Hydro Character Comparison

Furina vs Yelan

Furina offers up to 75% team-wide damage buff but requires a team-wide healer. Yelan provides 50% ramp damage amp with consistent off-field Hydro application and no healing requirement.

VS
Furina
VS
Yelan

Buffing

Furina
Yelan
Up to 75% DMG bonus (needs team-wide healing)
— Even
Up to 50% DMG bonus (ramps over time)
Requires a healer in team
— Even
No healer requirement

Off-field Hydro

Furina
Yelan
Consistent off-field with summons
— Even
Excellent off-field with burst
Works with Neuvillette and most carries
— Even
Best with Hu Tao, Yoimiya, Xingqiu double Hydro

Best Teams

Furina
Yelan
Neuvillette + Furina + Kazuha + Baizhu
— Even
Hu Tao + Xingqiu + Yelan + Zhongli

🎯 Verdict

Furina is the better pull for meta (higher ceiling), but requires specific healers to unlock her full potential. Yelan is plug-and-play and works in almost any team without restrictions.

Which One Should You Choose?

Furina is the better pull for meta (higher ceiling), but requires specific healers to unlock her full potential. Yelan is plug-and-play and works in almost any team without restrictions.

Consider your account when deciding. Look at the units and weapons you already own, the teams you already have built, and the content you struggle with most. Both Furina and Yelan are strong — the right choice depends on which fills a bigger gap in your roster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Furina or Yelan better?

There is no universal answer — Furina wins in Buffing and Off-field Hydro and Best Teams scenarios where their kit shines, while Yelan is stronger in others. Use the comparison tables above to match each option's strengths to your specific needs.

Which one is better for F2P players?

Both options are viable at base constellation with their F2P alternatives. Check each option's dedicated guide for the best budget builds and teams to see which one fits your account's current roster.