The Strongest Multiverse Versions Of Spider-Man, Ranked

Spider-Man is arguably the most popular superhero ever, and a truly iconic character. Beyond the original comics, his story has expanded into countless games, movies, and TV shows, and there are now many different versions of Spider-Man – or Spider-People! From Miles Morales and Spider-Gwen to even more unusual heroes like Spider-Noir (played by Nicolas Cage), Marvel enjoys creating both new takes on Peter Parker and characters with similar powers. It seems the multiverse is overrun with powerful spider-themed heroes!

There are many Spider-People, but they aren’t all equally powerful. Some are stronger, smarter, more experienced, or have better technology than others. If they all fought each other to the death, who would win? Ignoring any plot-based advantages, the original Spider-Man, Peter Parker, might actually lose. Here’s a ranking of the most powerful Spider-Man versions ever!

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45. Headline (Earth-1755)

Notable Feature: Spider-Man’s Biggest Critic

First Appearance: Edge of Spider-Verse (Vol. 3) #4 (July, 2023)

This take on Spider-Man explores what would happen if Spider-Man’s harshest critic was actually himself. In the alternate universe of Earth-1755, J. Jonah Jameson is the one bitten by the spider. Taking the name Headline – a perfect fit, considering his profession – he uses his newfound powers and skills as a journalist to avenge his son’s death by stopping the Shocker. Interestingly, Peter Parker helped design Headline’s costume. Headline’s abilities are similar to the traditional Spider-Man, though there isn’t much information available about this version of the character.

44. Ezekiel Sims (Old Man Spider) (Earth-4)

Notable Feature: An Older Spider-Man Who Took The Mantle

First Appearance: Edge of Spider-Verse #5 (October, 2014)

In this alternate reality, Peter Parker was killed by Morlun, a hunter of super-powered individuals, and Ezekiel Sims became the new Spider-Man. However, in the main Marvel universe (Earth-616), it was actually Ezekiel Sims who died during that encounter.

Ezekiel Sims, known to some as the villain from the movie Madame Web, is a hero in the comics who teamed up with Spider-UK and the Spider-Army to fight Morlun. Though he was killed by one of Morlun’s allies, Daemos, he didn’t stay dead for long and was brought back to life. He has similar powers to Spider-Man, but isn’t as quick and nimble due to his older age.

43. Aracnido Jr (Earth-15349)

Notable Feature: A Luchador Spider-Man From Mexico

First Appearance: Spider-Verse #2 (January, 2015)

Like many heroes, Escorpion’s story involves loss and revenge. He grew up as the son of a famous wrestler, also named Escorpion, and was driven to become a vigilante after witnessing a tragedy. A different version of this character was actually hired to hurt his father, Aracnido, during a wrestling match, and Aracnido later died from those injuries.

This Spider-Man, from Mexico, vowed to get revenge on the criminals who teamed up with Escorpion to harm his father. Eventually, like other Spider-Men, he joined the Spider-Army for adventures across different universes. Aracindo Jr. seems to have all the standard Spider-Man abilities, but the source of his powers is unknown.

42. Spider-Man (The Amazing Spider-Man) (Earth-120703)

Notable Feature: All The Usual Bells & Whistles

First Appearance: The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)

Andrew Garfield played Spider-Man in The Amazing Spider-Man. His version of Peter Parker was closer to the character in the comic books, drawing some ideas from the Ultimate Comics series.

This Spider-Man has virtually the same powers as the classic version from the comics. Andrew Garfield reprised the role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: No Way Home, and fans have since campaigned for a sequel to further explore his character’s story. Throughout his appearances, Garfield’s Spider-Man demonstrated impressive strength and skill while battling many of Spider-Man’s most famous enemies.

41. Spider-UK (Earth-833)

Notable Feature: An Amalgamation Of Spider-Man & Captain Britain

First Appearance: Edge of Spider-Verse #2 (September, 2014)

William Braddock, originally a new Captain Britain, became known as Spider-UK. After discovering Morlun’s plan to eliminate all Spider-People across different universes, he joined the Spider-Army and journeyed throughout the multiverse to alert others to the coming danger.

Following his role in defeating Morlun, Spider-UK joined the Web Warriors and continued his adventures. Sadly, he was killed by Verna, Morlun’s ally, while trying to stop Otto Octavius from bringing the Inheritors’ cloning technology to Earth-616. He was laid to rest in England on Earth-803. Spider-UK was a key figure in the Spider-Verse storyline, possessing all the standard abilities of Spider-Man.

40. Sun Spider (Earth-20023)

Notable Feature: Spider Powered With A Disability

First Appearance: Spider-Verse (Vol. 3) #6 (March, 2020)

Charlotte Webber, a compelling character, was born with Ehlers–Danlos syndrome, which affected her ability to move. As a result, she relied on crutches to get around.

Despite facing disabilities, Charlotte Webber refused to let them limit her. After being bitten by a radioactive spider, she became Sun Spider, a crime fighter in New York City (Earth-20023). She uses web-shooters built into her crutches to help her. Like many Spider-People from alternate universes, she was later brought in to help with problems affecting the entire Spider-Verse. With powers similar to Spider-Man, Charlotte is a key character who promotes inclusivity and demonstrates incredible strength.

39. Spider-Wolf (Earth-13989)

Notable Feature: The Same Powers As Spidey, But Is Also A Werewolf

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 3) #11 (December, 2014)

Spider-Wolf is a different take on Spider-Man, originally from Earth-13989. He only appeared once in Marvel’s Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 3) #11, but even in that single appearance, he showed off a remarkable set of powers.

Very little is known about where this character comes from, but his powers are nearly identical to Spider-Man’s – the classic version most people are familiar with. The key difference is he can also transform into a werewolf, which makes him even stronger and faster.

38. Patton Parnel (Earth-51412)

Notable Feature: Can Transform Into A Spider-Like Being

First Appearance: Edge of Spider-Verse #4 (October, 2014)

Patton Parnel is a dark and unsettling take on Spider-Man. Unlike the traditionally cheerful, funny, and heroic Spider-Man, this version is deeply pessimistic, lacks empathy, and is incredibly harsh.

This character’s powers are quite different from Spider-Man’s. Instead of the usual abilities, he transforms into a terrifying creature with eight arms and eight eyes. He creates webbing naturally, and can turn people into spider-hosts simply by biting them.

37. The Spider-Man (Spider-Man Noir) (Earth-90214)

Notable Feature: Spider-Man, But Also A Gun-Wielding Detective

First Appearance: Spider-Man Noir #1 (December, 2008)

This Spider-Man costume is truly impressive. It’s set in 1930s New York City, a time of economic hardship and rampant crime, where Peter Parker fights to clean up the streets. Like Batman, this version of Spider-Man – known as Spider-Man Noir – is dark and realistic, and even uses firearms to combat criminals.

He has abilities much like the original Spider-Man, but he believes that great power comes with a duty for the public to limit it if necessary. This belief shapes how he approaches fighting crime.

36. Spiders-Man (Earth-11580)

Notable Feature: A Hive Mind Of Spiders Taking The Shape Of Spider-Man

First Appearance: Spider-Geddon #3 (November, 2018)

Despite the existence of Zombie Spider-Man, Spider-Man is still far more unsettling. He first appeared in the 2018 story arc “Spider-Geddon.” In his reality, Peter Parker was consumed by a colony of radioactive spiders. Somehow, these spiders formed a collective intelligence while retaining Parker’s essence.

When it comes to abilities, Spiders-Man shares similarities with a relatively obscure villain from the main Marvel universe named Carl King. Like King, Spiders-Man possesses superhuman strength, speed, and agility, and can harm opponents with a bite or even consume them if they crave power. Unusually, this version of Spider-Man is exceptionally difficult to permanently defeat, as his life force is tied to any surviving spider – as long as one spider lives, so does he.

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