Want to level up your Clash of Clans base fast? You’re not alone. Upgrading quickly can mean dominating wars, farming resources faster, and climbing ranks. If you’re tired of waiting around, here’s how to supercharge your upgrades without wasting resources or gems.
1. Focus on Resource Management First
- Max out collectors early – Upgrade Gold Mines, Elixir Collectors, and Dark Elixir Drills as soon as possible. More resources mean faster upgrades.
- Protect your loot – Build strong defenses like Mortars and Wizard Towers to safeguard your resources from raids.
- Upgrade storage early – Bigger storages prevent overflow and let you stockpile for bigger upgrades.
- Use farming armies – Cheap troops like Barbarians, Archers, and Goblins are perfect for farming resources quickly. Check out Best Resource Farming Strategies in Clash of Clans for more tips.
2. Prioritize Offense Over Defense
- Army Camps first – Bigger armies help you attack harder bases and loot more.
- Barracks and Spell Factories – Unlock advanced troops and spells early for better farming and Clan War strategies.
- Clan Castle – Upgrade this early to get more reinforcements for attacks and defense.
- Heroes matter – Focus on upgrading your Barbarian King and Archer Queen—they’re game-changers in raids. Learn more in the Clash of Clans Hero Upgrade Guide.
3. Builders—Always Keep Them Busy
- Get all 5 builders early – Save gems for builders instead of speeding up upgrades. Builders are key to faster progression.
- Use Builder Potions – These temporarily boost builder speed and help finish upgrades faster.
- Plan upgrades carefully – Prioritize longer upgrades at night so they finish by the time you log in. For Builder Base-specific tips, check Builder Base Upgrade Tips.
4. Don’t Rush Your Town Hall
- Max out everything first – Rushing to the next Town Hall without upgrading defenses and troops will make you an easy target.
- Exceptions – Move to the next level if all Elixir-based upgrades are maxed but Gold upgrades remain. This prevents wasted resources.
- Unlock new defenses – At higher Town Hall levels, better defenses can protect resources while you focus on upgrading.
5. Use Magic Items Wisely
- Hammers – Hammers of Building, Fighting, and Spells can instantly complete upgrades without waiting.
- Books – Books finish upgrades instantly and are perfect for longer upgrades like Heroes.
- Runes – Fill up storage instantly for big upgrades without farming.
6. Gems—Spend Smart
- Buy Builders, not boosts – Save gems for permanent upgrades like builders instead of short-term boosts.
- Complete Achievements – Earn free gems by completing achievements like clearing obstacles or winning stars in battles.
- Mine obstacles – Clear trees, bushes, and stones for small gem boosts.
7. Join an Active Clan
- Clan Wars and Leagues – Earn extra loot and magic items through war victories.
- Clan Games – Complete tasks for valuable rewards like books, potions, and hammers.
- Donations help – Request troops and spells to strengthen attacks without using resources.
8. Gold Pass—The Best Investment
- Unlock premium perks – 20% upgrade cost reductions, free magic items, and faster build times.
- Perfect after Town Hall 7 – Once upgrades get more expensive, the Gold Pass pays for itself.
9. Plan Your Base Layout for Defense
- Farming bases – Focus on protecting storages to save resources.
- War bases – Design layouts to defend against high-level attacks in Clan Wars.
- Hybrid bases – Balance trophy pushing and resource protection.
10. Farming Strategies for Quick Resources
- Sneaky Goblins (TH11+) – Ideal for quick raids and looting storages.
- Barch (Barbarians + Archers) – Cheap and effective for farming dead bases.
- GiBarch (Giants + Barbarians + Archers) – Stronger version for tougher bases.
- Mass Miners (TH10+) – Excellent for quick loot without too many losses.
11. Advanced Tools to Track Progress
- Clash Ninja – Track upgrades and plan strategies.
- Events Calendar – Follow game events for discounts and free rewards.
12. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Ignoring collectors – Low-level collectors mean slower resource generation.
- Focusing only on walls – Prioritize offense and defenses first.
- Rushing Town Hall – Weak bases get destroyed in higher leagues.
- Wasting gems – Gems are best used for builders, not speeding up upgrades.
Final Thoughts: Upgrade Faster and Smarter
Faster upgrades in Clash of Clans are all about planning, prioritizing, and using your resources wisely.
Focus on offense, keep builders busy, and avoid rushing your Town Hall.
Use gems and magic items strategically, join an active clan, and make the most of farming strategies.
Follow these steps, and you’ll have a maxed-out base in no time.