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Paladin: Draenei with glowing eyes, a large shield and golden armorRogue: Worgen in dark armor, crouching in the shadows

Paladin vs. Rogue

First class

Paladin

Second class

Rogue

Key differences

  • Only the Paladin can tank and heal.
  • Both fight in melee.
  • The Paladin wears plate, the Rogue leather.
  • The Paladin is more beginner friendly.
  • The Paladin does better solo.
  • More races can play the Rogue (26 instead of 9).

At a glance

At a glancePaladinRogue
RolesTank, Healer, DPSDPS
ArmorPlateLeather
Combat styleMeleeMelee
Playable races926
SpecializationsHoly (Healer), Protection (Tank), Retribution (DPS)Assassination (DPS), Outlaw (DPS), Subtlety (DPS)
Beginner friendly4/52/5
Solo play5/53/5

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The classes in short

Paladin

The Paladin is a plate wearer wielding holy Light and, alongside Druid and Monk, can play all three roles: Holy heals, Protection tanks, Retribution deals damage. Plenty of emergency abilities make it very beginner friendly.

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Rogue

The Rogue is a melee fighter with stealth, poisons and lots of crowd control. It only deals damage, is strong in PvP and rewards experience, but it is more demanding for beginners.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Paladin or Rogue?

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

What is the difference between Paladin and Rogue?

Only the Paladin can tank and heal. Both fight in melee. The Paladin wears plate, the Rogue leather.

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