The honest answer to how you get gems in Brawl Stars is that they come from a handful of official sources — both free and paid. Gems are the game's premium currency, so you earn them slowly for free through the Brawl Pass and Trophy Road, or you buy them outright in the in-game Shop. This guide walks through every legitimate method, how much you can realistically earn, and how to steer clear of "free gem" scams.
Everything below happens inside the official Brawl Stars app, and all of it works on both Android and iOS. You don't need any third-party tools — in fact, you should never use one. Let's start with what gems actually are, then run through each way to get them.
What you need to know first
- Gems are account-wide and never expire, so anything you earn now is banked for later.
- Free methods are slow but steady; the Brawl Pass and Trophy Road are your bread and butter.
- Buying gems is the only way to get a large amount quickly, and it is completely optional.
- There is no legitimate way to "generate" free gems — any site that promises this is a scam.
How to get gems in Brawl Stars
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Step 1: Understand what gems are for
Gems are the most valuable currency in Brawl Stars and sit right at the top of your screen next to your Coins. You spend them on big-ticket items: unlocking the Brawl Pass and Brawl Pass Plus each season, buying skins, pins and bundles, and occasionally refreshing the Shop. Knowing where gems go makes it much easier to decide which free sources are worth chasing.
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Step 2: Earn gems on the Brawl Pass track
Each season runs a Brawl Pass with two reward lanes. The free track hands out a chunk of gems just for playing matches and completing quests to climb tiers — no payment required. If you unlock the paid Brawl Pass (or Brawl Pass Plus), the premium lane returns even more gems alongside skins, Credits and a brawler. For many regular players this is the single biggest source of gems over time.
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Step 3: Collect free gems from Trophy Road
Trophy Road is a one-time progression ladder that every player works through by winning matches and earning trophies. Scattered along it are permanent gem milestones that pay out the moment you reach them. These rewards are completely free, can't be missed, and don't rely on luck or limited-time events — just keep climbing the ladder and claim each milestone as it unlocks.
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Step 4: Buy gems directly in the Shop
If you want gems instantly, open the Shop tab and choose a gem pack. Packs scale up in size and price, and you pay through the App Store or Google Play using your normal payment method. Larger packs generally offer more gems per dollar, and Supercell often runs special offers that bundle bonus gems with skins. This is the fastest route, but remember it's entirely optional.
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Step 5: Watch for events and gifts (and dodge scams)
Beyond the core sources, gems sometimes appear in special challenges, seasonal events, and login or anniversary gifts that Supercell hands out. These are nice bonuses but unpredictable, so don't count on them. Crucially, there are no free gem generators — any website or app that asks for your login in exchange for free gems is a scam that can compromise your account. Gems only ever come from inside the official app.
Events and gifts add occasional free gems — but ignore any "free gem generator" entirely.
Tips to get the most gems
- Prioritise the Brawl Pass. Climbing the free track every season is the most reliable way to bank gems without spending.
- Finish your quests. Daily and seasonal quests are what push you up the Brawl Pass tiers toward each gem reward.
- Don't forget old milestones. If you're new, you have a backlog of Trophy Road gem milestones waiting to be claimed.
- Save for value. The Brawl Pass typically returns more gems than it costs, making it one of the best ways to spend them if you do buy.
Troubleshooting
I bought gems but they haven't appeared
Payments can take a moment to process. Fully close and reopen Brawl Stars, and check that the purchase completed in your App Store or Google Play receipts. If gems still don't show after a while, contact Supercell support through the in-game settings.
A site is offering me thousands of free gems — is it real?
No. Every "free gem" generator, survey site or modded app is a scam. They can steal your account or personal data and never deliver gems. Stick to the official sources covered above.
My Brawl Pass isn't giving me gems
Gem rewards sit at specific tiers, not every tier. Keep completing quests to climb further up the track, and make sure you've manually claimed any unlocked rewards.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get free gems in Brawl Stars?
The main free sources are the free Brawl Pass track and Trophy Road milestones, plus occasional gems from events and gifts. There is no other legitimate way to get gems for free.
Can you get gems without paying?
Yes. By playing regularly you earn gems from the free Brawl Pass lane and Trophy Road. It's slower than buying, but it's completely free and account-wide.
How many gems does the Brawl Pass give?
The exact amount changes each season, but the paid Brawl Pass is designed to return roughly the same number of gems you spend to buy it, on top of skins, Credits and a brawler.
Are free gem generators safe to use?
No. They do not work and are designed to steal your account or data. Gems can only be earned or purchased inside the official Brawl Stars app.
What's the fastest way to get gems?
Buying a gem pack in the in-game Shop is instant. If you'd rather not spend, climbing the Brawl Pass and Trophy Road is the fastest free route.
Final thoughts
So, how do you get gems in Brawl Stars? Play steadily to earn them free through the Brawl Pass and Trophy Road, grab the occasional event or gift, and buy a gem pack in the Shop only if you want a quick top-up. Avoid anything outside the official app, and your account — and your gems — stay safe. For the latest details, check the official Brawl Stars website.
