Season 34 Tier List: Solo Speed GR Rankings

Solo Speed GR is done first and foremost with experience farming efficiency in mind, measured in the speed of acquisition of Paragon levels; the item drop rewards cap out at GR90, which is a low bar for all capable builds. A good solo speed farming build will balance between speed (measured in both damage potential and maneuverability throughout the Rift levels) and toughness (measured in survivability, which translates in perseverance of buffs such as XP pools, etc.) When you factor in the time it takes to generate rift keys, you should aim for a clear time of between 2 and 5 minutes with your build. These are the builds that are optimized for rushing high rifts quickly to farm the most efficient experience for Paragon levels.

The Raekor Boulder Toss Barbarian charges headlong into battle, gathering enemies with furious slams before unleashing massive boulders to crush them. This build embodies raw, unrestrained power, making it a force of nature on the battlefield. While not the most optimal choice for solo speed Greater Rift farming for XP, this build nevertheless offers a superb blend of raw power, impressive survivability, and sheer speed, making it your top pick for Barbarian due to its exceptional ability to clear large densities.

Empowered by the Aegis of Valor set, Fist of the Heavens marks the return of one of the most iconic Crusader builds, as surges of lightning crash from the heavens and envelop your enemies in deadly arcs. While not the most optimal choice for solo speed Greater Rift farming for XP, this build nonetheless offers a superb blend of raw power, impressive survivability, and sheer speed, making it your top pick for Crusader, notably for its powerful lightning surges and iconic playstyle.

Using the powers of the Gears of Dreadlands set, this Demon Hunter build combines the deadly precision of Hungering Arrow with the elegance of movement and battlefield maneuverability of Strafe. It stands as the premier choice for swiftly clearing Greater Rifts and maximizing XP gain, thanks to its deadly accuracy and unparalleled mobility across the battlefield.

Based on the versatile powers of the Legacy of Dreams bonus, the LoD Wave of Light Monk unites multiple legendary powers into an explosive, bursty and durable whole. This build is unparalleled for quickly clearing Greater Rifts and achieving optimal XP gain, largely due to its explosive burst damage and inherent durability.

Combining the power of Death Nova-empowering legendaries with the flexible Legacy of Dreams bonus, the LoD Death Nova Necromancer is an AoE-centric, burst damage build. This build is the top contender for efficient Greater Rift clears and maximum XP acquisition, attributed to its potent area-of-effect capabilities and high burst damage.

The Arachyr Corpse Spiders Witch Doctor unleashes swarms of venomous arachnids to devour their prey. This build ensnares and overwhelms foes with a ceaseless tide of creepy crawlies, making them ideal for dissecting tough individual targets. While not the most optimal choice for solo speed Greater Rift farming for XP, this build nonetheless offers a superb blend of raw power, impressive survivability, and sheer speed, making it your top pick for Witch Doctor, particularly for its ability to ensnare and overwhelm enemies with an endless stream of spiders.

The Firebird Flame Blades Wizard incinerates enemies with a relentless torrent of magical fire, fueled by explosive attacks and fiery minions. This build conjures a blazing inferno around the Wizard, turning the battlefield into a scorching ruin. While not the most optimal choice for solo speed Greater Rift farming for XP, this build nonetheless offers a superb blend of raw power, impressive survivability, and sheer speed, making it your top pick for Wizard, specifically for its explosive attacks and the assistance of its fiery minions.

Builds ranked in S-Tier are the best builds for solo speed farming GRs for XP.

Builds ranked in A-Tier farm roughly 15% less XP / hour than S-Tier.

Builds ranked in A-Tier farm roughly 30% less XP / hour than S-Tier.