English For CookieRun Classic beginners, choosing which Cookie to invest in can make a huge difference, especially since resources are limited and not every Cookie performs equally well. While every Cookie has unique strengths, only a handful consistently stand out thanks to their scoring potential, survivability, Combi Pet synergy, and long-term performance. Whether you're looking for the best Cookie to upgrade first or searching for the strongest Cookie and Pet combinations for high-score runs, this tier list will help you spend your resources more efficiently.
In this CookieRun Classic tier list, we've ranked every Cookie based on their performance at maximum level, taking into account their skills, official Combi Pets, Treasures, and overall value across different game modes. If you prefer playing on a larger display, OSLink also lets you play CookieRun Classic on PC with customizable keyboard, mouse, or controller controls, making long runs more comfortable and helping you react more consistently while chasing higher scores.
CookieRun Classic Tier List Overview
This tier list is based on each Cookie's overall performance at Level 8 with its official Combi Pet, Cookie Treasure, and Evolved Treasure where applicable. Rather than ranking Cookies by their in-game grade, we evaluated how they perform in real gameplay across multiple situations.
Our rankings are based on the following factors:
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Scoring Potential – Ability to generate high scores through skills, Jellies, Blast Mode, transformations, and special mechanics.
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Survivability – HP recovery, reduced HP drain, revives, shields, pit lifts, and overall consistency during long runs.
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Combi Pet Synergy – How well each Cookie performs with its official Combi Pet and the bonuses they provide together.
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Ease of Use – Whether a Cookie delivers strong results consistently without requiring difficult mechanics or perfect execution.
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Endgame Value – Overall usefulness after reaching the maximum level with upgraded Treasures.
While some Cookies excel in specific areas such as Coin Farming or Survival, this tier list focuses on overall value, making it easier to decide which Cookies are worth investing in first.
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S Tier |
Princess Bari
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Admiral Gimbap
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Sea Fairy
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Pine Monk
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Barley Sentry
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Kaymak
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Hero
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A Tier |
Lemon
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Snow Sugar
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Roll Cake
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Soda
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Marshmallow Bunny
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Special Force
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Red Pepper
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White Choco
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Peppermint
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Vampire
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Herb
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Cocoa
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Blackberry
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Cream Puff  |
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Cherry Blossom
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Macaron
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Dino-Sour
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Lime
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Kaju Katli
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Pancake
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Manggaetteok
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Garaetteok
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Choco Pistachio
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Dandelion Fairy
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Peach |
Carol
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B Tier |
Cheerleader
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Devil
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Wizard
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Cherry
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Gumball
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Kiwi
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Werewolf
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Moon Rabbit
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Potato Salad
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Gulab Jamun
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Cinnamon
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Apple
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Orange
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Skating Queen
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Alchemist
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Fairy
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C Tier |
Knight
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Pirate
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Zombie
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Angel
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Ninja
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Muscle
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Coffee
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Buttercream Choco
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Cloud
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Cream
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Onion
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White Kimchi
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Lotus Root Phantom
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Cotton Candy
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S Tier – The Best Cookies in CookieRun Classic
S Tier Cookies are the strongest investments in CookieRun Classic, offering the best combination of scoring potential, survivability, Combi Pet synergy, and long-term value. These Cookies consistently perform at the highest level and remain competitive throughout the endgame.
If you're deciding where to spend your resources first, this is where you should start. While every Cookie has unique strengths, the Cookies below stand above the rest thanks to their reliable performance across a wide range of game modes.
Princess Bari Cookie
Best For: High Scores • Trophy Race • Long Runs
Best Combi: Ghoul Cake
Strengths
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Creates multiple Flower Jellies that continuously build toward her powerful Sacred Tree phase.
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Healing Water Jellies restore HP while also triggering Blast Mode, allowing Princess Bari to maintain both survivability and scoring without sacrificing momentum.
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Excellent synergy between Jelly generation, HP recovery, and Blast Mode makes her one of the most consistent Cookies in the game.
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Easy to use despite her advanced mechanics, making her suitable for both new and experienced players.
Princess Bari offers one of the most complete skill sets in CookieRun Classic. Her ability to combine high-value Jelly generation, reliable HP recovery, frequent Blast activation, and excellent Combi Pet synergy allows her to perform consistently across almost every game mode. Unlike many Cookies that specialize in only one area, Princess Bari excels at both scoring and survival, making her one of the safest long-term investments for any account.
Admiral Gimbap Cookie
Best For: High Scores • Riding Maps • Endgame Progression
Best Combi: Chronicles of Run
Strengths
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Uses a dual-gauge skill that chains multiple scoring phases together.
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Troop attacks constantly crush obstacles while creating Jellies, keeping score generation active throughout the run.
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Riding mode adds another layer of scoring while improving overall consistency on longer stages.
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Excellent obstacle control allows Admiral Gimbap to maintain momentum even on more difficult maps.
Admiral Gimbap is one of the most mechanically complete Cookies currently available in CookieRun Classic. His skill combines troop attacks, obstacle destruction, Jelly creation, and riding mechanics into a single, highly consistent package that rarely leaves downtime between scoring phases. Combined with his official Combi Pet, he delivers exceptional endgame performance and remains one of the strongest Cookies to prioritize for long-term progression.
Sea Fairy Cookie
Best For: High Scores • Blast-Focused Runs • Endgame Progression
Best Combi: Electro Lemon
Strengths
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Wave Blast delivers outstanding burst scoring while continuously crushing obstacles in its path.
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Sea Crystal Jellies provide a steady stream of bonus points throughout each Wave Blast.
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Power+ grants a chance to recover HP after collisions, making mistakes less punishing during longer runs.
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Simple skill mechanics make Sea Fairy one of the easiest high-tier Cookies to use effectively.
Sea Fairy remains one of the strongest scoring Cookies in CookieRun Classic thanks to her ability to combine massive Wave Blast damage with consistent Jelly generation and obstacle destruction. Her straightforward gameplay makes it easy to maximize her scoring potential, while her Power+ ability adds valuable survivability during longer runs. Combined with strong Combi Pet synergy, Sea Fairy is an outstanding investment for players looking to push higher scores without mastering complicated mechanics.
Pine Monk Cookie
Best For: High Scores • Long Runs • Consistent Scoring
Best Combi: White Dragon
Strengths
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Continuously converts Sutra Jellies into Coins before unleashing a Giant Buddha phase for even greater scoring.
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Giant Buddha transformation creates powerful scoring opportunities while maintaining excellent run consistency.
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Reduced HP drain helps extend runs and increases overall scoring potential.
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Simple gameplay loop makes Pine Monk effective even without advanced execution.
Pine Monk is one of the most reliable Cookies in CookieRun Classic thanks to his balanced combination of Jelly conversion, Coin generation, Giant transformation, and built-in survivability. His skills activate frequently and require very little micromanagement, allowing players to maintain consistently high scores across a wide variety of stages. When paired with White Dragon, Pine Monk becomes one of the safest and most rewarding Cookies to invest in for both mid-game progression and endgame content.
Barley Sentry Cookie
Best For: High Scores • Long Runs • Endgame Progression
Best Combi: Pegaplush
Strengths
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Gains a shield, Magnetic Aura, and bonus Jelly points while protected.
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Barley Jellies increase size and speed, leading to stronger scoring over time.
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Sentry Form triggers Blast, crushes obstacles, and restores HP at the end of the transformation.
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Excellent balance of offense, survivability, and consistency.
Barley Sentry is one of the most complete Cookies in CookieRun Classic. Rather than relying on a single powerful skill, every part of the kit works together to maintain momentum throughout a run. The combination of Magnetic Aura, Blast Mode, obstacle destruction, Giant scaling, and HP recovery creates exceptional consistency, making Barley Sentry a top-tier choice for players looking to maximize both score and survivability. With Pegaplush providing excellent Combi synergy, this Cookie remains one of the best long-term investments in the game.
Kaymak Cookie
Best For: High Scores • Riding Maps • General Progression
Best Combi: Honey Gourd
Strengths
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Riding the Milk Cloud provides frequent Blast opportunities and reliable score generation.
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Golden Honey Staff continuously crushes obstacles during Blast Mode.
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Summoned decoys create additional Kaymak Jellies while clearing the path ahead.
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High skill uptime keeps scoring active with very little downtime.
Kaymak combines several high-value mechanics into a smooth and consistent gameplay loop. His Milk Cloud riding skill, Blast attacks, summoned decoys, and obstacle destruction constantly work together to generate points without requiring complicated inputs from the player. This reliable performance, combined with strong Combi Pet synergy and excellent endgame scaling, makes Kaymak one of the safest Cookies to prioritize for long-term progression and competitive scoring.
Hero Cookie
Best For: Beginners • General Progression • High Scores
Best Combi: Jellyco Cube
Strengths
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Flying Blast combines obstacle destruction, Magnetic Aura, and reduced HP drain into one powerful skill.
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Delivers consistently high scores without requiring complex mechanics or precise timing.
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Excellent survivability allows Hero to maintain long runs while keeping scoring momentum.
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One of the easiest Cookies to master, making it a fantastic long-term investment.
Hero has remained one of the most dependable Cookies in CookieRun Classic because of his simple yet highly effective design. His Flying Blast activates regularly, clears obstacles, attracts nearby Jellies, and slows HP drain, allowing players to focus on maintaining their run instead of managing complicated mechanics. While newer Cookies often feature more elaborate skills, Hero continues to deliver exceptional results through consistency, reliability, and ease of use. Combined with Jellyco Cube, he remains one of the safest Cookies to prioritize for beginners and veteran players alike, making him a deserving member of the S Tier.
CookieRun Classic A Tier – Cookies Worth Investing In
A Tier Cookies are among the strongest choices in CookieRun Classic and are more than capable of achieving impressive scores. Many of these Cookies narrowly missed S Tier, often lacking just one defining advantage such as stronger survivability, better Combi Pet synergy, or greater endgame consistency.
If you don't have an S Tier Cookie yet, don't worry, many A Tier Cookies remain excellent long-term investments and can perform exceptionally well when paired with the right Combi Pet and Treasure.
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Lemon Cookie
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Best For: High Scores • Blast Runs • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Electro Lemon |
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A powerful all-round Cookie with Blast Mode, Magnetic Aura, and reliable obstacle destruction. Lemon delivers consistently high scores with a simple playstyle, but lacks the layered scoring mechanics that place the very best Cookies in S Tier. |
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Snow Sugar Cookie
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Best For: Long Runs • Riding Maps • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Snow Globe |
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Snow Sugar combines riding mechanics, HP recovery, and multiple scoring phases into one dependable package. The Great Snow King provides excellent consistency, making this one of the strongest riding-focused Cookies in the game. |
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Roll Cake Cookie
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Best For: Blast Maps • General Progression • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Light Bros |
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Roll Cake delivers dependable scoring through Road Roller riding, Blast Mode, and frequent obstacle destruction. A well-balanced Cookie that performs consistently across most stages. |
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Soda Cookie
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Best For: High Scores • Blast Runs • Obstacle-Heavy Maps Best Combi Pet: Lemon Slice |
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Soda excels at chaining Blast Mode through HP Potions while clearing obstacles with powerful waves. His scoring remains highly consistent, especially on stages with frequent HP Potion spawns. |
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Marshmallow Bunny Cookie
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Best For: Beginners • Coin Farming • Long Runs Best Combi Pet: Soft Egg Bunny |
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Few Cookies offer as much versatility as Marshmallow Bunny. HP recovery, Blast Mode, Coins, Magnet effects, and bonus stages all work together to create a safe and rewarding playstyle. |
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Special Force Cookie
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Best For: High Scores • Obstacle Control • General Progression Best Combi Pet: AWOL Cracker |
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Star Candies and candy missiles constantly clear obstacles while generating points throughout the run. Special Force is a reliable offensive Cookie that narrowly misses S Tier. |
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Red Pepper Cookie
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Best For: Survivability • Crush Maps • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Paprika Punching Bag |
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Red Pepper combines Crush mechanics, obstacle resistance, and a built-in revive into an aggressive yet forgiving playstyle. A fantastic option for players who enjoy fast-paced runs. |
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White Choco Cookie
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Best For: Skilled Players • Blast Runs • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Pocket Watch Referee |
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White Choco rewards precise sliding with powerful Blast chains, obstacle destruction, and White Choco Jelly generation. Difficult to master but extremely rewarding. |
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Peppermint Cookie
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Best For: Riding Maps • Long Runs • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Paper Boat |
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The Peppermint Whale provides smooth riding sections, dependable Jelly generation, and excellent scoring consistency. One of the strongest riding specialists outside S Tier. |
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Vampire Cookie
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Best For: Evasion Maps • Long Runs • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Oak Barrel |
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Bat transformation combines obstacle evasion, HP recovery, and reliable mobility into a versatile scoring kit. Vampire remains one of the strongest transformation-based Cookies available. |
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Herb Cookie
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Best For: Long Runs • Beginners • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Herb Teapot |
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Herb balances HP recovery, slower HP drain, and Jelly conversion with remarkable consistency. Easy to play and dependable in almost every game mode. |
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Cocoa Cookie
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Best For: Survival • Riding Maps • Long Runs Best Combi Pet: Marshmallow Hamster |
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Flying on the Cocoa Mug provides excellent survivability while transforming ordinary Jellies into higher-value Marshmallow Jellies. A reliable choice for extended runs. |
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Blackberry Cookie
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Best For: General Progression • Long Runs • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Ghost Butler |
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Blackberry steadily creates bonus Jellies while offering valuable HP recovery and revive support. Her simple mechanics make her both reliable and beginner-friendly. |
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Cream Puff Cookie
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Best For: High Scores • Jelly Farming • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Owlcorn |
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Cream Puff creates large numbers of Jellies, with occasional Jelly Storms dramatically increasing score potential. A fun Cookie with an impressive scoring ceiling. |
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Cherry Blossom Cookie
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Best For: Bonus Time • High Scores • Flying Maps Best Combi Pet: Tea Cup |
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Frequent flying phases and Cherry Blossom Jelly generation keep scoring consistent throughout a run. Easy to learn while remaining highly effective. |
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Macaron Cookie
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Best For: High Scores • Obstacle Maps • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Castanets |
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The Macaron Parade continuously creates Jellies while crushing obstacles for additional points. A dependable Cookie with a smooth gameplay loop. |
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Dino-Sour Cookie
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Best For: Giant Maps • Riding Maps • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Dino Egg |
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Jellysaur riding and Giant mechanics create reliable scoring opportunities with excellent mobility. Particularly effective on stages with frequent Giant Jellies. |
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Lime Cookie
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Best For: Riding Maps • Blast Runs • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Mr. Limeguard |
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Lime combines Giant mechanics, Crush Points, and Blast Mode into an enjoyable riding-focused playstyle with consistently strong results. |
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Kaju Katli Cookie
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Best For: Obstacle Maps • Blast Runs • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Parrot Dada |
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Powerful spear attacks and Blast Mode allow Kaju Katli to destroy obstacles while maintaining excellent score generation throughout the run. |
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Pancake Cookie
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Best For: Beginners • Flying Maps • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Pancake Frisbee |
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Pancake's flying skill creates a steady stream of Sunflower Jellies while remaining easy to learn. A dependable choice for newer players. |
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Manggaetteok Cookie
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Best For: Flying Maps • High Scores • Long Runs Best Combi Pet: Manggae Snail |
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Long gliding sections, Wind Jellies, and consistent mobility make Manggaetteok a smooth and reliable scoring Cookie. |
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Garaetteok Cookie
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Best For: Evasion Maps • High Scores • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Sotdae Flock |
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Combines Crush, Evasion, and flight mechanics into a versatile scoring kit that performs well across many different stages. |
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Choco Pistachio Cookie
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Best For: Riding Maps • General Progression • Long Runs Best Combi Pet: Choco Hedgehog |
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Fast riding mechanics and steady Jelly generation create a dependable Cookie that's easy to use while remaining competitive. |
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Dandelion Fairy Cookie
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Best For: Flying Maps • High Scores • Beginners Best Combi Pet: Baby Spore |
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Creates large numbers of Dandelion and Pom-Pom Jellies with a simple gameplay loop that's both accessible and rewarding. |
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Peach Cookie
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Best For: Skilled Players • Combo Runs • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Panda Dumpling |
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Peach rewards players who master Multi Jump mechanics with impressive scoring potential, though it takes more practice than most Cookies in this tier. |
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Carol Cookie
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Best For: Long Runs • General Progression • Versatile Playstyles Best Combi Pet: Yule Log Cake |
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Carol cycles between HP recovery, Coin generation, and obstacle conversion, making her one of the most flexible Cookies for players who value consistency over specialization. |
CookieRun Classic B Tier – Solid Choices for Progression
B Tier Cookies are reliable performers that can comfortably carry you through most of CookieRun Classic. While they may not match the consistency or scoring potential of higher-tier Cookies, they remain worthwhile options for progression, casual play, and players who enjoy their unique mechanics.
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Cheerleader Cookie
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Best For: Beginners • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Mini Orange Mouse |
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Cheerleader offers dependable Jelly generation and obstacle clearing through her teammates, making her a safe and beginner-friendly choice despite a lower scoring ceiling. |
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Devil Cookie
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Best For: Transformation • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Devil's Tail |
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Devil's transformation creates reliable Bear Jelly scoring, but newer transformation Cookies offer greater consistency and stronger endgame performance. |
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Wizard Cookie
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Best For: Beginners • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Magic Book |
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Wizard creates a steady stream of bonus Jellies and remains easy to use, although his overall scoring potential falls behind stronger modern Cookies. |
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Cherry Cookie
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Best For: Obstacle Maps • General Progression Best Combi Pet: Cherry Rabbit Drum |
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Cherry excels at destroying obstacles and generating bonus points, but lacks the versatility needed to compete with higher-tier Cookies. |
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Gumball Cookie
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Best For: Skilled Players • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Bubble Wave Shell |
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Gumball rewards precise timing with strong scoring opportunities, but his demanding mechanics make him less consistent than higher-ranked Cookies. |
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Kiwi Cookie
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Best For: Riding Maps • Speed Runs Best Combi Pet: Kiwi Bird |
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Kiwi's fast riding mechanics create smooth runs, though his overall scoring output is more limited compared to stronger riding specialists. |
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Werewolf Cookie
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Best For: Transformation • Long Runs Best Combi Pet: Moon Rabbit Dumpling |
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Werewolf becomes stronger during transformation and benefits from lower HP, but requires more setup than most top-tier scoring Cookies. |
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Moon Rabbit Cookie
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Best For: Giant Maps • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Rice Cake Bunny |
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Moon Rabbit performs well during Giant transformations but relies heavily on those moments to stay competitive. |
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Potato Salad Cookie
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Best For: Coin Farming • Riding Maps Best Combi Pet: Flying Potato Bug |
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Potato Salad is an excellent resource farming Cookie, although its overall scoring performance doesn't quite reach A Tier. |
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Gulab Jamun Cookie
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Best For: Coin Farming • Beginners Best Combi Pet: Rose Syrup Lamp |
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Gulab Jamun generates Coins consistently and is easy to play, making it a great farming Cookie despite modest leaderboard potential. |
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Cinnamon Cookie
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Best For: Survival • Long Runs Best Combi Pet: Cinnamon Bunny |
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Revives and card mechanics improve survivability, but the scoring output remains below the strongest survival-focused Cookies. |
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Apple Cookie
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Best For: Bonus Time • Skilled Players Best Combi Pet: Apple Rabbit |
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Apple performs best during Bonus Time and rewards experienced players, although her niche mechanics limit overall versatility. |
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Orange Cookie
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Best For: Skilled Players • Blast Runs Best Combi Pet: Orange Ball |
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Orange has an impressive scoring ceiling but requires excellent execution to outperform more forgiving Cookies. |
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Skating Queen Cookie
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Best For: Performance Maps • High Scores Best Combi Pet: Ice Pearl Coral |
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Skating Queen rewards precise movement and performance mechanics but demands more effort for results similar to stronger alternatives. |
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Alchemist Cookie
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Best For: Coin Farming • Combo Runs Best Combi Pet: Energy Scale |
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Alchemist offers an interesting mix of Coins and Jelly conversion, though the complex gameplay doesn't translate into top-tier scores. |
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Fairy Cookie
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Best For: Survival • Beginners Best Combi Pet: Flower Fairy |
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Fairy's shields and Magnetic Aura provide valuable protection for new players, but her scoring potential is limited compared to higher-tier Cookies. |
Best Cookie + Pet Combinations in CookieRun Classic
Pairing a Cookie with its official Combi Pet is one of the easiest ways to maximize scoring and consistency. While every Cookie benefits from its partner, top tier pet combinations below stand out thanks to their excellent synergy, survivability, and overall performance.
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Why This Combination Works |
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Princess Bari
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Ghoul Cake
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Ghoul Cake complements Princess Bari's Flower Jelly generation with additional Tear Jellies and HP recovery, creating one of the strongest all-around combinations for scoring and long runs. |
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Admiral Gimbap
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Chronicles of Run
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Supports Admiral Gimbap's multi-phase skill by extending score generation throughout troop attacks, riding sections, and obstacle destruction. |
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Sea Fairy
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Electro Lemon
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Strengthens Sea Fairy's Blast-focused playstyle with additional scoring opportunities while maintaining smooth and consistent gameplay. |
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Pine Monk
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White Dragon
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Pairs perfectly with Giant Buddha transformation by improving survivability and maintaining consistent score generation during longer runs. |
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Barley Sentry
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Pegaplush
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Reinforces Barley Sentry's shield, Magnet, Blast Mode, and HP recovery, allowing every skill cycle to generate reliable points. |
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Kaymak
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Honey Gourd
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Enhances Kaymak's Milk Cloud riding, summoned decoys, and Blast attacks, resulting in steady scoring with minimal downtime. |
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Hero
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Jellyco Cube
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Flying Blast, Magnetic Aura, and reduced HP drain combine into a dependable setup that's easy to use while remaining highly effective in the endgame. |
Best CookieRun Classic Cookie Recommendations
Not every Cookie excels in the same area. While the S Tier Cookies offer the best overall performance, some Cookies stand out in specific playstyles such as Coin Farming, Survival, or Riding. If you're looking for the best Cookie for a particular purpose, the recommendations below are a great place to start.
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Recommended Cookie |
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Best Overall Cookie |
Princess Bari – The most complete Cookie in the game, combining exceptional scoring, survivability, and outstanding Combi Pet synergy. |
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Best Endgame Investment |
Admiral Gimbap – One of the strongest long-term investments thanks to his multi-phase skill, riding mechanics, and incredible scoring potential. |
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Best Blast Cookie |
Sea Fairy – Dominates Blast-focused runs with massive obstacle destruction and consistently high scores. |
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Best Long Run Cookie |
Pine Monk – Giant transformation, Coin generation, and reduced HP drain make Pine Monk one of the safest Cookies for extended runs. |
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Best Balanced Cookie |
Barley Sentry – Combines offense, survivability, Magnet effects, Blast Mode, and HP recovery into one complete package. |
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Best Riding Cookie |
Kaymak – Milk Cloud riding, Blast attacks, and summoned decoys provide excellent scoring with remarkable consistency. |
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Best Beginner Cookie |
Hero – Easy to learn, highly reliable, and remains effective from the early game all the way into the endgame. |
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Best Coin Farming Cookie |
Mint Choco – The best choice for farming Coins efficiently thanks to his strong Coin generation and speed-based gameplay. |
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Best Survival Cookie |
Cocoa – Outstanding HP recovery and riding mechanics make Cocoa one of the safest Cookies for difficult or longer stages. |
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Best Skill-Based Cookie |
White Choco – Rewards experienced players with excellent scoring potential through precise movement and Blast chains. |
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Best Free-to-Play Investment |
Hero – Accessible, beginner-friendly, and one of the few Cookies that continues to perform well even after unlocking stronger characters. |
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Most Underrated Cookie |
Marshmallow Bunny – A versatile Cookie with HP recovery, Magnet effects, Coin generation, and Blast Mode that deserves more attention than its ranking suggests. |
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Conclusion
Choosing the right Cookie to invest in can significantly improve your progression in CookieRun Classic, especially when resources are limited. While Princess Bari, Admiral Gimbap, Sea Fairy, Pine Monk, Barley Sentry, Kaymak, and Hero stand out as some of the strongest long-term investments, many A Tier Cookies can also deliver excellent results when paired with the right Combi Pet and Treasures. As new Cookies and balance updates arrive, keep adjusting your roster to stay competitive. If you prefer playing on a larger display, you can also play CookieRun Classic on PC through OSLink, giving you customizable keyboard, mouse, or controller controls to make long runs more comfortable and help you react more consistently while chasing higher scores.
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