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Hunter: Night elf woman with long blue hair and face markings in green armorDruid: Druid with tusks and feathers in green and gold armor

Hunter vs. Druid

First class

Hunter

Second class

Druid

Key differences

  • Only the Druid can tank and heal.
  • Both fight in melee or at range, depending on the specialization.
  • The Hunter wears mail, the Druid leather.
  • The Hunter is more beginner friendly.
  • The Hunter does better solo.
  • More races can play the Hunter (26 instead of 8).

At a glance

At a glanceHunterDruid
RolesDPSTank, Healer, DPS
ArmorMailLeather
Combat styleMelee and rangedMelee and ranged
Playable races268
SpecializationsBeast Mastery (DPS), Marksmanship (DPS), Survival (DPS)Balance (DPS), Feral (DPS), Guardian (Tank), Restoration (Healer)
Beginner friendly5/52/5
Solo play5/54/5

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The classes in short

Hunter

The Hunter is a ranged fighter with an animal companion and is widely seen as the easiest class in WoW, especially as Beast Mastery. It can only deal damage but is extremely strong solo.

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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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Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Hunter or Druid?

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

What is the difference between Hunter and Druid?

Only the Druid can tank and heal. Both fight in melee or at range, depending on the specialization. The Hunter wears mail, the Druid leather.

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