Let's get straight into it and talk firepower, with a total of 29 weapons in our arsenal it’s clear that some may outclass others. In this adrenaline fueled battle royale, knowing what weapons to wield can make a difference. That’s why I’m here to reveal the top 10 best weapons for racking up kills in Apex Legends.
10. Sentinel (Good)
"Sentinel: Amp up your firepower"
Let's start off the list with a beast of a bolt action sniper, The Sentinel. This isn’t your average sniper rifle as its standout feature lies in its capabilities to be amped up which increases its damage by 25% for a solid 120 seconds but it does take 5 seconds to amp it.
Damage
Now, when it comes to damage, we're talking a base body shot damage of 70 and a headshot damage of 126 but when amped its base body shot damage increases to 88 and headshot damage 158.
Magazine
To even the odds, it consumes sniper ammo and is equipped with a small magazine starting off with 4. For the common mag it's 5, 6 rounds for the rare mag, and 7 if you're lucky enough to find an epic or gold mag. Tactical reload is 2.5 seconds, while a full reload will take you 3.5 seconds.
Power
In the right hands, this sniper’s a game changer. But in my opinion even though this sniper can make you a threat, it's only temporary as due to its mag you're limited. There's another contender on this list that makes you a constant threat but we’ll get into that later.
Summary
Excellent Damage
Great for long range
Capability to be amped puts this sniper above others
9. R-99 (Good)
"R-99: Unleash rapid-fire fury"
Once upon a time, the R-99 reigned supreme as the undisputed best SMG due to it having the fastest fire rate and a good damage for an SMG. It's unfortunate nerf led to its swift descent from the top, the r-99 has seen many nerfs over the past seasons, such as reducing its damage but recently it received a ADS vertical and horizontal recoil increase.
Damage
With a current body damage of 11, and headshot damage of 14. Its fast fire rate makes up for the poor damage.
Magazine
The R-99 consumes light ammo and its magazine starts off with a modest size of 17, with a common mag you’ve now got 20, rare mag increases it to 23 and with an epic / gold mag it reaches 26. Tactical reload time is 1.8 seconds and full reload time is 2.45.
Power
Overall the R-99 is still decent but due to the nerfs, the reduced damage output makes it less effective in quickly taking care of enemies however it still holds its ground in the early game due to everyone having low evo shields.
Summary
Best fire rate out of all SMG’s
Okay damage
Lowest damage SMG
8. C.A.R SMG (Excellent)
"C.A.R SMG: Your trusted companion for constant firepower"
Onto the C.A.R SMG, also known as the Combat Advanced Round SMG released in Season 11. This versatile weapon has the dynamic capability to utilise both heavy and light ammo.
Damage
The damage it outputs is solid for a SMG, with a body damage of 12 and a headshot damage of 15.
Magazine
Let’s talk about the C.A.R SMG’s magazine, it's pretty standard compared to most SMG’s in Apex. Starting off at 19 for the base mag, 21 for the common mag, 23 for the rare mag and 26 if you get your hands on an epic/gold mag.
Power
Overall the C.A.R SMG is one of the most reliable SMGs in the game and its adaptability makes it a great gun to pick up at the start of the game, however there are better options on this list.
Summary
This gun’s dual ammo capability makes it adaptable and reliable
Decent damage for an SMG
Standard Magazine size for an SMG
7. Nemesis (Excellent)
"Nemesis: Harness the power of energy burst fire"
The Nemesis is a 4 round burst AR. The Nemesis has a unique feature where it has an energy meter which fills up the more you fire it, the fire rate will increase relative to the charge. Each burst fired adds 16.5% charge whether or not targets are hit. After 5 seconds without being fired, charge decreases by 15% per second. It's reload time is 2.7 seconds.
Damage
With a body damage of 16 and headshot damage of 28.
Magazine
The Nemesis has a decent base mag of 20, with a common mag its 24, rare mag increases it to 28 and with a epic/gold mag it reaches 32.
Power
Overall the Nemesis is great as its adaptable with its Energy meter feature. This energy meter feature makes it the best burst assault rifle as if the energy meter is fully maxed out the Nemesis becomes a beast.
Summary
Energy meter feature makes this the best burst AR
Okay damage for an AR
Burst allows for more precise and controlled shots
6. Volt SMG (Best)
"Volt: the sole energy SMG contender"
The Volt SMG is the best auto SMG in the game with minimal recoil, decent fire rate and good damage.
Damage
With an amazing 15 to the body and 19 to the head.
Magazine
The Volt SMG consumes energy ammo and its magazine starts off with 19, with a common mag its 21, rare mag increases it to 23 and with an epic/gold mag it reaches 26. Tactical reload is 1.44 seconds and full reload is 2.03 seconds.
Power
Overall, this Volt SMG is a monster in the right hands. This SMG makes you a threat at close range and due to its minimal recoil you could use it at medium range, Mixing this SMG with a long range gun would create a destructive loadout.
Summary
Minimal Recoil
Good Damage
Decent Fire rate
5. Prowler (Best)
"Prowler: Reign supreme as the lone burst SMG"
The burst SMG also known as the Prowler is the only burst SMG in the game.
Damage
With a current body damage of 15 and a headshot damage of 23.
Magazine
It uses heavy ammo and Starts off with 20, with a common mag its 25, rare mag increases it to 30 and with an epic/gold mag it reaches 35. Tactical reload time is 1.8 seconds and full reload time its 2.34 seconds.
Power
It's good damage mixed with its fast fire rate lead to the Prowler being a menace.
Summary
Good damage
Minimal Recoil
Fast Fire Rate
4. Peacekeeper (Best)
"Peacekeeper: Delivering justice one shot at a time"
The Peacekeeper, which is the best shotgun in apex legends due to its high damage output but if you find the disruptor rounds hop up then this shotgun becomes an annihilator.
Damage
With a base body damage of 99 and a headshot damage of 121. With the Disruptor rounds hop up the body damage increases to 121 and headshot damage reaches 154.
Magazine
This shotgun consumes shotgun ammo and has a standard mag size of five. Tactical reload time is 2.5 seconds and full reload is 3.5 seconds.
Power
In the right hands this shotgun can annihilate anything at close range, especially when peeking in and out of cover. Mix this shotgun with a long range gun and you’ll have an unstoppable loadout.
Summary
High damage output
Shotgun highly effective at close range
3. R301 (Best)
"R301: The pinnacle of versatility"
The R301 is an Executioner.
Damage
With a body damage of 13 and headshot damage of 23.
Magazine
This assault rifle consumes light ammo. It starts off with a base mag at 18, with a common mag its 20, rare mag increases it to 25 and with an epic / gold mag it reaches 28. Tactical reload is 2.4 seconds and full reload is 3.2 seconds.
Power
The R301 is the reliable choice out of the AR’s due to its low recoil and decent fire rate making it deadly in any hands.
Summary
Low recoil
Decent fire rate
Okay damage
Single shot firing mode makes long range easier
2. 30-30 Repeater (Best)
"30-30 Repeater: Precision meets power"
The 30-30 Repeater is the best marksman in the game as it makes you a constant threat at any medium and long range. The skull piercer hop up can be used with the 30-30 which boosts headshot damage.
Damage
With a body shot damage of 53 and a base headshot damage of 85, with the skull piercer hop up its headshot damage reaches 95.
Magazine
The 30-30 repeater consumes heavy ammo and starts off with a base mag of 6, with a common mag its 7, rare mag increases it to 8 and with an epic/gold mag it reaches 10. The 30-30 repeater reloads its rounds one by one so it's 0.33 seconds per round.
Power
The 30-30 repeater is a devastating force to go up against as it has an above average fire rate for a marksman.
Summary
Amazing headshot damage
Great at long range
Good damage
1. Flatline (Best)
"Flatline: Command the fight with brute force"
Rounding out our list is the Flatline, hailed as the ultimate auto Assault rifle in Apex Legends, thanks to its unrivalled damage output and adaptability.
Damage
The flatline has incredible damage with a body damage of 18 and headshot damage of 32.
Magazine
Starting off with its base mag at 20, with a common mag its 25, rare mag increases it to 28 and an epic/gold mag reaches 30. Tactical reload is 2.4 seconds and full reload is 3.1 seconds.
Power
Overall the Flatline is a monstrosity, It has two fire modes, single and auto allowing for adaptability. If you learn to control the recoil, which scares off most people then you’ll be racking up kills.
Summary
Unmatched damage output for a auto AR
High recoil
Single shot fire mode makes long range easier
Slow fire rate compared to other AR’s
Conclusion
Now that you know the top 10 best weapons in Apex Legends for kills, you’re ready to dominate the battlefield like never before. These weapons offer unparalleled versatility and power so gear up, lock in, and prepare to unleash devastation on your enemies.
