If you’ve ever stared at your favorite brawler’s upgrade screen frustrated that you’re just a few hundred points short of unlocking their next star power, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too, stuck with a level 7 El Primo that could wipe teams if only I had enough resources to bump him up to level 9. Figuring out how to get power points in Brawl Stars doesn’t have to mean emptying your wallet on microtransactions, either. After 3 years of casual and competitive play, I’ve tested every method in the book to grind these points efficiently, and I’m sharing only the ones that actually work without wasting your time.
How to Get Power Points in Brawl Stars: Legit Free Methods First
You don’t need to spend a single cent to build up a solid stock of power points if you know which in-game sources to prioritize. All of these methods are allowed by Supercell, so you don’t have to worry about account bans or scams, and most of them work passively as you play regular matches. I’ve broken down the most reliable free sources below, ordered by how easy they are to access for new and returning players alike.
- Trophy Road checkpoints: Every 50 to 100 trophies you earn across all brawlers unlocks fixed rewards, often including hundreds of power points for specific or random brawlers. You don’t have to do anything extra here besides play matches and climb ranks, making this the easiest passive source.
- Free Brawl Pass tiers: Even if you never pay for the premium Brawl Pass, the free track gives out power points every 2 to 3 tiers, plus occasional large bundles at mid-season and end-season milestones. You earn pass tokens just by playing matches, so you’ll unlock these without extra effort if you complete daily and weekly quests.
- Daily login rewards: The 7-day login cycle always includes at least one power point bundle, often 100 to 300 points, just for opening the game once per day. You don’t even have to play a match to claim these, so it’s worth 10 seconds of your time to open the app even on busy days.
- Event-specific rewards: Limited-time events like Brawlidays, Lunar New Year, or community challenges often give out power point bundles as rewards for winning 3 to 5 matches. These are time-limited, so check the events tab at least once a week so you don’t miss out.
All of these methods are 100% free, no strings attached, and you won’t risk getting your account banned for exploiting glitches or using third-party tools. The only downside is that they’re tied to your playtime and progression, so you won’t get thousands of points overnight. But if you play consistently 3 to 4 times a week, you can earn 2,000 to 3,000 power points a month without spending a dime.
Maximize Your Power Point Gains With Minor Daily Habits
Small, consistent actions can add up to hundreds of extra power points every month without you having to play more matches than you already do. I used to skip these small steps because I thought they weren’t worth the effort, but once I started doing them regularly, I cut my average upgrade time for a level 1 to level 11 brawler by almost 30%.
First, take advantage of daily quest rerolls. You get one free reroll per day, and you can use it to swap out a 10-token quest for a 20 or 30-token quest. That extra 10 to 20 tokens a day adds up to 2 extra free Brawl Pass tiers a month, which works out to almost 500 extra power points for 10 seconds of work. It’s a total no-brainer, even for casual players who only log in a few times a week.
You also want to check the shop twice a day, because it refreshes every 12 hours, and often has free power point bundles or 50-75% off discounted bundles that cost less than half the regular gold price. Just don’t buy full-price power points from the shop, ever. Gold is far more valuable for paying for upgrades once you have the points, so only buy discounted bundles if you have extra gold sitting around with no immediate use for it.
Don’t sleep on club wars either. Joining an active club that participates in weekly club wars gives you access to club chests that often have 500+ power points per week, just for playing 3 to 4 club matches. Even if you’re not a super competitive player, finding a casual club with low trophy requirements will give you a steady stream of extra points for very little extra effort.
Should You Spend Real Money on Power Points? Honest Breakdown
If you don’t mind spending a little cash to speed up progression, not all paid offers are created equal. Some offers give you incredible value for your money, while others are a total waste that will leave you feeling ripped off. I’ve spent around $30 on the game over 3 years, and only bought offers that I knew would give me more value than the free grind.
The Premium Brawl Pass is by far the best value for money, as it gives you 3 to 4 times more power points than the free track, plus extra gold, skins, and brawlers, all for around $10 a season. It pays for itself in value within the first 10 tiers, so it’s a good pick if you play consistently throughout the 2-month season. I buy the premium pass once or twice a year when there are skins I really want, and it always gives me enough points to upgrade at least two brawlers to max level per season.
Starter bundles for new players are also a solid deal, as they usually include 1,000+ power points, a new brawler, and gold for under $5. These are only available for players under 5,000 total trophies, so grab them if you’re just starting out and want a quick boost. But you should never buy standalone power point packs from the shop. These packs cost $10 or more for just 1,000 points, which is less than you’d get from a single premium Brawl Pass tier 20 unlock. That’s a huge waste of money, even if you’re in a hurry to upgrade a specific brawler.
Also, avoid any third-party sites that claim to give you free unlimited power points in exchange for your account login or survey completions. These are almost always scams that will either steal your account, install malware on your device, or never deliver the promised points. Supercell actively bans accounts that use these services, so it’s not worth the risk even if the offer sounds too good to be true.
Common Power Point Mistakes to Avoid Wasting Your Hard-Earned Resources
Even if you’re grinding points efficiently, bad resource management can set your progression back by months. I made almost all of these mistakes when I first started playing, so I’m sharing them to help you avoid the same frustration I went through.
One of the biggest mistakes I see new players make is spreading power points across every brawler they unlock, instead of focusing on 2 to 3 main brawlers they play most often. When I first started playing, I did exactly this: I put 100 points into every new brawler I got, and ended up with 8 level 4 brawlers and no points left to upgrade my main Shelly to level 9 for 2 whole months. It killed my rank progression, because I was stuck with an underpowered main against players with fully upgraded brawlers. To avoid this, make a short brawler priority list of 2 to 3 brawlers you enjoy playing that are good in the current meta, and put all your extra power points into those first until they hit level 11.
Another common mistake is trophy dropping to grind easier matches for rewards. This doesn’t actually work, because you earn fewer trophies per win at lower trophy levels, so you unlock Trophy Road rewards far slower than you would playing against evenly matched opponents at your true rank. You also miss out on club rewards if you drop too low, as most active clubs require a minimum trophy count to stay in, and club wars give out huge power point bundles for top-performing teams.
The last mistake to skip is hoarding power points for months waiting for a new brawler to release. New brawlers are often nerfed within a month of release, and you’ll be far better off upgrading your current main to climb ranks faster, which gives you more rewards overall. You’ll earn far more points waiting for the new brawler to drop if you’re climbing Trophy Road quickly, than you would if you hoard points and stay stuck at the same trophy level.
At the end of the day, figuring out how to get power points in Brawl Stars is all about consistent play and smart resource management, not fancy hacks or big spending. Stick to the free methods first, take advantage of discounted shop offers and daily rewards, and avoid wasting points on brawlers you don’t actually play, and you’ll have your favorite brawlers fully upgraded before you know it. I’ve used these exact methods to get 12 max level brawlers over 3 years without spending more than $30 total on the game, so they work for both casual and competitive players alike. Next time you log in, take 30 seconds to check your quests and the daily shop, and you’ll be surprised how fast your points add up.