6 Best Paintball Guns

OUR TOP PICK

Our first model is an incredibly heavy-duty unit, looking much like something that you might see in Starship Troopers.

This will certainly make you one tough mother to deal with on the paintball circuit, with an electronic marker that is affordable and very state-of-the-art.

If it’s high accuracy with longevity you’re looking for from a gun, then you can’t go far wrong with the Empire Paintball BT DFender Marker.

First, let’s talk about the look of this gun. It’s ridged top gives a very mean impression, with a dual-handling that mimics most models of a traditional automatic rifle.

The housing requires no tools to maintain it, you can change the battery and load your magnesium clips without the need for a wrench or a screwdriver.

There are 5 firing modes on this gun, ranging from automatic to semi-automatic, which will allow you to control the rate of fire when out on the course.

When it comes to professional levels of paintballing, having control over your fire will be crucial, especially if you need to blast your way out of a tight spot and conserve ammunition.

This comes with a mounted T-rail that makes it ideal for customization, which will again be a boon for experienced players who are more familiar with their shooting style.

It has a smaller functional hopper that is kept inside the gun without reducing the number of shots that you can take.

This gun has been known for its high performance, especially when it comes to accuracy.

Users have rated the handling and the dual-controlling, giving you a much better grip and increased trajectory.

Even if you’re suffering from wind, you’ll find yourself having fewer stray balls, which will in turn save you money on replacement balls.

Pros

• This is the perfect gun for both amateurs and professionals, although expert players might get more out of the increased accuracy and improved handling.
• This will fire balls at such a rate that will produce very few duds, which will ultimately save you a lot more money on balls per game.
• The build quality of this gun is immense, with a mean-looking toothed design that will set you apart from the newbies - making you look like something that has just stepped out of the game KillZone.
• The 5 shooting modes - you can toggle between the different modes of shooting, allowing you to choose rapid burst fire, auto or semi-auto, all of which will come in handy at some point in your match.
• The accuracy - with dual-handed controls, you can certainly be expected to see greater accuracy in the line of fire. We all know that the most important thing in a paintball match is hitting that target!

Cons

• Some users have complained that the smaller functional hopper results in more frequent reloading, which will certainly be a problem when you’re under fire.
• The speed feed door on this hopper is lower than usual, so try and keep the amount of debris that’ll get into it to a minimum.

EDITORS CHOICE

Next up we have an inimitable weapon that looks uber-cool, with a Day Of The Dead design on the barrel that will set you apart from your friends and co-workers.

This long, thin barrel gives you increased accuracy and is perfect to use for beginner players.

This has rubber grips for greater handling and a weather-proof board to help you out in adverse conditions - introducing the Empire Paintball Mini GS Marker.

This baby shoots at 260fps straight out of the box, meaning that you won’t feel stranded with a gun that simply does not go the distance.

It has plenty of enhanced features that normally come with a paintball weapon that has a much higher price tag. It has an electronic marker which is great to use and perfect for entry-level paintballers.

You’ll see a lot of the reviews for this paintball gun urging newbie players to buy it straight away and they’re certainly not wrong.

The design of the gun is compact and lightweight, with decent accuracy and a high rate of fire straight out of the box. This is also great for a teenage player who naturally has much smaller arms and hands than an adult player.

As well as being reliable, this pistol is also very easy to clean and maintain. The parts require no additional tools to dismantle, allowing you a very thorough clean before and after use.

It will be important to remove any excess debris from your gun as this can impede the functionality over time, especially during woodland shoots.

Pros

• Stylish - if you can manage to get your hands on the Day Of The Dead model, then all the better. You’ll look badass with this paint job, as we all know that intimidation is the first part of destabilizing your opponent.
• Shoots at a high rate straight out of the box, meaning that you can be sure of a deadly accuracy even in the worst weather, which will elevate your game above the others.
• With waterproof rubber grips, you’ll have a firm handle on your weapon, which will improve your accuracy as well as the confidence in your game.
• The dual-handle option is good for added control, which will make you even more deadly with such a small gun.
• This gun is one of the easiest models to clean on this list, you won’t need any tools to disassemble the barrel or clean out scum from the trigger. 

Cons

• Some users have complained that cleaning the markers in between matches is much more difficult with this gun than with some of the others.
• Doesn’t come with a manual, so you might have to Google a pdf. of how to work this one.

BEST VALUE

Now we go back to the larger units with this next model, which comes in a classic semi-automatic style.

Just looking at this unit makes you want to buy it, giving you that Vietnam GI look that will surely strike fear into the hearts of your enemies (which is important for a fun game of paintball).

This gun has dual feed functionality and is built for speed, not stealth - introducing the Tippmann TMC MAGFED Paintball Marker.

If you are already a seasoned player who plays tactical games, then this is certainly the rifle for you, giving you plenty of firing styles to choose from, whether the quick burst of a semi-automatic or the intense firepower of a purely automatic.

Having this versatility in the field is exactly what you need to adapt your gun to a stealth scenario.

However, this gun is built more for speed than for stealth, with a molded rubber grip for added control and a dual feed option - you can either put your pods in the hopper or you can feed them through the magazine.

The trigger is very easy to pull but is not too sensitive in those tense situations. Users have reported very few functionality issues with reliable internal mechanics.

This gun is also super slick, with no ugly protruding gas line, you will get a paintball weapon that looks like a real gun in every way.

The construction is lighter than it looks, which will also improve the handling. It also comes in a wide variety of camouflage styles, allowing you to blend in with any woodland match.

Pros

• This certainly is a high-performance weapon for those paintballers who value speed over stealth.
• You have a choice of two different types of magazine feed - either Go MagFed or a traditional loader, the latter of which is the slower of the reloading tools.
• The durability of this gun is immense, with stainless steel components that will ensure that this gun will last over months if maintained correctly.
• The outer casing of this gun is very reliable, with rubber grips in the handles that will prevent slippages even in harsh weather, as well as the precision-measured sight that will give you a dead straight shot, even in the most chaotic of firefights.
• This gun has great action in the trigger, without any unsightly, exposed gas lines, you can wield this gun just like a real one.

Cons

• Some users have complained that the shots are so rapid and intense with this gun that it results in remarkably reduced accuracy.
• This model has not yet been adapted for First Strike round, some of the best long-range ammunition on the market.

RUNNER UP

Now we have not just a gun, but an entire paintball package set that is the ideal starter kit for a newbie as well as a high-performance upgrade for a seasoned paint shooter.

This comes with a red dot sight, a carry handle, an Action Village 20-pound CO2 tank, a folding grip, a paintball harness and 140-round paintball pods - introducing the Action Village Tippman US Army Alpha Elite Foxtrot Paintball Gun Package Kit.

This is more or less like owning a genuine high powered ballistics, except that it takes paint instead of real bullets.

This has a patented red dot sight marker that will appear on whatever target you’re aiming at, improving your accuracy by over 50-percent.

When it comes to getting aim in adverse weather conditions, this gun is perfect, being highly waterproof in its constituent parts.

Feeling completely protected during your paintballing match is of paramount importance, as having the most resilient goggles, gloves and sportswear will give you added confidence when you’re out on the field and will undoubtedly improve your game.

This kit comes with a highly durable plastic mask that will protect the entirety of your face.

In addition to that, you also have a wrist band and a harness that you can use to carry your paintballs around in, with plenty of paintball pods that you can use to practice with on your target range in your backyard.

The CO2 canister is very resilient too, constructed from aluminum that won’t break or split when hit with a high-velocity paintball.

Pros

• This kit gives you all the basics you need to start paintballing, with protective equipment to make sure that you’re safe when facing down an army of other opponents.
• The red dot sight - this feature elevates your gun above all others, perhaps more preferable to beginners who want to improve their sight rather than for more skilled snipers who prefer the satisfaction of an unaugmented kill.
• The 140-round paintball pods are great for practicing with your new gun, as well as saving you considerable money on your first pack. It’s a nice little incentive.
• The build quality of all the elements of this rifle is very impressive, made from highly resilient thick plastic and steel, you can be sure that it will withstand the worst weathers and scrapes on the harshest terrain.
• The aesthetic of this rifle matches the real thing - if you want to intimidate your opponents, what better way than with an authentic-looking rifle that will make them wonder whether you have brought a real firearm to a paintball game.
• The CO2 canister can carry up to 20-ounces of gas, more than enough to keep you firing for a few hours at a time.

Cons

• Some users have complained that this rifle gets jammed on 370fps, no matter how much they tighten or loosen the barrel.
• The red dot sight can go off-center at times, making you aim deliberately inaccurate.

RUNNER UP

Our next model is ideal for anyone who values accuracy and reliability out on the paintball field, with a compact gun that is very easy to carry, with rubber grips in the handle that improves handling.

This gun mimics the traditional paintball gun style but comes with enhanced features that will allow you to match the more seasoned players blow-for-blow - introducing the Tippmann A-5 .68 Caliber Paintball Marker.

Let’s start with this gun’s most interesting USP - the capacity for personalization. You can upgrade it with a lot of components, including the gas canister, the hopper and the handle.

Although it’s hard to see why you’d want to as it comes ready with a Cyclone Feed System that can fire up to 15 balls per second without the need for a battery.

This pistol is great for handling and fast delivery of paintballs. It has two handles that make wielding and gripping very easy, the rubber in the handle is perfect for optimized grip and is fully weather-proof.

You can also completely strip this weapon in the field in 30 seconds without the need for tools!

You can toggle between two different shooting styles with this paintball gun, opting either for automatic or semi-automatic.

This will help you greatly if you’re backed into a corner and need to preserve bullets or you have enough in the chamber and want to let rip on your opponents’ fortress to secure that win for your capture the flag games.

Pros

• The construction of this gun is very solid, so the likelihood of it coming apart or getting damaged in the field is significantly reduced. It is perfectly designed for woodland, urban concrete or even water-based combat.
• This has a very straight barrel that lines up perfectly with the built-in sight, giving the skilled shooter those accurate hits every single time. This will also save you a remarkable amount of money on pods in the long run.
• It optimizes speed and reliability - a durable gun that you can throw to the ground or use to unleash hell on the enemy with very little fuss or glitches.
• The rubber in the handle of this gun is very resistant to the wear and tear that you get on less expensive paintball guns. This will increase the overall longevity of your weapon.
• If you find yourself with a jammed weapon being pressed upon by the enemy, then you won’t have to surrender - with this model you can quickly strip out all your components in 30 seconds to fix the issue by yourself without the need for tools.

Cons

• Some users have complained that the packaging for this gun is very substandard, barely even fitting in the box that it came in.
• Given the fact that you can upgrade this model, the base unit is pricier than some of the other models on this. However, this won’t matter to those who won’t want to upgrade.

RUNNER UP

We’ve saved the best until last, reserved only for those paintballers who value high levels of performance and demand high durability and reliability from their gun when they’re out in the field.

This is another full paintball gun kit from the reputable Tippman brand, with an in-line bolt system that is built well enough to withstand hard knocks and adverse weather conditions during hard tactical play - introducing the Maddog Tippmann Cronus Tactical Corporal Paintball Gun Package.

There are plenty of ways that you can sup up your paintball rifle to make it unique to you, including the carry handle, a mock silencer and an adjustable stock.

This will give it the appearance of a very real military-grade weapon, which will surely send shivers up the spine of your enemy. There are 4 Picatinny rails that you can use to mount accessories.

This rifle’s composite structure makes it very lightweight and reliable to use when out on the field. This is ideal for entry-level paintballers who want their first gun to be easy to clean and simple to shoot in straight lines.

It has molded grips in the handles and an internalized gas line for enhanced control and maneuverability.

This model comes with an impressive array of industry-standard paintball accessories, with a high-performance ported barrel and a vertical grip that will make wielding it very easy for beginners who have never held a rifle before.

The sight is integrated into the front and rear of this gun, allowing you to see from all angles - very important when you’re stuck in a tricky situation.

You also get a Gen X full-face hard plastic protector mask, made from closed-cell foam and an adjustable head strap that can accommodate various head sizes and shapes.

You also get a padded paintball harness that allows you to shift over 750 rounds around your waist. You also get a barrel squeegee to keep your gun clean, which will overall lead to an increased lifespan for your weapon. 

Pros

• This is one of the most high-performance weapons on this list, coming with every single accessory you might need when out on the field. If you want a gun that is reliable, durable and safe-to-use, look no further than this one.
• The composition of the gun itself is very light and allows for greater maneuverability, which is crucial when trying to execute that perfect shot in front and behind you.
• Modification - with 4 Picatinny rails, you can attach numerous different scopes and fake silencers to this rifle, which will lead to your weapon looking far cooler and more intimidating to your opponents.
• The accessories - with a comfortable foam padded mask, goggles, a paintball pod harness, a CO2 cylinder and a carry bag, you have everything you need to enter the complex and challenging world of paintballing.
• This is the ideal unit for entry-level paintballers who might not have the first clue about upgrading their barrels or sights. Once you have gotten used to handling and shooting this gun, you should have no problem graduating to an even higher level.

Cons

• Some users have complained that they got sent fewer pods in the post that was initially promised by the manufacturer.
• This might not be the best option for beginners who fancy using the smaller more traditional style of a paintball gun.