Skull and Bones Ships Tier List: Best to Worst Ships Ranked

When sailing the high seas in Skull and Bones, choosing the right ship for the job is critical to finding success as a pirate. Not all vessels are created equal, and there are a lot of ships available in the game. So to help you choose which ship to sail with, we've compiled a tier list of the best and worst ships available in Skull and Bones.

Skull and Bones Tier List: Best to Worst Ships Ranked
Skull and Bones S-Tier Ship
Skull and Bones A-Tier Ships
Skull and Bones B-Tier Ship
Skull and Bones C-Tier Ships

Skull and Bones Tier List: Best to Worst Ships Ranked

Ranging from top-tier warships down to leaky buckets, read on for details on crafting or purchasing ships to become the best pirate in Skull and Bones!

Skull and Bones S-Tier Ship

Sentinel Cutter Skull and Bones.png — Sentinel Cutter Skull and Bones

Sentinel Cutter
Type	Support	Perks	Unburden
Base Rank	2	Cargo	26000
Speed	9 kn	Trimming Speed	13 kn
Hull Health	21000	Brace Strength	4200
Stamina	100	Furniture Slots	2

The Sentinel Cutter is a support vessel in Skull and Bones that earns the top spot on our list thanks to its unparalleled survivability. A combination of high speed and maneuverability makes hitting this sloop difficult, while its "Unburdened" perk restores hull integrity during battle. The Cutter also buffs nearby allies with healing, making it extremely useful for group play.

Skull and Bones A-Tier Ships

Bombardier Padewakang Skull and Bones.png — Bombardier Padewakang Skull and Bones

Vanguard
Type	Tank	Perks	Tenacity
Base Rank	5	Cargo	80000
Speed	10 kn	Trimming Speed	13 kn
Hull Health	50000	Brace Strength	25000
Stamina	100	Furniture Slots	4

Bombardier Padewakang
Type	DPS	Perks	Detonate
Base Rank	5	Cargo	70000
Speed	11 kn	Trimming Speed	14 kn
Hull Health	37000	Brace Strength	7400
Stamina	100	Furniture Slots	4

The Vanguard tank ship has the "Tenacity" perk to absorb damage while its many broadside cannons unleash devastating barrages. The Bombardier trades defense for pure damage potential, with its "Detonate" perk triggering explosive chain reactions against multiple foes. These two heavy-hitting medium ships provide the best all-around offensive power in Skull and Bones.

Skull and Bones B-Tier Ship

Firebrand Burge Skull and Bones.png — Firebrand Burge Skull and Bones

Firebrand Barge
Type	DPS	Perks	Wildfire
Base Rank	3	Cargo	30000
Speed	9 kn	Trimming Speed	12 kn
Hull Health	27000	Brace Strength	5400
Stamina	100	Furniture Slots	3

For smaller vessels, the Firebrand Barge deals high-burning damage to quickly cripple adversaries. The blazing "Wildfire" perk spreads flames in an area of effect, making this ship the bane of tightly-packed naval convoys. Meanwhile, the Blight Brigantine has fewer guns but makes up for it with ranged corrosion attacks that whittle down opponents.

Skull and Bones C-Tier Ships

Skull and Bones Ships Tier List.png — Skull and Bones Ships

While perfectly serviceable early-game options, the starting Exeter's Jholly Dhow and entry-level Bedar Rammer pale in comparison to high-end ships. Once captains gain more Infamy and blueprints, we recommend you stop sailing with these vessels for heavy-hitting alternatives.

Create a versatile fleet by including both long-range and short-range ships, allowing you to adjust strategies as needed. Choose your ships wisely from our Skull and Bones tier list for confidence in your sea adventures.