Archived Set: These comps are from TFT Set 16 and are no longer part of the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.

Best TFT Comps by Win Rate

This table showcases the TFT Set 16 team compositions with the highest win rates, helping you identify the most successful comps for climbing ranked. Top 9-champion Set 16 compositions: Defender (93.2% WR, 2.4 avg), Bruiser (91.9% WR, 2.6 avg), Blacksmith (91.3% WR, 2.5 avg). Defender/Disruptor leads with 93.19% win rate and 2.37 average placement. Bruiser follows at 91.88% win rate. Analyzing 55 9-comp compositions with real-time performance statistics.

TFT Comps - 8 Champions TFT Comps - 9 Champions

Primary	Champions	Builds	Avg	Top 4	First	Contested Risk
Targon	2 2 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Neeko ★★ Vi ★★★ Leona ★★★ Malzahar ★★★ Zoe ★★ Seraphine ★★ Taric Ryze	★★★ Zoe ★★★ Leona	2.37 Avg Place	93.19% Top 4 Rate	23.47% First Place	Low Contested	View
Bruiser Ionia	6 3 1 1 1 ★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Sett Volibear	★★★ Sion ★★★ Aphelios	2.56 Avg Place	91.88% Top 4 Rate	24.35% First Place	Low Contested	View
Freljord Warden	3 3 3 2 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Warwick Lucian & Senna Ornn	★★★ Jinx ★★ Warwick	2.54 Avg Place	91.30% Top 4 Rate	31.88% First Place	Low Contested	View
Noxus	7 2 2 2 2 2 ★★ Briar ★★ Neeko ★★ Sion ★★★ Darius ★★★ Draven ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★★ LeBlanc ★★ Swain Mel	★★★ LeBlanc ★★ Swain	2.00 Avg Place	90.67% Top 4 Rate	45.33% First Place	Low Contested	View
Freljord Zaun	3 3 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Taric ★★ Warwick Lucian & Senna	★★★ Jinx ★★ Warwick	2.43 Avg Place	89.84% Top 4 Rate	30.90% First Place	Low Contested	View
Freljord Zaun	3 3 3 2 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Warwick Kindred Lucian & Senna	★★★ Jinx ★★ Warwick	2.54 Avg Place	89.70% Top 4 Rate	29.09% First Place	Low Contested	View
Bruiser	6 1 1 ★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ Sion ★★★ Aphelios	3.05 Avg Place	86.36% Top 4 Rate	22.73% First Place	Low Contested	View
Defender Juggernaut	2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 ★★ Vi ★★ Renekton ★★ Seraphine ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Azir ★★ Shyvana ★★ Aurelion Sol Sylas	★★ Taric ★★ Aurelion Sol	2.43 Avg Place	86.00% Top 4 Rate	38.51% First Place	Low Contested	View
Zaun	5 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick ★★ Wukong ★★ Kindred ★★ Lucian & Senna Shyvana ★★ Ziggs	★★ Jinx ★★ Singed	2.87 Avg Place	83.57% Top 4 Rate	22.91% First Place	Low Contested	View
Bilgewater Freljord	3 3 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 Ashe ★★ Nautilus ★★ Braum ★★ Miss Fortune ★★ Kindred ★★ Lucian & Senna ★★ Shyvana ★★ Tahm Kench Volibear	★★ Shyvana ★★ Nautilus	2.55 Avg Place	82.61% Top 4 Rate	31.88% First Place	Low Contested	View
Freljord Invoker	7 4 2 2 1 1 ★★ Anivia ★★ Ashe ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra ★★ Ornn ★★ Volibear ★★ Zilean	★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra	2.73 Avg Place	81.19% Top 4 Rate	34.02% First Place	Low Contested	View
Void	9 2 2 1 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Volibear ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ Rift Herald ★★ Baron Nashor	2.80 Avg Place	80.92% Top 4 Rate	33.06% First Place	Low Contested	View
Ionia Slayer	7 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 ★★ Shen ★★ Neeko ★★ Yasuo ★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone Aatrox Sett	★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen	3.01 Avg Place	80.71% Top 4 Rate	22.55% First Place	Low Contested	View
Invoker	4 2 2 1 1 1 ★★ Anivia ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra ★★ Taric Ornn Volibear Zilean	Zilean ★★ Braum	2.97 Avg Place	79.39% Top 4 Rate	27.43% First Place	Low Contested	View
Noxus	3 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 ★★ Draven ★★ Ambessa ★★ Skarner ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Kindred ★★ Lucian & Senna ★★ Shyvana	★★ Lucian & Senna ★★ Kindred	2.90 Avg Place	78.85% Top 4 Rate	31.07% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 2 2 ★★ Lulu ★★ Rumble ★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar ★★ Volibear ★★ Ziggs	★★ Ziggs ★★ Fizz	3.01 Avg Place	78.82% Top 4 Rate	25.12% First Place	Low Contested	View
Warden Shadow Isles	5 4 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Ornn ★★ Thresh	★★ Braum ★★ Thresh	3.10 Avg Place	78.61% Top 4 Rate	22.08% First Place	Low Contested	View
Defender Juggernaut	2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 ★★ Vi ★★ Seraphine ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Azir Shyvana Xerath ★★ Aurelion Sol Sylas	★★ Taric ★★ Aurelion Sol	2.92 Avg Place	78.50% Top 4 Rate	31.06% First Place	Low Contested	View
Ionia	5 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 ★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone ★★ Aatrox ★★ Sett Zilean Sylas	★★ Wukong ★★ Sett	3.39 Avg Place	78.12% Top 4 Rate	12.46% First Place	Low Contested	View
Void	9 2 2 1 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Wukong ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ Rift Herald ★★ Baron Nashor	3.00 Avg Place	77.43% Top 4 Rate	26.57% First Place	Low Contested	View
Arcanist	6 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 ★★ Neeko ★★ Lux ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Annie ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Shyvana ★★ Sylas	★★ Lux ★★ Sylas	2.98 Avg Place	77.21% Top 4 Rate	33.46% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 2 ★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★ Veigar	3.04 Avg Place	77.18% Top 4 Rate	27.51% First Place	Low Contested	View
Bilgewater	3 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 ★★ Nautilus ★★ Miss Fortune ★★ Taric ★★ Wukong ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Lucian & Senna Ornn ★★ Shyvana ★★ Tahm Kench	★★ Lucian & Senna ★★ Miss Fortune	3.01 Avg Place	77.17% Top 4 Rate	31.08% First Place	Low Contested	View
Void	9 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Swain ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Baron Nashor	3.01 Avg Place	76.88% Top 4 Rate	30.40% First Place	Low Contested	View
Void	9 2 2 1 1 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Aatrox ★★ Baron Nashor	-	3.23 Avg Place	76.36% Top 4 Rate	20.00% First Place	Low Contested	View
Noxus	7 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ Ambessa ★★ Swain ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Kindred ★★ Mel	★★ Swain ★★ Ambessa	3.33 Avg Place	75.99% Top 4 Rate	21.11% First Place	Low Contested	View
Void	9 2 2 1 1 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Shyvana ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ Baron Nashor ★★ Kai'Sa	3.15 Avg Place	74.29% Top 4 Rate	26.33% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 ★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★ Veigar	3.42 Avg Place	74.27% Top 4 Rate	19.69% First Place	Low Contested	View
Arcanist Defender	6 2 2 1 1 1 1 ★★ Neeko ★★ Garen ★★ Lux ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Annie ★★ Shyvana ★★ Sylas	★★ Lux	3.24 Avg Place	73.67% Top 4 Rate	27.56% First Place	Low Contested	View
Targon	2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 ★★ Neeko ★★ Vi ★★ Diana ★★ Seraphine ★★ Swain ★★ Taric Azir Shyvana ★★ Aurelion Sol	★★ Taric ★★ Aurelion Sol	3.12 Avg Place	73.65% Top 4 Rate	30.39% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	-	3.41 Avg Place	73.19% Top 4 Rate	16.53% First Place	Low Contested	View
Bruiser Freljord	4 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Shen ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Lissandra ★★ Taric ★★ Wukong Volibear ★★ Ryze	Volibear ★★ Ryze	3.26 Avg Place	73.06% Top 4 Rate	23.94% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 ★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz Ziggs	-	3.30 Avg Place	72.88% Top 4 Rate	22.99% First Place	Low Contested	View
Noxus	3 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 ★★ Darius ★★ Renekton ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Azir ★★ Mel Shyvana Ryze Sylas	★★ Mel Sylas	3.45 Avg Place	72.73% Top 4 Rate	13.64% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 2 ★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★ Veigar	3.25 Avg Place	72.32% Top 4 Rate	24.40% First Place	Low Contested	View

Bruiser Void	4 4 3 2 2 2 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Swain ★★ Wukong Volibear Ziggs	★★ Rift Herald ★★ Kai'Sa	3.52 Avg Place	72.30% Top 4 Rate	11.95% First Place	Low Contested	View
Shadow Isles Warden	5 4 2 2 2 1 ★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Thresh	Thresh ★★ Kalista	3.51 Avg Place	71.91% Top 4 Rate	15.30% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 2 2 ★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Swain ★★ Veigar ★★ Ziggs	★★ Veigar ★★★ Kennen	3.36 Avg Place	71.90% Top 4 Rate	22.77% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 2 2 ★★ Lulu ★★ Rumble ★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar ★★ Wukong ★★ Ziggs	★★★ Kennen ★★ Veigar	3.37 Avg Place	71.85% Top 4 Rate	22.52% First Place	Low Contested	View
Freljord Invoker	5 4 2 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Anivia ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra Ornn ★★ Volibear Zilean	★★ Lissandra ★★ Volibear	3.29 Avg Place	71.79% Top 4 Rate	18.75% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 2 ★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★ Veigar	3.43 Avg Place	71.58% Top 4 Rate	20.00% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 2 ★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★ Veigar ★★★ Kennen	3.35 Avg Place	71.15% Top 4 Rate	25.52% First Place	Low Contested	View
Shadow Isles Warden	5 5 2 1 1 ★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Fiddlesticks Ornn ★★ Thresh	★★ Kalista ★★ Thresh	3.41 Avg Place	71.15% Top 4 Rate	15.38% First Place	Low Contested	View
Demacia Longshot	5 3 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 ★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Poppy ★★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Swain ★★ Taric Galio	★★★ Vayne ★★ Garen	3.59 Avg Place	68.62% Top 4 Rate	15.99% First Place	Low Contested	View
Ionia Slayer	7 4 2 1 1 1 ★★ Shen ★★ Yasuo ★★ Kennen ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone ★★ Yunara Aatrox Sett	★★ Wukong ★★ Yunara	4.03 Avg Place	62.42% Top 4 Rate	10.09% First Place	Low Contested	View
Yordle	8 2 2 ★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★ Veigar	3.96 Avg Place	59.66% Top 4 Rate	15.87% First Place	Low Contested	View
Shadow Isles Warden	5 5 2 2 1 ★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Ornn Thresh	★★ Kalista Thresh	4.12 Avg Place	58.39% Top 4 Rate	11.19% First Place	Low Contested	View
Void	9 2 1 1 1 ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Ornn ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ Rift Herald ★★ Kai'Sa	4.51 Avg Place	50.52% Top 4 Rate	7.22% First Place	Low Contested	View
Demacia	7 2 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Lux ★★ Swain Galio	★★ Vayne	4.36 Avg Place	50.27% Top 4 Rate	7.47% First Place	Low Contested	View
Demacia	7 2 2 2 1 ★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Sona ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Lux ★★ Swain Galio	★★ Vayne ★★ Garen	4.63 Avg Place	48.77% Top 4 Rate	6.13% First Place	Low Contested	View
Warden Shadow Isles	5 4 2 2 2 1 ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Nautilus ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Thresh	Thresh ★★ Braum	4.49 Avg Place	45.89% Top 4 Rate	5.70% First Place	Low Contested	View
Demacia	7 2 2 1 1 ★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Sona ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Lux Galio	★★ Vayne ★★ Garen	4.65 Avg Place	45.05% Top 4 Rate	3.07% First Place	Low Contested	View
Demacia	7 2 2 2 2 1 ★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Sona ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Garen ★★ Lissandra ★★ Lux ★★ Swain Galio	★★ Lux ★★ Garen	5.54 Avg Place	37.50% Top 4 Rate	4.17% First Place	Low Contested	View
Demacia	7 2 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Sona ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Garen ★★ Lux ★★ Swain Galio Zilean	★★ Garen ★★ Lux	4.95 Avg Place	36.71% Top 4 Rate	5.70% First Place	Low Contested	View
Bilgewater	7 2 2 2 1 1 ★★ Illaoi ★★ Graves ★★ Twisted Fate ★★ Gangplank ★★ Nautilus ★★ Fizz ★★ Miss Fortune Ornn Tahm Kench	-	5.52 Avg Place	28.16% Top 4 Rate	4.21% First Place	Low Contested	View

TFT Set 16 Meta Analysis

This page displays 55 team compositions sorted by win rate to help you find the strongest compositions for climbing ranked, based on 41.6K games analyzed from ranked matches. The current meta shows an average win rate of 72.1% and average placement of 3.36 across all tracked compositions.

Top Performing Compositions

The highest win rate composition is Defender/Disruptor with Zoe as the primary carry, achieving a 93.2% win rate. Following closely is Bruiser/Caretaker at 91.9% win rate, and Blacksmith/Defender at 91.3%. These compositions represent the strongest options in the current meta for players looking to maximize their LP gains.

Playstyle Breakdown

Understanding how each composition plays helps you choose the right one for your game state:

Defender/Disruptor (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Zoe
Bruiser/Caretaker (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Sion
Blacksmith/Defender (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Jinx

Best for Winning Lobbies

If your goal is to win first place rather than just top 4, consider Bruiser/Defender which achieves first place in 45.3% of games. With only a 0.1% pick rate, this composition is rarely contested.

Most Consistent for Climbing

For players focused on consistent LP gains, Bruiser/Defender offers the best average placement at 2.00.Consistent compositions minimize bottom 4 finishes and provide steady climbing, even if they don't win lobbies as often.

Hidden Gems - Uncontested Picks

These compositions have above-average win rates but low pick rates, making them excellent choices when your primary composition is contested:

Defender/Disruptor: 93.2% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Bruiser/Caretaker: 91.9% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Blacksmith/Defender: 91.3% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate

Meta Contestation

The most popular composition is Blacksmith/Harvester with a 1.0% pick rate, and it maintains a strong 78.6% win rate despite high contestation. Defender/Demacia follows at 0.5% pick rate. When multiple players contest the same composition, consider pivoting to less popular alternatives to improve your odds.

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TFT Set 16 Comps FAQ

What is the best TFT comp in TFT Set 16?

The best TFT comp in TFT Set 16 is Defender/Disruptor with Zoe as the primary carry, achieving a 93.2% win rate and 2.37 average placement. This composition is effective for climbing ranked and consistently places in top 4.

How do I play the Defender/Disruptor comp?

To play Defender/Disruptor, focus on building around Zoe as your main carry. Look for Zoe and supporting units early, prioritize items that synergize with your carry, and aim to hit your power spike by level 7-8. This comp has a 0.1% pick rate, making it a relatively uncontested option.

What comps are good for climbing in TFT Set 16?

For consistent LP gains in TFT Set 16, Bruiser/Defender offers the best average placement at 2.00. Other reliable options include Defender/Disruptor (2.37 avg) and Star Forger/Defender (2.43 avg). Consistent comps minimize bottom 4 finishes and provide steady climbing.

What is the easiest TFT comp to play?

Defender/Disruptor is a great option for players looking for an easier climb. With a 93.2% win rate but only 0.1% pick rate, you're unlikely to be contested, making the game easier to navigate. Low contestation means you can naturally find your units without having to force pivots.

When should I force a comp vs flex in TFT Set 16?

In TFT Set 16, Blacksmith/Harvester has a 1.0% pick rate, meaning it's heavily contested. If you see others going for it, consider flexing into alternatives like Defender/Disruptor. Force a comp when you hit early units and items, or when it's uncontested. Flex when you see 2+ players competing for the same units.

Which comps have the highest win rates in TFT Set 16?

The top 3 win rate comps are: 1) Defender/Disruptor (93.2%), 2) Bruiser/Caretaker (91.9%), and 3) Blacksmith/Defender (91.3%). These represent the strongest compositions for maximizing LP in ranked games.

Why does win rate matter for TFT comps?

Win rate shows how often a composition achieves top 4 placement, which gains LP in ranked. High win rate comps like Defender/Disruptor (93.2%) consistently perform well across many games. However, also consider pick rate—heavily contested comps may underperform in your games if multiple players force them.