Clash of Clans is a game where the goal is to keep improving and getting stronger as you play. Troops play a major role in Clash of Clans, and knowing the best order to upgrade them will help you level up your village faster.
If you’re a member of a clan, you might want to have better troops to show that you’re a valuable asset during wars. Upgraded troops are essential if you want to successfully defeat other TH10 players and earn those 3 stars.
In this guide, we will help you determine the right order for upgrading your Laboratory, which will ultimately speed up your progress as a Town Hall 10 player.
Miner
The Miner is a highly popular troop among Town Hall 10 players. They are incredibly effective at rapidly gathering resources since they require minimal training time.
Furthermore, Miners play a major role in the Hybrid Hog-Miner attack strategy, which is a powerful attack strategy for overpowering other Town Hall 10 opponents.
At Town Hall 10, you unlock the Miner, and you have the opportunity to upgrade them to level 3 at the same Town Hall level.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Elixirs) | Upgrade Time |
| 2 | 2,500,000 | 2 days, 4 hours |
| 3 | 3,200,000 | 3 days, 12 hours |
Lava Hound
Once you upgrade your Miner, you won’t need to worry about resources anymore. You can now avoid using other smaller troops that are mainly used for farming resources. Now it’s time to focus on boosting your offensive power!
Let’s kick things off with the mighty Lava Hound. The Lava Hound has been a popular choice for wars for nearly a decade.
After you’re done upgrading your Lava Hound, you can unleash its power using the LavaLoon attack strategy, which can obliterate your enemies and lead you to victory!
Lava Hound to level 3 upgrade cost: 50,000 Dark Elixirs
Lava Hound to level 3 upgrade time: 4 days, 6 hours
Freeze Spell
Once we’ve completed upgrading our Lava Hounds, the next important upgrade on our list is the Freeze Spell. This spell is incredibly useful and can greatly enhance your gameplay.
As a Town Hall 10 player, Freeze Spells serve as an important tool for protecting your troops against powerful defenses like Inferno Towers, Heroes, and Clan Castle troops.
Investing in upgrading your Freeze Spell will significantly increase its effectiveness and provide immense value to your attacks.
At TH10, you have the opportunity to upgrade the Freeze Spell three times, allowing it to progress from level 2 all the way up to level 5. This upgrade will allow you to easily attack other TH10s.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Elixirs) | Upgrade Time |
| 3 | 1,700,000 | 2 days, 14 hours |
| 4 | 3,000,000 | 4 days, 6 hours |
| 5 | 4,200,000 | 6 days |
Poison Spell
Another important spell that can greatly assist you in your attacks is the Poison Spell. This spell has the ability to significantly impact enemy troops and heroes by slowing them down and inflicting gradual damage over time.
Once you have completed upgrading the Freeze Spell, it’s highly recommended to prioritize the upgrade of the Poison Spell.
You will find the Poison Spell particularly useful when executing LavaLoon attacks, as it complements the strategy by providing additional control over the enemy base and weakening enemy units.
Make sure to include the Poison Spell in your upgrade plans to enhance the effectiveness of your LavaLoon attacks.
Poison Spell to level 4 upgrade cost: 43,000 Dark Elixirs
Poison Spell to level 4 upgrade time: 2 days, 14 hours
Bowler
At Town Hall 10, you unlock the Bowler, which can be upgraded to level 2. Bowlers bring significant value to your ground attacks and play a major role in popular strategies that focus on ground-based attacks.
These mighty troops have a unique ability to hurl their rocks, which can bounce off multiple defenses, inflicting substantial damage along the way.
Bowler to level 2 upgrade cost: 65,000 Dark Elixirs
Bowler to level 2 upgrade time: 3 days, 12 hours
Golem
The Golem excels at absorbing massive amounts of damage, acting as a reliable shield for your other ground troops. Its massive hitpoints make it an excellent choice for protecting your army during battles.
Golems hold significant importance in ground strategies, often becoming a top priority when planning your troop upgrades. Having a Golem by your side is important for achieving success in ground-based attacks.
Golem to level 5 upgrade cost: 43,000 Dark Elixirs
Golem to level 5 upgrade time: 4 days, 6 hours
P.E.K.K.A
PEKKA is a powerful unit that has both impressive damage per second and a large amount of health. It is highly recommended to prioritize the upgrade of the PEKKA immediately after upgrading the Golem, as these two troops work exceptionally well together.
Once you have upgraded your PEKKA to the next level, you can use the popular GoWiPe strategy as a TH10 player. This strategy combines the strength of both Golems and PEKKAs to create a powerful and balanced attack approach.
At Town Hall 10, the PEKKA receives two upgrades, and it is recommended to complete both upgrades consecutively.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Elixirs) | Upgrade Cost (Elixirrs) |
| 5 | 3,200,000 | 3 days, 12 hours |
| 6 | 4,200,000 | 4 days, 18 hours |
Dragon
Even with the introduction of Inferno Towers at Town Hall 10, Dragons remain a troop of utmost importance. Mass Dragon attacks are essential when dealing with bases that heavily defend against ground-based attack strategies.
Dragons can also be effectively combined with Lava Hounds in coordinated attacks.
Don’t underestimate the power of Dragons in your deployment bar, as they can play a major role in overcoming challenging base layouts and contributing to your clan’s success.
Dragon to level 5 upgrade cost: 3,800,000 Elixirs
Dragon to level 5 upgrade time: 5 days, 6 hours
Bat Spell
Upon reaching TH10, you unlock the Bat Spell, which can be upgraded to level 3 at the same Town Hall level. The Bat Spell can be exceptionally potent when used in conjunction with an aerial attack strategy.
The bats spawned by the Bat Spell have remarkable cleaning capabilities, quickly eliminating remaining defenses and buildings on the base. Their fast and relentless attacks can quickly clear out the remaining buildings of a base, paving the way for victory.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Dark Elixirs) | Upgrade Time |
| 2 | 26,000 | 1 day, 18 hours |
| 3 | 51,000 | 3 days, 12 hours |
Hog Rider
Hog Riders play a major role in the widely adopted Hybrid Hog-Miner attack strategy used by numerous Town Hall 10 players. At TH10, the Hog Rider receives an upgrade, reaching level 6.
This upgrade significantly enhances the effectiveness and value that Hog Riders bring to your attack strategies. Make sure to take advantage of the improved Hog Riders and use them in your attack strategies.
Hog Rider to level 6 upgrade cost: 43,000 Dark Elixirs
Hog Rider to level 6 upgrade time: 3 days, 12 hours
Witch
Witch-Bowler attack strategies have proven to be highly effective and successful in securing 3-star victories against fellow TH10 opponents.
Combining the strengths of Witches and Bowlers can create a powerful army combination, capable of overpowering enemy defenses and achieving full 3-star results.
Don’t underestimate the potential of Witch-based strategies, as they continue to be a favored choice among Town Hall 10 players.
Witch to level 3 upgrade cost: 68,000 Dark Elixirs
Witch to level 3 upgrade time: 4 days, 18 hours
Wall Breaker
Wall Breakers play an important role in creating the right path for your troops during attacks. To break through tough lava walls, it’s essential to have well-upgraded Wall Breakers.
Due to their significance in all ground-based attack strategies, upgrading Wall Breakers should be a high priority for players. A powerful Wall Breaker can make a significant difference in how effectively your troops navigate through enemy defenses and reach their targets.
Wall Breaker to level 6 upgrade cost: 2,500,000 Elixirs
Wall Breaker to level 6 upgrade time: 2 days, 3 hours
Wizard
Wizard’s abilities are particularly useful for creating clear paths during a Queen Walk strategy. Wizards contribute to establishing a favorable route for your troops to follow.
Additionally, when all the defenses within a base have been destroyed, Wizards excel at quickly cleaning up any remaining buildings.
Wizard to level 7 upgrade cost: 3,500,000 Elixirs
Wizard to level 7 upgrade time: 3 days, 12 hours
Baby Dragon
The Baby Dragon works as an excellent clean-up troop in your strategies. Its abilities allow it to fulfill multiple roles, such as creating funnels for your Archer Queen and eliminating single defenses located on the edges of the enemy base.
By deploying Baby Dragons strategically, you can establish a clear path for your Archer Queen to proceed with her charge attacks. Additionally, Baby Dragons have the ability to target and neutralize isolated defenses positioned on the edges of the enemy base.
At Town Hall 10, the Baby Dragon receives two new levels, further improving their strength and capabilities.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Elixirs) | Upgrade Time |
| 2 | 2,500,000 | 3 days, 12 hours |
| 3 | 3,400,000 | 5 days |
Clone Spell
Upon reaching TH10, you unlock the Clone Spell, which holds significant value and merits an upgrade. This spell, in particular, proves highly effective when used with Balloons.
By using the Clone Spell, you can duplicate your Balloons, thereby amplifying the impact of your attack. The cloned Balloons provide additional firepower and can greatly enhance the overall effectiveness of your attacks.
At the Laboratory, you have the opportunity to upgrade the Clone Spell twice, taking it to level 3.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Elixirs) | Upgrade Time |
| 2 | 2,100,000 | 1 day, 18 hours |
| 3 | 3,400,000 | 3 days, 12 hours |
Jump Spell
The Jump Spell is a valuable spell, capable of facilitating the funneling of your troops towards the core of the enemy base.
At Town Hall 10, you have the opportunity to upgrade the Jump Spell once, further enhancing its effectiveness. By upgrading this spell, you increase its duration, providing a better funneling opportunity.
Jump Spell to level 3 upgrade cost: 3,400,000 Elixirs
Jump Spell to level 3 upgrade time: 6 days
Minion
Minions work as excellent clean-up troops, aiding in the removal of remaining buildings once you have executed your LavaLoon attack. At Town Hall 10, the Minion receives an additional level.
Take advantage of this upgrade to maximize the potential of your Minions, reinforcing their effectiveness in the clean-up phase of your attacks.
Minion to level 6 upgrade cost: 35,000 Dark Elixirs
Minion to level 6 upgrade time: 3 days, 12 hours
Valkyrie
Valkyries were once highly favored among TH10 players, but they have experienced nerfs over time. Despite this, some players at Town Hall 10 continue to deploy Valkyrie attacks.
To determine their efficacy and personal preference, it is recommended to upgrade and experiment with them.
Valkyrie to level 5 upgrade cost: 38,000 Dark Elixirs
Valkyrie to level 5 upgrade time: 4 days, 6 hours
Skeleton Spell
The Skeleton Spell serves as a useful spell for diverting the attention of enemy Heroes and defenses during your attacks. Notably, the Skeleton Spell does not trigger the activation of the Clan Castle troops.
Some players have found success in using the Skeleton Spell specifically to target and neutralize the Archer Queen. The positioning and placement of the Skeleton Spell in relation to the Archer Queen play a significant role in its effectiveness.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Dark Elixirs) | Upgrade Time |
| 2 | 22,000 | 1 day, 8 hours |
| 3 | 34,000 | 2 days, 14 hours |
Healing Spell
The Healing Spell can be effectively used in combination with the Hybrid Hog-Miner attack strategy to provide healing support to your Miners and Hog Riders.
Heal Spell to level 7 upgrade cost: 3,000,000 Elixirs
Heal Spell to level 7 upgrade time: 6 days
Haste Spell
At Town Hall 10, the Haste Spell receives two new levels, further improving its effectiveness. These upgrades provide a greater speed boost, granting you better control over the pacing of your LavaLoon attacks.
| Level | Upgrade Cost (Dark Elixirs) | Upgrade Time |
| 3 | 34,000 | 2 days, 14 hours |
| 4 | 60,000 | 5 days |
Giant
Giants are excellent for resource farming, as they efficiently gather resources from enemy bases. They can be likened to smaller versions of Golems, having a decent amount of health and dealing considerable damage to enemy defenses.
Giant to level 7 upgrade cost: 3,000,000 Elixirs
Giant to level 7 upgrade time: 3 days, 12 hours
Archer
Archers complement Giants exceptionally well when it comes to farming resources. By combining the two, you can create a strong army combination that efficiently collects resources from enemy bases.
Archer to level 7 upgrade cost: 2,500,000 Elixirs
Archer to level 7 upgrade time: 2 days, 12 hours
Barbarian
Barbarians play a valuable role in the GiBarch attack strategy, which is highly effective for farming resources. When combined with Giants and Archers, Barbarians contribute to a well-rounded force for efficient resource farming.
Barbarian to level 7 upgrade cost: 2,100,000 Elixirs
Barbarian to level 7 upgrade time: 2 days, 12 hours
Goblin
Goblins are highly specialized units that excel at targeting resource buildings, inflicting substantial damage upon them. They are particularly valuable for farming resources efficiently and quickly.
At Town Hall 10, Goblins can be upgraded to level 7. This upgrade equips them with increased damage-dealing potential, making them even more effective at raiding and plundering resource buildings.
Goblin to level 7 upgrade cost: 3,000,000 Elixirs
Goblin to level 7 upgrade time: 3 days, 12 hours
Lightning Spell
The Lightning Spell serves as a powerful spell in your deployment bar, enabling you to eliminate enemy Air Defenses and pave the way for a devastating Mass Dragon attack.
Lightning Spell to level 7 upgrade cost: 2,500,000 Elixirs
Lightning Spell to level 7 upgrade time: 6 days
Earthquake Spell
To breach any level of a wall, you can deploy four Earthquake Spells, regardless of the wall’s strength. This makes the Earthquake Spell a convenient choice for breaking through walls.
Earthquake Spell has a lower priority compared to other upgrades because even a level one Earthquake Spell can achieve the same outcome as a maxed-out one.
Therefore, it may be more efficient to use resources and upgrade other spells or troops that offer greater advantages.
Earthquake Spell to level 4 upgrade cost: 51,000 Dark Elixirs
Earthquake Spell to level 4 upgrade time: 4 days, 6 hours
