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Druid: Druid with tusks and feathers in green and gold armorEvoker: Golden dragon against a blue sky

Druid vs. Evoker

First class

Druid

Second class

Evoker

Key differences

  • Only the Druid can tank.
  • The Druid fights in melee or at range, depending on the specialization.
  • The Evoker fights at range.
  • The Druid wears leather, the Evoker mail.
  • The Evoker is more beginner friendly.
  • The Druid does better solo.
  • More races can play the Druid (8 instead of 1).

At a glance

At a glanceDruidEvoker
RolesTank, Healer, DPSHealer, DPS
ArmorLeatherMail
Combat styleMelee and rangedRanged
Playable races81
SpecializationsBalance (DPS), Feral (DPS), Guardian (Tank), Restoration (Healer)Devastation (DPS), Preservation (Healer), Augmentation (DPS)
Beginner friendly2/53/5
Solo play4/53/5

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The classes in short

Druid

The Druid is WoW's shapeshifter and the only class with four specs: Balance (ranged), Feral (melee), Guardian (tank) and Restoration (healing). Maximum flexibility, with a learning curve.

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Evoker

The Evoker is a draconic caster in mail that fights at about 25 yards and charges up its spells. It plays damage (Devastation), healing (Preservation) or support (Augmentation), but no tank.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Druid or Evoker?

Neither class is better in general. The Evoker is more beginner friendly. The Druid does better solo. In the end, what matters is which playstyle you enjoy more.

What is the difference between Druid and Evoker?

Only the Druid can tank. The Druid fights in melee or at range, depending on the specialization. The Evoker fights at range. The Druid wears leather, the Evoker mail.

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