% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Draco, Melodie, Darryl. These picks exploit a artillery's weaknesses and win most direct trades.

Why is Grom hard to beat?

Grom is a Epic Artillery with a 49.1% overall win rate and a 3.2% pick rate. Its kit lets it control space and punish positioning mistakes, so you need brawlers that break its range or its core mechanic.

How do I play against Grom in ranked?

Respect its effective range, bait its gadgets and super before committing, and group with your team to force trades with a numbers advantage. Draft Draco, Melodie, Darryl when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.