You need to spend gems to get a sixth builder

The sixth builder in Clash of Clans does not come from completing a quest or reaching a certain Town Hall level. You unlock it by spending 2,000 gems in the game's shop. Gems are Clash of Clans' premium currency — the ones you buy with real money, though you can also earn a small number by clearing obstacles on your map or completing certain in-game tasks.

The first five builders come from different sources: your starting builder is free, the second costs 250 gems, the third costs 500 gems, the fourth costs 1,000 gems, and the fifth costs 1,500 gems. Each one reduces the time your buildings take to upgrade, which is why players prioritize getting all six. The sixth builder is the final one available in the game.

Key Takeaways

  • The sixth builder costs 2,000 gems and is purchased directly from the shop, not earned through gameplay.
  • You need to have 2,000 gems in your account before you can buy the sixth builder — you cannot buy it on credit.
  • Free gems come slowly from clearing map obstacles and completing achievements, so most players who want the sixth builder quickly will need to purchase gems.
  • Having all six builders active at once cuts your upgrade time roughly in half compared to playing with three or four builders.

Where to find the builder purchase in the shop

Open Clash of Clans and tap the shop icon — it looks like a bag of gold and sits at the bottom right of your screen. Scroll down until you see the "Builders" section. The sixth builder will show as a locked option with a price of 2,000 gems displayed next to it. Tap on it, and the game will ask you to confirm the purchase.

If you do not see the sixth builder option, check that you have already purchased the first five builders. The game will not show the sixth builder in the shop until the fifth one is active in your village. You can see how many builders you currently own by looking at the builder icons at the top of your screen — each active builder shows a small portrait.

How to earn free gems instead of buying them

Clearing obstacles on your map is the most reliable way to earn free gems. Trees, rocks, bushes, and other decorations that spawn randomly on your village map sometimes drop gems when you remove them — usually one or two at a time. This is slow but costs nothing. Over several months of regular play, you can accumulate enough gems to buy the sixth builder without spending money.

Achievements also reward gems, though the amounts are small. Open your achievements menu (the ribbon icon) and look for tasks you have not yet completed. Some achievements give 10 to 50 gems for milestones like "destroy 1,000 walls" or "win 50 multiplayer battles." Again, this is a long process, but it adds up if you play regularly and focus on completing achievement tasks alongside your normal gameplay.

Special events sometimes offer gem rewards as well. Supercell, the company that makes Clash of Clans, runs limited-time events where you can earn gems by completing specific challenges. These events change monthly, so check the events tab regularly to see what is currently available.

Why the sixth builder matters for your progress

Each builder you own lets you upgrade one building at the same time. With one builder, you can only upgrade one building. With six builders, you can upgrade six buildings simultaneously. This means your village develops much faster because you are not waiting for one building to finish before starting the next upgrade.

The time savings become dramatic at higher Town Hall levels, where single upgrades can take weeks. A player with six builders might finish their Town Hall upgrades in the same calendar time it takes a player with three builders, even though the actual upgrade durations are identical. This is why experienced players treat the sixth builder as a priority purchase early in their account's life.

What happens if you do not have 2,000 gems yet

You can still play Clash of Clans normally with fewer builders. The game does not lock you out of content or penalize you for not having the sixth builder. You will straightforward upgrade buildings more slowly than players who have invested in all six builders. This is fine if you are playing casually or do not want to spend money.

If you want to reach the sixth builder without paying, focus on clearing obstacles whenever they appear and completing achievements that reward gems. Keep a running total of how many gems you have earned so far. At the rate most players earn free gems, reaching 2,000 gems takes several months of consistent play, but it is possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get the sixth builder without spending real money?

Yes. You can earn gems by clearing obstacles on your map and completing achievements. This process is slow — it typically takes several months — but you will eventually accumulate 2,000 gems if you play regularly and remove obstacles as they appear.

What if I accidentally spent gems on something else?

Gems spent on other purchases cannot be refunded. Plan ahead and save your gems specifically for builders if that is your goal. Do not spend gems on speeding up upgrades or buying resources, as these are not efficient uses of premium currency.

Does the sixth builder make a huge difference?

Yes. Having six builders instead of three roughly doubles your upgrade speed because you can work on six buildings at once instead of three. The difference becomes more noticeable as you progress to higher Town Hall levels where individual upgrades take longer.

Can I buy gems with in-game currency instead of real money?

No. Gems can only be purchased with real money or earned through obstacles and achievements. You cannot convert gold, elixir, or dark elixir into gems.

Is there a seventh builder or more?

No. Six builders is the maximum. Once you own all six, you cannot purchase additional builders.