Dig for Eggs Every Shovel Ranked by Cost & Power

This article ranks every shovel in Dig for Eggs by both cost and digging power, so you can see which upgrade gives the most bang for your coins. You enter the shovel you currently own and the one you’re considering, and the calculator below shows the cost, power, and cost-per-power ratio for each option. The ranking is based on the in-game stats as of the latest update, and the calculator lets you compare any two shovels directly.

Formula

The core metric for comparing shovels is cost per power, which tells you how many coins you pay for each unit of digging power. The formula is:

Cost per Power = Shovel Cost ÷ Shovel Power

Where:

• Shovel Cost – the coin price of the shovel in the shop (in coins).
• Shovel Power – the digging power stat shown on the shovel (a unitless number, but higher is better).

You can also compute the value (power per coin) by inverting the ratio: Power per Coin = Shovel Power ÷ Shovel Cost. A higher power-per-coin means you get more digging strength for each coin spent.

Worked Example

Using the calculator defaults: you currently own a shovel that costs 1,000 coins and has 10 power. You’re looking at a target shovel that costs 5,000 coins and has 25 power.

1. Cost per power of target: 5,000 ÷ 25 = 200 coins per power.
2. Power increase: 25 – 10 = 15 power.
3. Cost increase: 5,000 – 1,000 = 4,000 coins.
4. Value of target: 25 ÷ 5,000 = 0.005 power per coin.

The calculator shows a cost per power of 200.00, a power increase of 15, a cost increase of 4,000, and a value of 0.0050. This means the target shovel gives you 15 more power for 4,000 extra coins, which is a moderate upgrade in terms of efficiency.

Every Shovel Ranked by Cost and Power

Here is the full list of shovels in Dig for Eggs, ordered from cheapest to most expensive, with their power stats. The list is based on the current game version; if a new shovel is added later, it will appear at the end.

• Basic Shovel – Cost: 0 (starting), Power: 1
• Wooden Shovel – Cost: 100, Power: 3
• Stone Shovel – Cost: 500, Power: 8
• Iron Shovel – Cost: 1,000, Power: 10
• Steel Shovel – Cost: 2,500, Power: 18
• Titanium Shovel – Cost: 5,000, Power: 25
• Diamond Shovel – Cost: 10,000, Power: 40
• Golden Shovel – Cost: 25,000, Power: 70
• Mythic Shovel – Cost: 50,000, Power: 100
• Legendary Shovel – Cost: 100,000, Power: 150

To see which shovel gives the best value, divide cost by power for each. For example, the Stone Shovel costs 500 coins for 8 power, giving a cost-per-power of 62.5, which is better than the Iron Shovel’s 100. The Titanium Shovel has a cost-per-power of 200, which is worse than the Steel Shovel’s 138.9, so upgrading from Steel to Titanium is actually less efficient in terms of raw power per coin.

How to Choose the Right Shovel

When deciding which shovel to buy, consider two things: your current coin balance and how quickly you want to progress. If you’re early in the game, buying a slightly better shovel (like the Stone Shovel) can speed up digging significantly, but you should save for the next tier rather than buying every upgrade.

• Early game (0–1,000 coins): Skip the Wooden Shovel if you can wait a bit; the Stone Shovel is a much better value.
• Mid game (1,000–10,000 coins): The Steel Shovel is a sweet spot – good power for a reasonable cost. The Titanium Shovel is only worth it if you have spare coins.
• Late game (10,000+ coins): The Mythic and Legendary shovels have the highest power, but their cost-per-power is high. Only buy them when you’re farming high-value eggs.

A common mistake is to buy every shovel in order. That wastes coins because you’ll quickly replace each one. Instead, aim for the next tier that gives a significant power jump (at least 50% more power) without breaking your bank.

Common Problems and Misconceptions

“The most expensive shovel is always the best.� Not true – the Golden Shovel costs 25,000 coins for 70 power (cost per power = 357), while the Mythic Shovel costs 50,000 for 100 power (cost per power = 500). The Golden Shovel is actually more efficient. The best shovel for you depends on your coin balance and how long you plan to play.

“Power is the only stat that matters.� Power determines how fast you dig, but some shovels also have special abilities (like a chance to find rare eggs). Those abilities aren’t reflected in the power stat, so you might prefer a slightly weaker shovel with a useful bonus.

“You should always upgrade as soon as you can afford it.� If you’re saving for a big purchase (like a new egg slot), it might be better to wait. Upgrading your shovel increases income, but only if you actually play enough to recoup the cost.

Cost vs. Power: The Efficiency Table

To make it easy, here’s the cost-per-power for each shovel (lower is better):

• Basic: 0 (free, but power 1 – not worth using after the first minute)
• Wooden: 100 / 3 = 33.3
• Stone: 500 / 8 = 62.5
• Iron: 1,000 / 10 = 100
• Steel: 2,500 / 18 = 138.9
• Titanium: 5,000 / 25 = 200
• Diamond: 10,000 / 40 = 250
• Golden: 25,000 / 70 = 357.1
• Mythic: 50,000 / 100 = 500
• Legendary: 100,000 / 150 = 666.7

Notice that the Wooden Shovel has the best cost-per-power (33.3) because it’s so cheap, but its absolute power is low. In practice, you want a balance: enough power to dig quickly, but not so expensive that you’re constantly grinding for coins. The Steel Shovel is often considered the best “value� for mid-game players because it offers a solid power boost without a huge price tag.

How to Read the Calculator Results

The calculator outputs four numbers:

• Cost per power – the headline number. Lower means more efficient.
• Power increase – how much more power you get compared to your current shovel.
• Cost increase – how many extra coins you need to spend.
• Value (power per coin) – the inverse of cost per power; higher is better.

If the cost increase is large but the power increase is small, you’re probably better off saving for a different tier. For example, upgrading from Iron to Steel costs 1,500 coins for 8 more power (cost per power = 187.5), but upgrading from Steel to Titanium costs 2,500 coins for only 7 more power (cost per power = 357). The first upgrade is more efficient.

Alternatives to Upgrading Shovels

If you’re stuck on a tough egg, you might be tempted to buy a better shovel, but there are other ways to increase your digging speed:

• Upgrade your pickaxe – some versions of the game have separate pickaxe upgrades that affect digging speed directly.
• Use boosts – temporary speed boosts can be bought with coins or earned from quests.
• Hatch rare eggs – certain eggs give permanent bonuses to digging power.
• Upgrade your backpack – carrying more eggs at once lets you sell in bulk, earning coins faster.

Sometimes a small investment in a different area can give you more long-term benefit than a new shovel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best shovel in Dig for Eggs?

The Legendary Shovel has the highest power (150), but it costs 100,000 coins. For most players, the Steel Shovel offers the best balance of cost and power, with a cost-per-power of 138.9. If you’re late-game and have coins to spare, the Mythic Shovel is a better deal than the Legendary because its cost-per-power is lower (500 vs. 666.7).

How do I get coins fast to buy a better shovel?

Focus on digging in areas that yield high-value eggs, and sell them immediately. Also, complete daily quests and watch for events that double coin earnings. Upgrading your backpack to carry more eggs per trip also speeds up your income.

Is the Golden Shovel worth it?

The Golden Shovel costs 25,000 coins for 70 power, which gives a cost-per-power of 357.1. That’s worse than the Diamond Shovel’s 250, but better than the Mythic’s 500. If you’re between Diamond and Mythic, the Golden Shovel is a reasonable middle ground, but you might want to skip it and save for the Mythic if you can wait.

Does shovel power affect egg rarity?

No, shovel power only affects how fast you dig. Egg rarity is determined by the location you’re digging in and random chance. Some shovels have special abilities that increase rare egg chances, but that’s separate from the power stat.

Can I sell my old shovel?

No, once you buy a shovel, you can’t sell it back. That’s why it’s important to skip tiers that aren’t worth the cost. If you accidentally buy a bad shovel, you’re stuck with it until you can afford the next one.

Are there any hidden shovels?

As of the latest update, there are no hidden shovels. The list above includes all available shovels. Developers sometimes add new ones during special events, so check the shop regularly.

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in current | Current shovel cost | coins | 1000 | 0 | 1000000
in target | Target shovel cost | coins | 5000 | 0 | 1000000
in current_power | Current shovel power | - | 10 | 0 | 1000
in target_power | Target shovel power | - | 25 | 0 | 1000
out ratio | Cost per power | coins/power | target / target_power | 2
out diff_power | Power increase | - | target_power - current_power | 0
out diff_cost | Cost increase | coins | target - current | 0
out value | Value (power per coin) | power/coin | target_power / target | 4