Get to know the best Rainbow 6 operators you and your team should be using in multiplayer mode in 2023.

Rainbow Six: Siege is a strategic game featuring various operators, maps, and unique tactics. To assist you in your matches, we've gathered the best operators from competitive play and added some gameplay tips for each, to help you succeed in your own ranked matches.

Attack Operators

Iana

Iana is an exceptionally useful operator for team plays. With the ability to create a clone to study the enemy's defense or find the opponent's position, she can distract the enemy and facilitate the elimination of opponents for her teammates. Moreover, Iana's weapons are suitable for players who prefer a more aggressive style, as both the ARX200 and the G36C are assault rifles and potent for exchanging fire. The operator can also throw a frag grenade or smoke grenade to further aid the team.

Iana | Image via Ubisoft

Ash

Ash is a legendary operator who is still highly valued thanks to her R4-C and her aggressive playstyle. She is an excellent option for players who prefer a more aggressive approach. With so many spaces to open from, having the ability to open from a long distance is hugely valuable, especially when compared to an operator like Sledge. This lets you help your team dominate spaces within the map more safely. In ranked play, Ash is still an incredibly valuable pick, thanks to her versatility and ability to provide long-range support.

Ace

Are you tired of always playing as Thermite, but still want to help your team? Well, there's a newer option available: Ace. Widely used today, Ace's role is to open up spaces in reinforced walls. While the character may not be as effective as Thermite, Ace is much easier to use and faster. So, if your squad wants to make faster plays, Ace is definitely worth considering.

Sledge

Sledge is another operator from Rainbow Six Siege's early days who remains an important pick for any team. He's highly skilled at performing the vertical function, a tactic that involves breaking through the ceiling to gain an advantage over your opponents. By doing so, you can create new lines of sight or trap your opponents in a specific location, giving you the upper hand in a match. Sledge's hammer is especially useful for opening destructible walls, floors, and doors, which can significantly alter the battlefield and help your team secure a win.

Buck

Like Sledge, Buck has a strong vertical ability, but with a difference: Buck can use his shotgun to perform a vertical from bottom to top, which is particularly useful for attacking the third floor of a map.

Brava

Brava, the new operator from Brazil, has the potential to become one of the most powerful operators in the game. With the ability to reverse all defensive gadgets on the enemy side, such as Jager's Active Defense System or Valkyrie's cameras, Brava creates countless possibilities for the attackers to gain an advantage in the vicinity of the bomb. Don't miss the opportunity to use this operator when they become available in game.

Finka

Finka is an operator who can be utilized in two different positions. One option is the Entry position, where you can use her boosts while moving forward. The other possibility is to play further back, in the team's third position. This guarantees that the ability will be used for the benefit of the whole team, and not just for Finka's benefit. Another possible use is waiting for a collective advance, or when a teammate is knocked down, Finka can use her boosts to avoid being exposed while picking up her ally.

Finka | Image via Ubisoft

Flores

Flores is an intermediate operator for players who enjoy being a team player but don't want to be responsible for defusing bombs. His explosive drone ability allows him to aid the team in multiple ways. He can use his drone to gather information on what lies ahead, but also as an explosive to destroy the opponent's shields and other gadgets, damage their defense, and take control of space on the map.

Nokk

Nokk is a strong operator, but she shouldn't be used every round as it can make you predictable. She can be very useful in rounds where you need to quickly take positions or when you notice a gap in the opponent's defense. With a fast weapon and the ability to become invisible to cameras, Nokk can be a great asset to the team.

Defense Operators

Azami

Azami is an operator that requires some additional training to learn the precise pixel placement of gadgets and spots that provide an advantage against attackers. However, after mastering Azami, you can gain a significant advantage against attackers, in addition to having an excellent weapon at your disposal.

Azami | Image via Ubisoft

Oryx

If you’re a lurker or want to play in that role, Oryx is the operator for you. With a fast weapon, he can help you deal with unexpected situations, such as taking on two enemies at once. Additionally, his special ability allows you to quickly reposition yourself after a tough fight by dashing forward. The dash can even break through destructible walls, but it does cost some health. Another option is to coordinate with your team and have them open a trapdoor, allowing you to escape and reposition yourself more easily.

Kapkan

It's time to give Kapkan another chance, even if you didn't like him before. With his good weapon and the ability to use his traps strategically, Kapkan is a popular operator today and a valuable asset to have on your team. However, he shines the most when used occasionally, like Nokk, to avoid becoming too predictable.

One of the most effective ways to use Kapkan's skill is to place two traps on the same door or window. But you'll need to think carefully and find the most effective placement possible. If an opponent passes through a door or window with two traps, they'll fall and get up with only 20 HP left, making it the best trap you can currently use.

Jager

Jaeger is a base operator who has recently been getting closer and closer to the bomb, indicating a shift from his previous role as an aggressive lurker. However, due to his gadget being used right away and his lack of C4 to hold an attack, he’s still an operator who works best outside the bomb. Currently, Jaeger has a movement speed of 2, which delays the swiftness a lurker really needs. Despite this, he remains a good defensive option, thanks to his potent 416-C Carbine weapon.

Thunderbird

For those who love to play with Doc, Thunderbird is another amazing option with a high ceiling. With the ability to drop healing stations in the map, she provides incredibly effective support for her team. And if you miss playing with the Bearing 9, you're in luck because Thunderbird has it as her secondary weapon.

Thunderbird | Image via Ubisoft

Thunderbird's healing station provides a 30-point boost to both her health and that of her teammates. She can drop it in strategic locations, such as near the bomb or at a specific spot to help a lurker feel more comfortable. With this added survivability, teammates can have 130 points of health, which can give them the confidence they need to take on opponents in straight up duels.

Thunderbird can play as a lurker and move in with the team, or she can be a support player and stay near the bomb to help her team from there. Either way, she is an incredibly valuable operator to have on your team.

Kaid

This operator is perfect for players who enjoy taking an active role in defense. Kaid's gadget is easy to use, but can also be used in complex plays. Even players with limited game knowledge can position his electroclaw on trapdoors or walls that are essential to defending the objective. With the option of either a submachine or shotgun, Kaid's versatility allows him to cater to multiple play styles. Additionally, Kaid's C4 makes him an extremely valuable asset to your team, so keeping him alive until the end of the round is crucial.

Mute

For those who like to stay close to the objective, Mute is a great option. His gadget can help the team against attackers' drones, and he also has a C4 that can be used to great effect towards the end of the round. With a shotgun and an SMG, Mute is well-equipped to handle enemies at both close and medium range, making him an excellent choice for defending a bomb site.