With plenty of choices on offer, finding the differences between the Stardew Valley Rancher and Tiler professions is worth considering before making any decisions.
Stardew Valley's 1.6 update introduced a wealth of new content including a new Bookseller vendor and Mastery Points which can be exchanged for a variety of useful items. The Rancher and Tiler professions contain different benefits so we've decided to compare the two to see which is best.
Before we start comparing the Stardew Valley Rancher and Tiler professions, check out our other guides revealing how to get a Big Chest and our fishing guide that's packed with useful information.
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The Tiler and Rancher professions each have a unique range of benefits that will enhance other areas of the game. It's worth considering which ones will benefit your style of play before making on a decision. The table below shows both professions and the benefits they offer when reaching level five and level 10.
| Profession | Level 5 benefits | Level 10 benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Rancher | Animal products sell for 20% more | Befriend coop animals faster Halved egg incubation time Higher coop animal product quality Befriend barn animals faster Increased sheep wool production rate Higher barn animal product quality |
| Tiler | Crops sell for 10% more gold | Crops grow 10% quicker Artisan goods sell for 40% more gold |
Stardew Valley Rancher vs Tiler - which is best?
Although both professions have their own benefits, the Tiler is the best choice in Stardew Valley as it will generate more Gold as you play the game. Although it may take longer to make animals happy, you can still sell the products and make more money thanks to the Artisan Goods bonus.
On the other hand, the Rancher is still a viable option if you're focus is on animals and generating the maximum amount of income from their produce.
Lastly, there's the third option that allows you to switch between the Rancher and the Tiler. Visit the Statue of Uncertainty where you can spend 10,000 Gold on switching between the two professions to make the most out of both.
There you have it, that's everything there is to know about the Stardew Valley Rancher versus Tiler debate. For more, check out our other guides on how to get coal and how to catch a pufferfish.
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