Pokémon Masters tier list - the best sync pairs by type

Like many other popular mobile games at this point, Pokémon Masters features dozens of units players can collect; with some noticeably better than others. That's why a Pokémon Masters tier list is extremely useful. Weakness and resistance values can make identifying the best difficult at times, as each and every unit is better or worse depending on the battles ahead.

Before we get into that though, a brief description: Pokémon Masters splits your sync pairs into four different roles, including physical, special, tech, and support, with each of them operating differently. We'll go into more details as to how each of them functions later in this guide. We're more invested in the best sync pairs available, admittedly, so we're going to focus on that. Here are our favourites so far.

So, without further ado, let's dive into our Pokémon Masters tier list.

Pokémon Masters tier list for best physical striker sync pairs

The 'sweeper' style of play has long been popular in competitive mainstream Pokémon titles, so we're starting things off with the strongest physical attackers in the game.

Recommended Pokémon Masters physical striker sync pairs

Cynthia and Mega Garchomp

When used with the Acerola and Palosand Tech sync pair, Cynthia and Mega Garchomp become almost unstoppable. While Palosand whips up an intense sandstorm and boosts the party's attack and critical hit rate, Mega Garchomp performs devastating damage.

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Hilbert and Mightyena

Hilbert and Mightyena are one of very few early game Dark-type sync pairs. The pair has extremely high HP, but can take some time to set up in order to reach their full potential.

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Gloria and Zacian

This late-game sync pair has amazing stats that make the duo extremely versatile. With the right team supporting Zacian, taking down even the toughest foes is easy with the jaw-dropping power of Behemoth Blade.

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Pokémon Masters tier list for best special striker sync pairs

Much like the physical striker, special strikers excel in dealing large amounts of damage; usually at the cost of personal bulk.

Recommended Pokémon Masters special striker sync pairs

Sygna Suit Red and Mega Charizard X

Mega Charizard X is the fastest Pokémon to Mega Evolve, meaning it becomes an asset without much grind. With some of the best stats in-game, amazing attacks, and abilities that boost its power even further, Sygna Suit Red and Mega Charizard X are a must-have duo for any team.

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Lusamine and Pheromosa

Although Pheromosa doesn't have stats that match up to Mega Charizard X in the long run, it's still an outstanding early game striker. Pheromosa's great base stats and typing make this pair a great choice until you get Sygna Suit Red and Mega Charizard X.

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Karen and Mega Houndoom

Another sync pair that works well when used in conjunction with Acerola and Palosand, Houndoom gains some amazing stat boosts when enemies are debuffed.

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Pokémon Masters tier list for best tech sync pairs

Tech units specialise in punishing their targets with a barrage of status ailments. It isn't unusual for them to then carve out extra damage with their sync moves against inflicted foes, but paired with a matching striker, tech units can pin strong targets in place while another knocks them out of the field.

Recommended Pokémon Masters tech sync pairs

Sygna Suit Leaf and Mega Venusaur

Sygna Suit Leaf and Mega Venusaur are as much of an asset to your crew as Sygna Suit Red and Mega Charizard X. Mega Venusaur is the ultimate tank with outstanding healing abilities and damage output.

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Acerola and Palossand

When used in a team with Cynthia and Mega Garchomp or Karen and Mega Houndoom, Acerola and Palossand are an extremely valuable duo. Palossand can raise the team's attack and critical hit rate and is hard to take down due to its sync move.

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Serena and Delphox

Delphox can dish out numerous status ailments and deal devastating damage to enemies. Serena and Delphox can support the team by removing status ailments with Can't Stop Us!, all while putting enemies to sleep and dealing some of the best damage in the game.

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Pokémon Masters tier list for best support sync pairs

Support units specialise in keeping the rest of the team fighting fit; not through healing, but tanking hits with their high bulk and buffing allies to hold their own.

Recommended Pokémon Masters support sync pairs

Sygna Suit Blue and Mega Blastoise

Much like the other Sygna Suit sync pairs, Sygna Suit Blue and Mega Blastoise are an asset to any team. Mega Blastoise is amazing at offering support and being a tank. It has some of the best stat buffing skills in-game and can take down any foe when in a team with a powerful striker.

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Sabrina and Mega Alakazam

Sabrina and Mega Alakazam help your striker out by providing great buffs to special attack, critical hit rate, accuracy, and defence. Mega Alakazam can also do some decent damage to enemies, making it a good all-rounder.

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Skyla and Swanna

Swanna is a versatile tank with some handy heals, buffing abilities, and outstanding defence. Skyla and Swanna will make sure the team stays alive while also helping out with damage.

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If you want more Pokémon content, our Pokémon TCG Pocket tier list can help you out! You can also download Pokémon Masters on Google Play and the App Store.