All 45 versions of Batman, ranked from weakest to strongest

Summary

• Batman Who Laughs: The scariest Batman of the Dark Multiverse, he combines Batman's strength and intelligence with the Joker's homicidal drive, making him a major threat.

• God of Knowledge: When Bruce Wayne sat on the Mobius Chair, he became a literal god with access to all knowledge in the universe, making him incredibly powerful.

• Red Rain Batman: In the Batman & Dracula trilogy, Bruce became a vampire with enhanced senses, super strength and functional immortality, making him a formidable Dark Knight.

Few heroes have reached the height and fame that Batman did. In the century since its debut, the Dark Knight has become one of, if not the The Defining hero for the DC Universe. Countless stories have showcased Batman's tenacious fighting spirit and while Bruce Wayne takes most of the limelight, he's not the only hero to wear the cape and cowl.

DC Comics has presented multiple Batman variants over the years. Some of them are Bruce, some of them are his allies, and some are complete strangers or even monsters. Of the dozens of Batmans that fans have gotten to know over the years, These are the most powerful variants and Batman versions ever created.

45

Golden age Batman doesn't compare to his future selves

Multiverse designation: Earth-2

The Golden Age Batman that started the impressive and long-lasting legacy of the Dark Knight. The Caped Crusader excelled at punching out crooks and cleaning up the streets of Gotham. But while this version of the hero helped build the DC Comics empire, he has little technology or feats to his name, making this variant rank Pretty low on the Batman power scale.

44

Batzarro is a woefully ineffective and backward Batman

Multiverse Designation: Bizarro World

Bizarro replicas are rarely an improvement over the original and Batman's demented doppelganger is no different. Batzarro, Batman's exceptionally bizarre copycat, wasn't very skilled as Shane Deadly with a pair of pistols. however, He has Batman's sense of justice And was willing to sacrifice his life to protect the real Batman.

43

Red sun Batman can think ahead, but lacks the strength for bigger fights

Multiverse designation: Earth-30

Few were ready to stand up to the Soviet Union's Superman, but the Russian Batman from Superman: Red Son showed no fear. The freedom-fighter Batman went toe-to-toe with a fascist Superman and was smart as a whip. But even he knew he only had one good fight in him and ended his match with the Man of Steel by triggering A bomb Batman has hidden in his gut.

42

Batman '66 is good with gadgets, but he's not much of a threat

Multiverse designation: Earth-66

The well-prepared Batman has made a name for himself with his incredible optimism and his unbelievably specific gadgets. The Caped Crusader famously portrayed by Adam West kept his city safe from cartoonish and over-the-top evil. Sure, he's lower on the power scale, though This Batman's utility belt is filled with weapons That makes him a formidable opponent.

41

Stan Lee's Batman gave fans an interesting take on the iconic hero

Multiverse designation: Earth-6

Stan Lee showed the world his spin on the Caped Crusader with Wayne Williams, a man unjustly framed for a crime. While in prison, Williams trained his body to seek revenge on the man who framed him. Williams is a phenomenal athlete and has no problem dealing with criminals on the street. however, As far as Batman goes, he's pretty low on the power scaleAlthough his determination is to be admired.

40

The Dark Knight returns Batman was terrifying but slow

Multiverse designation: Earth-31

Even in his old age, this relentlessly determined Batman could still take on legions of gang members and other heroes. Bruce is built like a tank and his ability to strategize only gets better in his late years. However, he is still a little Slower compared to younger Dark Knights.

39

Earth One Batman was a more grounded, inexperienced Bruce

Multiverse designation: Earth-1

While he was able to take down the threats plaguing Gotham such as serial killers and more grounded villains, this Younger Batman is often hampered by his inexperience. He underestimates his enemies, and had the misfortune of having the wrong equipment in the field. He has potential to be better, but he's not the fully realized Batman he could be.

38

Jim Gordon did what he could as Batman

Multiverse designation: Earth-0

Armed with a suit and his powerful rookie armor, Commissioner Jim Gordon's Batman kept Gotham safe when it looked like Batman had died after a confrontation with the Joker. Gordon settled into the role well and His Batman armor made for his age and lack of experience. However, the commissioner faltered against more powerful villains than Mr. Bloom.

37

Jace Fox has the potential to be a better Batman than Bruce

Multiverse designation: Earth-0

DC's latest Batman took on the role quite well. Jace Fox may not have been the most obvious choice to become the Dark Knight, but between his enhanced armor, his military training, and his high degree of intelligence, Jace has Done quite well as the Batman of New York City.

36

Gotham by Gaslight Batman is a fantastic Dark Knight for his era

Multiverse designation: Earth-19

This version of Batman does not live in the modern day, but rather the 19th century. As such, he doesn't have many tools and weapons that most Dark Knights do. However, this Bruce Wayne is highly skilled, having mastered many martial arts styles thanks to his worldly travels. It may lack many of the features that more modern variants have, but for its time, This Batman is a force to be reckoned with.

35

Owlman is a dark and threatening Batman variant

Multiverse designation: Earth-3

Just as Batman is one of the greatest crusaders of justice, his evil counterpart from Earth-3 is one of the greatest villains alive. Oulman is cold, calculating and always armed to the teeth. Not to mention Bruce's survival counterpart is a killer fighter, making him One of the more dangerous Batman variants.

34

Bat-Man of China is young, but incredibly capable

Multiverse designation: Earth-0

Wang Baixi earned the right to become China's Bat-Man after graduating from the Ministry of Self-Reliance's Academy of the Bat. Bat-Man makes his own gadgets such as his own Batmobile, a magical, anti-Kryptonian batarang and even programmed his loyal sidekick Robinbot. Baixi is also a remarkable fighter and Has defeated his ally, the super-man of China.

33

Damian Wayne proved that he was ready to be Batman as a child

Multiverse designation: Earth-55

The anti-life virus presented in the harrowing alternate Earth tale DCeased took everything from one unfortunate corner of the DC Universe, including its Batman. However, Damian Wayne, although only 12 years old, took up his father's mantle and became the Dark Knight the world needed. The DCeased trilogy follows Damian as he grows to be one of the most effective Batmans everTo the point where he took on Erebos, the god of darkness himself.

32

Kingdom come Batman has just enough fight left in him

Multiverse designation: Earth-22

Kingdom come Batman was old and broken of years of action. But when a war broke out between the heroes of the world, Bruce stepped back into the problem. Thanks to a powerful exoskeleton, the Dark Knight could fly and was much more powerful than he had been in years.

31

Azrael earned the Batman title, but couldn't live up to it

Multiverse designation: Earth-0

Batman's initial replacement, Azrael took on the role of the Caped Crusader after Bruce's back was broken by Bane during the "Nightfall" storyline. But while he was strong and cunning, Ezrael took things too far, And even threatened Robin's life. Ultimately, Hero could not help but crack under the pressure that came with the mantle and was forcefully retired.

30

Gargoyle of Gotham Batman is ready to sacrifice everything for his city

Multiverse designation: Earth-46

Batman lives in a Gotham that is much sicker and plagued by illnesses he can't solve by giving money. Gargoyle of Gotham Batman is so dedicated to his mission, he is ready to destroy his life as Bruce Wayne And become Batman full-time. He is also an incredible detective and extremely capable fighter.

29

Flashpoint Batman was older, but still brutally efficient

Multiverse designation: Earth-0, Flashpoint Timeline

Thomas Wayne became Batman in a world that saw Bruce gunned down by Joe Chill. But even though he was decades older than most Batmans, Thomas' anger drove him to be one of the most Cruelest and scariest batmen around. Although he was not much for gadgets, he brutalized criminals and supervillains, making the underworld fear Batman more than usual.

28

The Batman of Zur-En-Arrh is as unhinged as Batman can get

Multiverse designation: Earth-0

Deep in Batman's mind lurks the Batman of Zur-En-Arrh, a backup personality meant to protect Bruce from trauma. The Batman is violent, smart and free from the constraints of Batman's usual morals. Unfortunately, this split persona has revealed its true dark nature and is now trying to Replace Bruce as the new Batman.

27

Jason Todd is Gotham's most brutal Batman

Multiverse designation: Earth-0

One of the biggest things about Batman has always been his refusal to use guns. That's why it was so shocking when A new Batman appeared in Gotham City and happily started shooting criminals. After Batman's supposed death at the hands of Darkseid during Final crisisThere needs to be a new Batman. Both Tim and Dick considered stepping into the mantle, but things were made much more complicated when Jason Todd returned, intent on taking the tile for himself. What resulted was A brutal battle with Jason finally defeated and Dick took the role of Batman.

26

The Grim Knight is a Batman who embraces wholesale slaughter

Multiverse: Dark Multiverse

In One Terrible World in the Dark Multiverse, Bruce grabbed the gun Joe Chill used to kill Thomas and Martha Wayne and used it, the first of May's firearms he would use. The Grim Knight does not share Batman's aversion to guns And is one of the best and deadliest sharpshooters in the DC Universe.