This SCP: Secret Laboratory tier list ranks every major option by overall effectiveness. Rankings factor in damage output, survivability, versatility, gear requirements, and how well each option scales.
Tier definitions: S = best in class, always a strong pick. A = strong and competitive, minor weaknesses. B = solid but clearly outperformed in most situations. C = viable only for players who enjoy the playstyle.
Builds Rankings
| Tier | Build | Rating | Playstyle |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Class-D Personnel | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Scientist | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Facility Guard | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Nine-Tailed Fox | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
| A | Chaos Insurgency | 8.5/10 | Balanced approach |
Detailed Builds Analysis
Class-D Personnel (A-Tier)
Class-D Personnel is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: COM-15. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Scientist (A-Tier)
Scientist is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: FSP-9. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Facility Guard (A-Tier)
Facility Guard is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: Crossvec. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Nine-Tailed Fox (A-Tier)
Nine-Tailed Fox is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: MTF-E11-SR. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Chaos Insurgency (A-Tier)
Chaos Insurgency is a competitive option in the current meta.
Best with: Logicer. See our builds guide for full setup. Stat focus: Balanced stats
Equipment Rankings
| Equipment | Best With | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| COM-15 | Class-D and Scientists who need something rather than nothing. | A slow firing 9x19mm sidearm from PG Arms with high damage per shot. |
| FSP-9 | Guards holding short corridors in Light and Heavy Containment. | The standard issue submachine gun of Facility Guards: light damage per hit, high rate of fire, and a magazine that empties quickly if you panic. |
| Crossvec | Anyone who picks one up in Heavy Containment and wants accuracy at short range. | A compact automatic weapon sitting between the FSP-9 and the rifles, controllable enough to land headshots in a corridor fight without a rifle's weight. |
| MTF-E11-SR | Trading with SCPs at range while three teammates fire at the same target. | The Nine-Tailed Fox rifle and the strongest general purpose firearm in the game, which is why an organised respawn wave usually flips the direction of a round. |
| Logicer | Chaos Insurgency pushing Entrance Zone or holding the Surface for escaping Class-D. | The Chaos Insurgency light machine gun, carrying enough ammunition to keep firing through the window where everyone else has to reload. |
Check our weapons guide for in-depth stats and comparisons.
Equipment Analysis
COM-15: A slow firing 9x19mm sidearm from PG Arms with high damage per shot. It is a backup rather than a primary, and it is common enough that Class-D often find one first.
FSP-9: The standard issue submachine gun of Facility Guards: light damage per hit, high rate of fire, and a magazine that empties quickly if you panic.
Crossvec: A compact automatic weapon sitting between the FSP-9 and the rifles, controllable enough to land headshots in a corridor fight without a rifle's weight.
MTF-E11-SR: The Nine-Tailed Fox rifle and the strongest general purpose firearm in the game, which is why an organised respawn wave usually flips the direction of a round.
Logicer: The Chaos Insurgency light machine gun, carrying enough ammunition to keep firing through the window where everyone else has to reload.
Meta Analysis
The current meta in SCP: Secret Laboratory centers on Role assignment and respawn waves and Keycard access levels. Builds that leverage both systems outperform those that focus on only one. Our combat guide explains these interactions in depth.
What's strong right now:
- Class-D Personnel with COM-15 is the benchmark. Everything else is measured against it.
- SCP-914 refinement builds are gaining ground as players find new combinations.
- Facility Guard remains essential for learning hard content. See the boss guide.
What's underrated:
- Scientist is consistently overlooked despite being the most flexible option.
- Crossvec offers excellent performance for its investment level.
What's overhyped:
- Pure Chaos Insurgency builds. High ceiling but the consistency isn't there for most players.
Quick Picks by Situation
| Situation | Best Build | Best Gear | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall best | Class-D Personnel | COM-15 | Highest consistent performance |
| New player | Scientist | FSP-9 | Most forgiving, teaches mechanics |
| Hard content | Facility Guard | Crossvec | Survivability when you need it |
| Group play | Nine-Tailed Fox | MTF-E11-SR | Utility and team support |
| Experienced player | Chaos Insurgency | Logicer | Unique challenge and high ceiling |
More SCP: Secret Laboratory Guides
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- SCP: Secret Laboratory Walkthrough
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Beginner's Guide
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Tips & Tricks
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Weapons Guide
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Combat Guide
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Boss Guide
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Maps & Locations
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Crafting Guide
- SCP: Secret Laboratory Classes & Characters
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