There is no single right answer, but there is a sweet spot. Here is how many tiers a tier list should have — and when to break the rule.
Most tier lists use five rows — S, A, B, C, D. It is enough to separate the great from the bad without splitting hairs, and it reads cleanly at a glance. If in doubt, start with five.
Add E and F (or extra rows) when you have many items or want finer distinctions — competitive rankings often go S through F. Just know that more tiers means more agonizing over close calls.
Three or four tiers work great for short lists or quick gut-checks — even a simple “Good / Okay / Bad” split. Fewer tiers makes the ranking faster and the verdict clearer.
In the tier list maker you can add, rename, recolor or remove tiers whenever you like — so start with five and adjust as you go.
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Farasat is an engineer who designs websites and builds practical online tools in his spare time. He created Tier List Maker after using other ranking sites that asked for an account, stamped watermarks on downloads, or simply did not work well on a phone. He is not a professional gamer or a self-described tier-list expert — he builds and maintains this site himself, fixes issues, and adds features based on what visitors actually ask for.