With the release of WoW Classic Fresh - 20th Anniversary Edition, many players are eager to dive back into the nostalgic and challenging content of Vanilla World of Warcraft. If you're looking to minimize your gearing struggles and maximize your effectiveness in both PvE and PvP in the WoW Classic Fresh servers, we get you covered here!

WoW Classic Fresh Best Class Ranking from Easiest To Hardest

Here we update the WoW Classic Fresh PvE & PvP Tier List, ranking all DPS, healer, tank classes, and specs from easiest to hardest to play and gear up, both in PvE (raids, dungeons) and PvP.

WoW Classic Fresh PvE Class Difficulty Tier List - Easiest PvE Classes To Play

In PvE, your choice of class can greatly affect how easy or hard it will be to gear up and perform well. We’ll break down each class's difficulty in terms of gearing, role expectations, and performance in raids and dungeons.

1. Druid (Resto) (Easiest)

Druids, particularly Restoration Druids, are among the easiest to gear in PvE. They are not heavily dependent on gear to be effective, and raids typically include at least one or two Druids to fill healer roles. Their utility with abilities like Innervate and Rebirth ensures they have a consistent spot, and the competition for their gear is relatively low.

2. Hunter (Easiest)

Hunters are known for their low gear dependency and relatively straightforward rotations. In raids, they provide crucial utility with Tranquilizing Shot and kiting abilities. Their tier sets are generally strong throughout all phases, and the competition for hunter gear is less intense compared to melee classes. Hunters also excel at farming, making them a solid choice for players who want a self-sufficient class.

3. Priest (Holy/Disc) (Easy)

Healing Priests are highly valued in raids and tend to receive gear quickly. Although they have some competition with other healers, Priests often top healing meters. Their versatility and Mana efficiency make them an easy choice for PvE healing roles.

4. Shaman (Resto) (Easy)

Resto Shamans are indispensable in Horde raids due to their totems, especially Windfury Totem. Similar to Priests, they are highly valued and prioritized for gear. However, Shamans face more competition within their class since most raids will want multiple Shamans.

5. Warlock (Moderate)

Warlocks bring consistent DPS and essential debuffs like Curse of Elements. Their gearing process can be a bit slower due to competition with other cloth wearers (Mages and Priests), but they aren't as gear-dependent as melee classes. Warlocks also provide utility with Soulstones and Healthstones, making them a reliable pick for raids.

6. Mage (Moderate)

Mages are top-tier DPS throughout WoW Classic, particularly in the early phases when Frost spec dominates. They are highly sought after for both their damage and utility (e.g., Polymorph, Decurse). However, they face competition for gear with Warlocks and Priests, which can make gearing a bit more challenging.

7. Rogue (Hard)

Rogues excel at single-target DPS but face significant competition for weapons and armor, both from other Rogues and Warriors. While they scale well with gear, their reliance on specific weapons makes gearing up a more difficult and competitive process.

8. Warrior (DPS) (Hard)

Warriors, especially Fury Warriors, are among the hardest classes to gear up in PvE. They are extremely gear-dependent, requiring top-tier weapons and armor to perform at their best. The competition for these items is fierce, as Warriors share gear with other Warriors and Rogues. However, once properly geared, Warriors are among the top DPS in the game.

9. Paladin (Holy) (Hardest)

Holy Paladins are crucial healers in Alliance raids, but they face competition for healing gear, particularly from Priests. While they are a bit easier to gear than DPS Warriors, they still face challenges due to raid composition and the fact that many Paladins are competing for the same loot.

WoW Classic Fresh PvP Class Difficulty Tier List - Easiest PvP Class To Play

In PvP, class difficulty is often determined by mobility, survivability, burst potential, and utility. Here’s how the classes rank in terms of ease of use and gearing for PvP.

1. Hunter (Easiest)

Hunters excel in PvP with their ability to kite melee classes, control the battlefield with traps, and deal consistent ranged damage. They are relatively easy to gear and can perform well in PvP with minimal investment. Their toolkit, including Scatter Shot, Freezing Trap, and Wing Clip, makes them a nightmare for melee opponents.

2. Druid (Feral/Restoration) (Easiest)

Druids, particularly Feral and Restoration builds, shine in PvP due to their high mobility and ability to escape tough situations through shape-shifting. Feral Druids can be tough to catch, while Restoration Druids are effective healers in battlegrounds, especially as flag carriers in Warsong Gulch.

3. Priest (Shadow) (Easy)

Shadow Priests are one of the most feared classes in PvP due to their burst damage and sustain. They can melt faces, as their nickname suggests, and are relatively easy to gear compared to casters like Warlocks. Discipline and Holy Priests also bring incredible utility with Power Word: Shield and Psychic Scream.

4. Warlock (Moderate)

Warlocks are formidable in PvP due to their control spells like Fear and Death Coil. They are especially durable with the Soul Link spec, but they require good gear to reach their full potential. Warlocks can be vulnerable to burst damage if caught off guard, making them a moderately difficult class to master.

5. Shaman (Elemental) (Moderate)

Elemental Shamans are capable of devastating burst damage in PvP with abilities like Chain Lightning and Elemental Mastery. While their utility in PvP is strong, they are somewhat gear-dependent, and their survivability can be an issue if not properly supported by gear and healing.

6. Warrior (Hard)

Warriors are devastating in PvP, but they require significant support from healers and crowd control to shine. Without proper healing and gear, they can struggle to stay alive in battlegrounds. However, with the right gear and support, Warriors can dominate the battlefield with abilities like Mortal Strike and Charge.

7. Rogue (Hard)

Rogues are potent duelists and excel in 1v1 or small skirmishes, but they can be difficult to master due to their reliance on positioning and stealth. Gearing a Rogue for PvP can be tough due to competition for weapons, and they are vulnerable to being caught without cooldowns.

8. Paladin (Retribution)  (Hardest)

Retribution Paladins are strong in PvP but are very gear-dependent. They can deal significant burst damage with the right weapon, but without it, they can feel underwhelming. Their slow leveling and reliance on two-handers make them one of the harder classes to gear and play effectively in PvP.

When considering the easiest class to play and gear up in WoW Classic Fresh, Hunters, Restoration Druids, and Holy Priests stand out in both PvE and PvP. Warriors, Rogues, and Retribution Paladins face more challenges due to their gear dependency and competition. However, all classes have their strengths and can be incredibly rewarding to play if you enjoy their unique playstyle.