Dig Clean Shovel Tier List
Rank Dig & Clean shovels by dig Power so high-tier glows actually finish.
This Dig Clean shovel tier list ranks shovels by dig Power and walk speed. Your shovel pulls dirty finds from the ground after the detector marks a glow. Without enough Power, Dig & Clean hard-stops rare digs — including Omega lights during a SECRET10 window.
Dig Clean shovel shop table
| Shovel | Cost (Gold) | Power | Walk Speed | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic Shovel | Free | 1 | 0% | C |
| Wood Shovel | 500 | 2 | 5% | B |
| Stone Shovel | 1,600 | 3 | 10% | B |
| Metal Shovel | 9,000 | 5 | 15% | A |
| Gold Shovel | 45,000 | 7 | 20% | A |
| Amethyst Shovel | 190,000 | 9 | 25% | S |
Amethyst Shovel is the starter-shop S-tier dig tool. On Sphinx Sands, expect a late Aquamarine Shovel (community listings ~160 Power / ~22% walk / huge Gold cost) as endgame S+.
Dig Clean shovel tier framework
| Tier | Meaning |
|---|---|
| S | Digs finish fast; hard glows unlock |
| A | Strong mid buys |
| B | Early ladder steps |
| C | Tutorial only |
Shovels do not add Luck — that is the detector. Buy detectors first for rarity, then shovels so those rarer glows actually leave the sand.
Dig Clean shovel pairing advice
A shovel is only S-tier in practice if your spray/washer can handle the dirty inventory it creates and your detector is feeding quality glows. Pair with Spray Bottle Tier List, How to Dig, and Luck Stacking.
Dig Clean shovel spending order
- Wood/Stone for early comfort
- Metal when digs feel sticky
- Gold Shovel before Cove pushes
- Amethyst as mid-game dig cap
- Aquamarine Shovel after Sphinx unlock when Omega digs fail
Use Upgrade Priority after each purchase.
Dig Clean shovel test protocol
After buying a shovel, time how long a dig meter takes on the same glow color versus the old tool. If the game still blocks a glow, you need more Power before burning luck codes.
Sibling Dig Clean tier pages
Tier List Hub · Detectors · Spray Bottles
Upgrade Dig Clean shovels so Luck finds are not left mocking you in the dirt.
Dig Clean shovel and island dirt
Richer islands spawn tougher dig nodes. A shovel that felt fine on Starter sand can fail on Cove or Sphinx — revisit this list when travel unlocks.
Dig Clean shovel cosmetic traps
Some shovels look premium but add minimal Power. Judge by dig cadence and hard-stop messages, not blade color.
Dig Clean shovel late-game mindset
Late shovel tiers chase rares-per-hour completion rate. Pair with detector Luck and spray speed so cleaned Omegas keep pace with dig volume.
Dig Clean shovel recheck triggers
Recheck when digs hard-stop after an island unlock, when you upgraded detector twice without touching shovel, or when patch notes mention shop changes on Updates.
Dig Clean shovel vs scripts
Auto-dig scripts do not remove Power gates. If the experience blocks a dig, no macro finishes it — buy the shovel (Scripts risk notes).
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common Dig Clean questions.
When should I buy a new Dig Clean shovel?
When digs feel slow or the game says you need a stronger shovel — especially before redeeming SECRET10.
Are Dig Clean shovel names the same as DIG?
No. Dig Clean is a different Roblox game with its own Gear Shop.
Do Dig Clean shovels increase Luck?
No. Detectors increase Luck. Shovels increase dig Power and walk speed.
What is the best mid-game Dig Clean shovel?
Amethyst Shovel (9 Power) is the starter-shop top dig tool before Sphinx Aquamarine gear.
Should I buy shovel or detector first?
Detector first for Luck, unless hard-stops are already blocking digs — then shovel immediately.