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Monk: Pandaren monk with a straw hatDemon Hunter: Demon hunter with horns, a glowing blindfold and green fel fire

Monk vs. Demon Hunter

First class

Monk

Second class

Demon Hunter

Key differences

  • Only the Monk can heal.
  • The Monk fights in melee.
  • The Demon Hunter fights in melee or at range, depending on the specialization.
  • Both wear leather.
  • The Demon Hunter is more beginner friendly.
  • Both do similarly well solo.
  • More races can play the Monk (25 instead of 3).

At a glance

At a glanceMonkDemon Hunter
RolesTank, Healer, DPSTank, DPS
ArmorLeatherLeather
Combat styleMeleeMelee and ranged
Playable races253
SpecializationsBrewmaster (Tank), Mistweaver (Healer), Windwalker (DPS)Havoc (DPS), Vengeance (Tank), Devourer (DPS)
Beginner friendly2/54/5
Solo play4/54/5

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The classes in short

Monk

The Monk is a highly mobile martial artist in leather that can play all three roles: Brewmaster tanks, Mistweaver heals, Windwalker deals melee damage. Its mechanics suit players with some experience.

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Demon Hunter

The Demon Hunter is the most mobile class in WoW. Havoc deals melee damage, Vengeance tanks, and the new Devourer spec from Midnight fights with Void magic from mid-range.

Learn more about the Demon Hunter ›
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Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Monk or Demon Hunter?

Neither class is better in general. The Demon Hunter is more beginner friendly. Both do similarly well solo. In the end, what matters is which playstyle you enjoy more.

What is the difference between Monk and Demon Hunter?

Only the Monk can heal. The Monk fights in melee. The Demon Hunter fights in melee or at range, depending on the specialization. Both wear leather.

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