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Warrior: Orc warrior with a grim look in heavy, spiked plate armorMonk: Pandaren monk with a straw hat

Warrior vs. Monk

First class

Warrior

Second class

Monk

Key differences

  • Only the Monk can heal.
  • Both fight in melee.
  • The Warrior wears plate, the Monk leather.
  • The Warrior is more beginner friendly.
  • Both do similarly well solo.
  • More races can play the Warrior (26 instead of 25).

At a glance

At a glanceWarriorMonk
RolesTank, DPSTank, Healer, DPS
ArmorPlateLeather
Combat styleMeleeMelee
Playable races2625
SpecializationsArms (DPS), Fury (DPS), Protection (Tank)Brewmaster (Tank), Mistweaver (Healer), Windwalker (DPS)
Beginner friendly4/52/5
Solo play4/54/5

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The classes in short

Warrior

The Warrior is a sturdy plate melee fighter that can deal damage (Arms, Fury) or tank (Protection). It is easy to learn and ideal for beginners who want melee without a spellbook.

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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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Frequently asked questions

Which is better: Warrior or Monk?

Neither class is better in general. The Warrior 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 Warrior and Monk?

Only the Monk can heal. Both fight in melee. The Warrior wears plate, the Monk leather.

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