Best Superheroes of All Time — Yourlist

Best Superheroes of All Time

a Yourlist ranking · the crowd decides the order

From Gotham to Krypton to the streets of Queens, which superhero truly earns the title of the greatest of all time? Cast your vote and help crown the ultimate champion.

What counts: Best is ranked by cultural impact, power level, longevity, and popularity. First appearance years and power ratings are approximate and sourced from general comic history consensus.

Superman
The original superhero archetype whose S-shield defined the entire genre.
First Appearance: 1938Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 10/10
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Batman
No powers, no limits—just intellect, gadgets, and an unbreakable will to fight crime.
First Appearance: 1939Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 6/10
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Spider-Man
The relatable everyman hero who proved great power means great responsibility.
First Appearance: 1962Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 7.5/10
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Wonder Woman
The Amazonian icon who shattered the glass ceiling for superheroines everywhere.
First Appearance: 1941Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 9/10
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Iron Man
A genius billionaire who turned technology and ego into a one-man army.
First Appearance: 1963Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 8/10
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Captain America
The super-soldier symbol of courage who always leads the charge.
First Appearance: 1941Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 6.5/10
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Hulk
The angrier he gets, the stronger he becomes—pure rage given super-strength.
First Appearance: 1962Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 9.5/10
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Thor
The Asgardian God of Thunder wielding Mjolnir across cosmic battles.
First Appearance: 1962Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 9.5/10
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Wolverine
The clawed mutant with a healing factor and an attitude to match.
First Appearance: 1974Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 7/10
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The Flash
The fastest man alive, running circles around physics itself.
First Appearance: 1940Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 8.5/10
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Black Panther
The vibranium-powered king who protects Wakanda with wit and honor.
First Appearance: 1966Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 7/10
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Green Lantern
Willpower made manifest through a ring capable of creating anything imaginable.
First Appearance: 1940Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 9/10
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Doctor Strange
The Sorcerer Supreme bending reality to protect the multiverse.
First Appearance: 1963Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 9/10
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Aquaman
King of Atlantis commanding the might of the seven seas.
First Appearance: 1941Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 7.5/10
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Captain Marvel
A cosmic-powered Air Force pilot who can go toe-to-toe with gods.
First Appearance: 1968Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 9.5/10
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Daredevil
The blind lawyer-by-day, vigilante-by-night with radar senses.
First Appearance: 1964Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 6/10
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Green Arrow
A billionaire vigilante whose trick arrows never miss their mark.
First Appearance: 1941Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 5.5/10
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Deadpool
The wisecracking, fourth-wall-breaking mercenary who can't die.
First Appearance: 1991Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 7/10
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Superman's Justice League Ally: Cyborg
Half-man, half-machine hero blending humanity with cutting-edge tech.
First Appearance: 1980Publisher: DC ComicsPower Level: 7.5/10
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Ant-Man
Proof that size doesn't matter when you can shrink or grow to save the day.
First Appearance: 1962Publisher: Marvel ComicsPower Level: 6/10
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