Palworld Work Suitability Lookup
Use this Palworld work suitability lookup to find the best Pals for each base job. Filter by work type to see which creatures excel at Kindling, Mining, Handiwork, and more. Pair results with our base work tier list and base automation layouts.
Understanding Work Suitability
Every Pal has work suitability ratings from level 1 to 4 for different jobs. Higher levels mean faster task completion. When building an automated base, assign Pals with level 3 or 4 in the jobs you need most. Read our base building guide for layout tips and the technology tree guide for unlocking production buildings.
Top Pals by Work Type
| Work Type | Best Pal | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Handiwork | Anubis | 4 |
| Mining | Anubis | 4 |
| Kindling | Jormuntide Ignis | 4 |
| Planting | Lyleen | 4 |
| Watering | Jormuntide | 4 |
| Generating Electricity | Grizzbolt | 3 |
| Lumbering | Bushi | 3 |
| Transporting | Warsect | 3 |
| Medicine Production | Lyleen | 3 |
| Cooling | Frostallion | 4 |
Breed optimal workers using the breeding calculator and check combat coverage with the type chart so your base Pals can also defend against raids.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Pal for mining in Palworld?
Anubis has level 4 Mining and level 4 Handiwork, making it the top mining Pal. Digtoise is a strong early alternative with Mining 3 and a dedicated drill partner skill.
Which Pal is best for Kindling?
Jormuntide Ignis and Arsox offer level 4 Kindling. Foxparks provides early-game Kindling 1 and is easy to catch near the starting area.
Can one Pal do multiple jobs?
Yes, but Pals with too many work skills may get confused about which task to prioritize. Single-purpose Pals like Anubis (Handiwork + Mining only) are more reliable.
How do work suitability levels work?
Levels range from 1 to 4, with higher levels completing tasks faster. Level 4 is the maximum and roughly four times faster than level 1.
What is the best base worker overall?
Anubis dominates with level 4 Handiwork and Mining. Verdash and Lyleen are excellent multi-task workers for mid-to-late game bases.