The Best BH5 Base Layouts (March 2026) for Builder Hall 5

If you look for a fresh and well-working base layout for your Builder Hall 5 base you’re in the perfect place.

I do frequently test, build and review base layouts for Builder Hall 5 and give them here ready for you so you can directly copy them without testing or building them yourself.

I really hate those sites or videos showing you dozens of bases they copied somewhere without making any deeper explanation why they work so for this reason you will only find bases here that I have tested myself.

Bases here are updated monthly so check back here to get the latest base layouts

Best BH5 Base Designs

Are you also running accounts with other Builder Hall levels? Great, you can check out my Builder Hall 10 bases here, Builder Base 9 layouts here, my Builder Base 8 layouts here, the Builder Base 7 ones are here and here are the Builder Base 6 layouts.

NEW! Please see our latest TH18 base layouts here. Also, I update my Town Hall layouts every 2 weeks (War, Trophy and Farming) – so, if you’re in need of a fresh design for them as well check out my TH17 bases here, my TH16 bases here, TH15 bases here, my TH14 bases here, the TH13 bases here, find the TH12 bases here, my TH11 bases here and here are the TH10 bases.

Without wasting any more time, here are the bases:

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BH5 Base (PRO)

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Base Description:A strong Builder Hall 5 base in 2026 leans heavily on compartment depth, tight pathing control, and smart trap layering to counter the most common attacks—Baby Dragons, Giants + Cannon Carts, and Raged Barbarians from rushed BH6 players. Separating the Double Cannon, Archer Tower, and Firecrackers into different compartments forces attackers to spend extra troops to reach key defenses, while the Crusher is positioned to punish Giants and tanky pushes trying to break through the core. By placing Air Bombs and traps along expected Baby Dragon entry points and funnel lines, the layout disrupts value snipes and pushes air attackers into overlapping threat zones. The result is a well-balanced BH5 design that consistently reduces star counts and frustrates both equal-level and rushed-higher opponents

How the base performs in March 2026:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

Meta Defense Power:

S+

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BH5 Base (02/26)

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BH5 Base for 02/26 - This BH5 trophy-pushing base is designed to hold up not only against standard BH5 attacks but also against rushed BH6 players looking for easy wins. The layout uses tight compartmenting with well-placed Crushers and Spring Traps to disrupt common strategies like Boxer Giant + Archers, Mass Archers, and early Cannon Cart snipes from rushed BH6 opponents. Air defenses are positioned to limit Baby Dragon value, while the centralized Builder Hall forces attackers into high-damage zones, making it difficult to earn high percentages.

How the base performs in February 2026:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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S

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BH5 Base (01/26)

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BH5 Base for 01/26 - Built for stability against the BH5 and BH6 meta, this base uses an irregular, anti-funnel shape that throws off troop pathing and weakens spam attacks such as Night Witch rushes, Baby Dragon spam, and Giant-Cart pushes. Key defenses - especially the Multi Mortar and Crusher - are separated and protected to ensure they stay active deep into the attack, forcing opponents to overspend troops just to reach the core. Against rushed BH6 attackers, the compact design and trap placements create enough chaos to limit their troop efficiency, making this layout a strong choice for consistent defensive wins.

How the base performs in January 2026:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

Meta Defense Power:

A+

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BH5 Base (12/25)

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BH5 Base for 12/25 - This Builder Hall 5 base uses a compact, layered layout that makes it difficult for attackers to reach the core. The Crusher and Multi Mortar dominate the main entry angles, shutting down common BH5 ground strategies like Giant–Barb pushes and Boxer Giant spam. Open pockets and staggered defenses disrupt troop pathing, forcing armies to split and lose tanking value. Air defenses like the Firecrackers and Air Bombs are positioned to punish Baby Dragons and other air spam attacks, making quick clears unreliable. Against higher Builder Halls, this base still holds up well because it offers very little easy value and forces attackers into your strongest defenses. The centralized Builder Hall is surrounded by multiple layers of protection, so even stronger troops struggle to reach it efficiently. Well-placed traps catch high-level troops off-guard, and the defensive coverage remains balanced enough that BH6 and BH7 attackers can’t simply overwhelm it with upgraded units. Overall, it’s a sturdy, well-rounded layout that performs consistently even against overpowered opponents..

How the base performs in December 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (11/25)

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BH5 Base for 11/25 - This BH5 base features a tight, multi-layered layout with the Builder Hall centered and protected by double walls and well-placed defenses. The Crusher and Multi Mortar cover key entry points, punishing mass ground attacks, while the Firecrackers and Air Bombs defend effectively against air spam. Its balanced design makes it tough for opponents to reach the core, providing solid all-around defense..

How the base performs in November 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (10/25)

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BH5 Base for 10/25 - This Builder Hall 5 base is built to counter popular attack strategies like Baby Dragon spam, Boxer Giant pushes, and Sneaky Archer snipes. Its multi-layered design and strategic trap placement guide enemy troops into Crushers and splash defenses for maximum damage. With balanced air and ground coverage around the Builder Hall, this layout delivers consistent defenses and makes it difficult for opponents to achieve high-percent wins..

How the base performs in October 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

Meta Defense Power:

B

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BH5 Base (08/25)

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BH5 Base for 08/25 - Fresh base here that will defend very well against the few popular attacking stragiesthat hit your base all the time at Builder Hall 5. Remember, this is the last Builder Hall level before you have the 2 Stage setups so practice your attacks to be ready for the next step.

How the base performs in August 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

Meta Defense Power:

C+

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BH5 Base (07/25)

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BH5 Base for 07/25 - .

How the base performs in July 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

Meta Defense Power:

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BH5 Base (06/25)

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BH5 Base for 06/25 - The meta has settled since the Builder Base revamp and although BH5 wasn't invluenced by it that much, some minor things changed and I designed and tested this base recently that works quite well..

How the base performs in June 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

Meta Defense Power:

C+

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BH5 Base (05/25)

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BH5 Base for 05/25 - With the changes we have seen to Builder Hall, also the meta for BH5 changed a bit and this base will keep you settled for the start..

How the base performs in May 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (04/25)

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BH5 Base for 04/25 - Some things changed with Builder Base 2.0 for BH5 as well, even though the multi-stage attacking is becoming available at the next Builder Hall level..

How the base performs in April 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (03/25)

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BH5 Base for 03/25 - Without the new Builder Base in close distance looks like we will have another month of the regular Builder Base and this is the base I have designed for you..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (02/25)

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BH5 Base for 02/25 - Looks like the new Builder Base 2.0 Update is a few more weeks down the road, so here's a fresh base for the new season..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (01/25)

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BH5 Base for 01/25 - A improved version that worked really well in my last tests..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (12/24)

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BH5 Base for 12/24 - .

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (11/24)

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BH5 Base for 11/24 - Nothing too special here, just a tweaked version of the previous base that works well. I'm really excited what changes Supercell will come up with the Builder Base rework and how this will affect basebuilding in the upcoming big update....

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (10/24)

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BH5 Base for 10/24 - .

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (09/2024)

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BH5 Base for 09/2024 - This is the improved version of the previous BH5 I posted below, making the paths of attacking troops more efficient to go into the traps and defense hotspots and works even better against the annoying and common attacking strategies that you see frequently at Builder Hall 5..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (08/2024)

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BH5 Base for 08/2024 - With the open sections and the way troops will go into the traps and the splash defenses, this Builder Base 5 layout will defend really well in your next Versus Battles and if you do high-percentage 2-Star attacks yourself, you will have a great time..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (06/2024)

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BH5 Base for 06/2024 - Similar to the previous base but more effective as the funnels are not so clear to see when scouting the base and that makes the traps more effective and harder for the attacker to find a good entry spot to the base. Worked really effectively against all the common attacking strategies at Builder Hall 5..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (04/2024)

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BH5 Base for 04/2024 - A ring-style base with different compartments makes it easy to defend against the basic attacks at Builder Hall 5 that you see frequently. Haven't seen one regular BH5 attacker being able to 3-Star it..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (03/2024)

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BH5 Base for 03/2024 - Hand down, this new concept I tested even with a new rushed BH5 account worked so well and defended extremely reliable in Versus Battles that you really want to give it a try!.

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (02/2024)

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BH5 Base for 02/2024 - I built a similar base for a higher Builder Hall level recently and as it performed really well, I also did a Builder Hall 5 version of it and in my tests, I had very good results, especially against the three meta attacking strategies that everybody uses these days at BH5..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (01/2024)

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BH5 Base for 01/2024 - The multiple open areas will make the attacker go pretty crazy and make it practically impossible for an attacker at Builder Hall 5 to get his attack planned out properly and give you a good edge in your next Versus Battles..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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BH5 Base (12/2023)

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BH5 Base for 12/2023 - Similar to the previous base, this base has some adjustments that makes it even more effective, with several defenses placed differently, re-arranged some traps and some other minor adjustments and you can be sure this will fight off all BH5 attacks very well..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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C

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BH5 Base (11/2023)

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BH5 Base for 11/2023 - A completely new concept for Builder Hall 5 here and make sure to put the base in the corners. This makes th large core with the perimeter as effective against all attacking strategies there are and you will see your opponents go mad..

How the base performs in March 2025:We tested/updated to current test results for this month to show you how well you can expect this base to work in the current meta.

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