Basics
What Is a Tier List? A Simple Explanation
Tier lists rank things in groups instead of one long line. Here’s where they come from, how to read one and why they work so well.
Tier List Maker
Rank anything in a few minutes. Drag items into tiers, add your own pictures, rename and recolor every row, then download your finished tier list as an image. Free, with no sign-up.
- No account needed
- Works on touchscreens
- Images stay on your device
Unranked items
Drag items into a tier — or tap an item, then tap a tier.
Your list saves automatically in this browser. You can also drop or paste images onto the board. With a keyboard, focus an item and use the arrow keys to move it, or Delete to remove it.
Four steps
How List Tier Maker works
You don’t need instructions to drag a tile, but here’s the whole process if you’re making your first tier list.
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Add what you want to rank
Type item names into the box under the board — separate them with commas to add several at once — or upload your own images.
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Set up your tiers
The classic S, A, B, C and D rows are ready. Tap a label to rename it, or open the gear menu to change its color, move it or delete it.
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Drag items into place
Drag each item to the tier where it belongs and reorder items within a row. On a phone, press and hold briefly, or tap an item and then tap a tier.
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Download and share
Select Download PNG to save a clean image of your tier list, ready to post, send to friends or add to a presentation.
Your tier list is saved in this browser as you work, so you can close the page and come back to it later on the same device.
Reading a tier list
What each tier means
Most tier lists use letter grades borrowed from school and video game rankings. Here’s how the rows are usually read — though you’re free to rename them.
| Tier | Meaning | Use it for |
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| S | The very best | Use it for: Standouts in a class of their own. Keep this row small. |
| A | Excellent | Use it for: Favorites you’d happily pick any day. |
| B | Good | Use it for: Solid choices with a few drawbacks. |
| C | Average | Use it for: Fine, but nothing special. |
| D | Below average | Use it for: Things you’d usually skip. |
| F | Poor | Use it for: Optional bottom row for the ones you really don’t like. |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about making a tier list with this tool.
Is this Tier List Maker free?
Yes. Every feature, including image uploads and PNG downloads, is free to use. There is no account, no trial and no watermark.
Do I need an account to make a tier list?
No. Open the page and start ranking. Your tier list is saved automatically in your own browser, so there is nothing to sign up for.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. Images you add are resized and stored inside your browser on your device. They are not sent to any server.
Does it work on phones and tablets?
Yes. On a touchscreen, press and hold an item for a moment, then drag it to a tier. You can also tap an item to select it and then tap the tier where it should go.
How do I save or share my tier list?
Select Download PNG to save your finished tier list as an image. You can then post it on social media, send it in a chat or add it to a document.
Can I change the tier names and colors?
Yes. Click or tap a tier label to rename it, or open the tier settings to pick a new color, move the row up or down, clear it or delete it. You can have up to 20 tiers.
From the blog
Tier list guides and ideas
Basics
What Does S Tier Mean?
S tier sits above A in most tier lists. Here’s what it means, where the S probably comes from and how to decide what really belongs there.
How-to
How to Make a Tier List, Step by Step
A practical walkthrough for creating a tier list online: choosing a topic, adding items, setting up tiers, ranking and sharing the result.