Helldivers 2 Best to Worst Backpacks | You Won't Believe Which One Kills Friends Faster Than Enemies
Category: Helldivers 2 Posted: Mar 02, 2026 Views: 680
Managed democracy in Super Earth is facing a grave challenge in Helldivers 2. Now, it's not just Automatons—Terminids have also begun launching their assaults against us.
Extremely tough battles lie ahead. So, Helldivers, you need to quickly grow into veterans to defend managed democracy. Now, let's take a look at the essential gear that will keep you fighting on the battlefield for extended periods: Backpacks.

14. SH-51 Directional Shield
SH-51 Directional Shield comes with many limitations. It takes up your backpack slot and requires one hand to hold, and it can only be used with one-handed weapons. If you're not carrying a submachine gun and your sidearm is weak, you'll quickly realize just how terrible it can be.
Additionally, while it can block a wide area in front of you, it cannot protect you from melee attacks. So, if an enemy charges right up to you, it's best not to stand your ground—otherwise, you'll find out exactly why it's ranked here.
13. AX/ARC-3 K-9
AX/ARC-3 K-9 has the advantage of being able to stun multiple enemies at once, much like a standard Arc Thrower, without the risk of arc feedback hitting you. The problem, however, is that this Arc Guard's reload speed is agonizingly slow.
Besides often being unavailable precisely when you truly need it, it's not entirely useless. At the very least, it can help clear out small groups of minor enemies.
12. LIFT-860 Hover Pack
LIFT-860 Hover Pack isn't actually as bad as the previous two. Its main advantage is allowing you to reach high places, scout Points of Interest (POIs), or get a good vantage point over the entire map for a clear field of fire. Plus, its recharge time is a bit faster than the Jump Pack.
It certainly has its drawbacks, or it wouldn't be placed here. It lets you descend from above for a strike, but the descent isn't instantaneous. Often, by the time you land, you'll find yourself completely surrounded by enemies—and that's never a pleasant experience.
11. AX/LAS-5 Guard Dog Rover
AX/LAS-5 Guard Dog Rover provides tactical support, constantly zipping around the battlefield firing its laser. Of course, it's not the smartest tool; sometimes that laser beam might drift onto you. Don't worry, it's not punishing you for disloyalty to Super Earth—just a minor, inconsequential technical glitch.
A recent patch made it so that it must return to the backpack to cool down when overheated, which makes it exceptionally effective on frozen planets. But remember, it's only effective against lightly armored units and can't penetrate any armor above medium. However, like and Laser drones, it doesn't consume ammunition, which gives it an edge over standard drones.
10. SH-32 Shield Generator Pack
This shield generator backpack can block a significant amount of damage, though it won't protect you from a nuclear blast. It's a solid choice for Automaton missions, as it effectively prevents you from being blown away or injured by rockets. It works fine on Terminid planets too—use it as you prefer.
9. AX/FLAM-75 Guard Dog Hot Dog
If the laser Guard Dog is lackluster, how much better could a flamethrower-equipped drone be? Actually, it performs reasonably well, proving effective against most enemies. It also seems to fly farther away from you compared to other drones, making accidental self-inflicted damage less likely.
8. LIFT-182 Warp Pack
LIFT-182 Warp Pack offers excellent mobility and has an offensive capability to boot. When you warp, the area where you land explodes. Of course, this can also blast your friends, so this backpack is better suited for solo operations.
However, it only allows for two consecutive jumps before overloading. When the rotating orb is purple, it's safe to use. If it's orange and you force a jump, you'll break a bone. When it turns red and you still dare to use it? No, you'd better not even try.
7. AX/TX-13 Dog Breath
Spreading managed democracy with poison gas? It sounds somewhat questionable, but Command permits it.
It's a fairly reliable weapon, especially against Terminids. It causes these bugs to fall into chaos, turning on their own allies. Its only real drawback is its relatively short operational range.
6. AX/AR-23 Guard Dog
This is another automated firing drone. It automatically acquires targets and engages enemies you might have missed. Furthermore, it can penetrate medium armor without the agonizingly long cooldown of the Arc Guard. This is another severely underestimated backpack that you can effectively bring to both bug and robot fronts.
5. B-1 Supply Pack
This backpack carries ammunition, grenades, and most other supplies you need on the battlefield. Most importantly, it allows you to resupply your teammates. Who would refuse a buddy willing to carry extra ammo for them on the front lines? Whether you wear it yourself or a teammate does, it's arguably the best backpack on the battlefield.
4. SH-20 Ballistic Shield Backpack
The physical shield is far more reliable than its energy-based counterpart. This shield boasts incredible durability. It can withstand sustained heavy fire, endure multiple swipes from Terminids, and even block a Harvester's beam. Every Helldiver who carries this shield is an ultimate defender of Super Earth. Here's hoping more and more players choose to bring it.
3. LIFT-850 Jump Pack
LIFT-850 Jump Pack is the best mobility stratagem backpack in the game. Whether you need to reach a location quickly, dive immediately into the heat of battle, or make a hasty retreat, Jump Pack has you covered. Just be sure to jump in open areas and avoid colliding with anything.
2. B-100 Portable Hellbomb
B-100 Portable Hellbomb is the ultimate way to demonstrate your loyalty and unwavering dedication to Super Earth. It creates a spectacular explosion that is devastatingly effective against any enemy—and, of course, your fellow divers as well.
1. B/MD C4 Pack
If you're low on Helldivers 2 Super Credits, B/MD C4 Pack is the only place where your investment is truly worthwhile. Use it for decapitation strikes or to destroy heavily fortified bases. It can take out tanks, chargers, obliterate anything.
Also, you can stick all the C4 onto your teammates, turning them into walking nukes. Seriously, you absolutely have to try this tactic.
That concludes the ranking of all available backpacks. You can try them out for yourself and see just how much fun they can be.
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