The Finals Best gadgets – our 7 essential picks to dominate rounds

Are you looking for the best gadgets in The Finals? Each Contestant in The Finals gets a choice of three tools to take with them into the arena, and there’s plenty to pick from.

Now that the game is out, we could extensively test all three Builds and their loadouts. Not all of the tools and guns were created equally in The Finals and gadgets can make or break your strategies.

We’ve got an elaborate best classes in The Finals guide that covers their specializations and how to effectively utilize them. And if you’ve decided to go Heavy, we’ve got the best Heavy builds in The Finals too. Now read on to see how gadgets factor into your playstyle.

Best gadgets in The Finals explained

Most of the Contestants can use the same Gadgets across each loadout, with only one or two tools being exclusive to the specific class. Medium Builds have Sonar Grenades while the Heavy has an RPG, for example. Just because only one class can use them, doesn’t mean they’re the best against foes.

Depending on your playstyle, you might require one item more than the other. For instance, Pyro grenades are a good offensive pick because they can destroy Goo obstacles. As for defensive tactics, the defibrillators let you bring teammates back quicker and retain your position in-game. These are the best gadgets to use in The Finals.

Guardian Turret

We’re starting off our list with one of the best zoning tools in the game. Use the Medium class’s Guardian Turret to maintain control over an area. It automatically targets enemies so you can focus your priorities elsewhere. It’s perfect when you want to protect an entry point or make a getaway to the nearest Cashout Station.

Defibrillators

The Defibrillators are easily one of the best Gadgets for the Medium build character to use, simply because they let you revive your dead allies in a pinch. While everyone can revive as standard, it just takes a long time. In comparison, the Defibrillator lets you revive allies in mere seconds.

The utility of this should speak for itself. If you’re the last one in your team defending a Cashout, and your allies are close by, you can bring one back in the blink of an eye and let you turn the tide of the battle for a heck of a comeback. Pair this with the Medium build’s Healing Beam and you’ll become a full-fledged medic who resurrects allies and keeps them alive.

Goo Grenade

The Goo Grenade might be the best Gadget in the entire game. You can use them to completely seal off areas and create defensive positions; something that is extremely useful during Cashouts. Since your tools recharge, you effectively have unlimited items which means they can always be used to block off windows, doors, and other entrances. The goo is extremely flammable so be careful if the enemy team has a flamethrower or Pyro grenades. It pairs well with the Cloaking device of the Light class, letting them flank enemies or hide behind cover.

Pyro Grenade

The Pyro Grenade is another brilliant tool everyone can use. When it explodes, it sets a small area of the map on fire and will damage anyone who wanders into it. If you have a team hiding in a small room, these grenades can put extreme pressure on them to reposition, giving you a chance to gain the upper hand. It can work well with both offensive and defensive tactics. And it’s more versatile than a regular Frag Grenade as an explosive.

Sonar Grenade

If intel is what you seek, then the Sonar Grenade should be brought with you at all times. When thrown, these grenades will highlight enemies nearby with a visual outline of them, letting you know where they are and if someone is trying to sneak up on you. It’s among the best gadgets in The Finals.

Sonar Grenades don’t last long, but they are extremely useful for controlling an area and defending a Cashout in combat. You can use them offensively or defensively, and you can’t do anything to stop yourself from being scanned by an opponent. You can even pick enemies off through walls and some destructible terrain with the help of Sonar grenades. Think of it as something similar to the Recon Senses specialization of the Light class.

RPG

Since almost the entire arena is destructible in The Finals, having something that can tear down walls, floors, and ceilings is beyond useful. The Heavy is the only class that can use the RPG, and it makes them experts in creating openings and exits.

Is the Cashout happening on the floor above you and it’s heavily defended? Blow up the floor from underneath and drop it down to your level. Need to get to the other side of a building? Blast a hole through the wall. Since it recharges, you can use the RPG over and over again after some time. The Heavy class can also wield a Sledgehammer as a weapon to clear terrain for their squad.

Breach Charge

The Breach Charge can and should be used like the RPG. These Gadgets are amazing at clearing out obstacles such as walls, floors, and other things that get in your way. They can be placed on any destructible surfaces and detonated remotely, giving you time to reposition and strategize as you start causing mayhem. And yes, Cashouts can be dropped into different floors with this incredible gadget.

Barricade

The Barricade can only be used by Heavy Contestants and it does exactly what it says on the tin. You can drop multiple barricades to act as cover while you’re out in the open. They can also be used as a way to slow down pursuing enemies by placing them in narrow corridors.

The barricade withstands damage and is invaluable for your team if you’re pushing up to an open objective area, or if you need to defend your position. Extremely versatile, the Barricade is a must-have Gadget in every Heavy loadout.

Jump Pad and Zipline

I’m pairing these two together since they’re great at enhancing the mobility of your squad. As a Medium class player, you can support your allies by letting them navigate terrain more easily. The Jump Pad is particularly potent when used on a draw bridge. Shoot the button to slowly get the bridge to an incline to maximize the potential of this gadget. As for the Zipline, it’s a great way to move between tall structures without risking a fall.

Dome Shield

As a team player, the Heavy class can choose to use the Dome Shield to protect their allies from damage. This isn’t limited to bullets as map conditions like meteors can make extraction and depositing multibucks a hassle across open spaces. Use this to protect your team as they tackle threats. Since it has a cooldown, you don’t have to be too picky about where you deploy this gadget.

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Remember that gadgets exist and recharge

While you might forget about your kit during a heated firefight, using all your tools can mean the difference between a squad wipe and a close call.

That’s all you need to know about the best Gadgets in The Finals. We picked these based on our time with the game. They should help both beginners and experienced players rework their existing loadouts and tactics. For more, read our guides covering the best guns in the game and how to use your reserve loadout. After a surprise drop from Embark Studios during The Game Awards 2023, The Finals is out on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Best gadgets The Finals FAQ

How many gadgets can The Finals players use at a time?

Players can have up to three gadgets at a time.

Can you pick up enemy gadgets in The Finals?

No, you can only pick up enemy weapons in The Finals.