Greetings, everyone! Spending a week testing different mining strategies for Path of Exile 2 (from those which provide maximum return on investment to those which one should simply skip), this guide will cover the optimal and suboptimal farming strategies calculated using efficiency, worth, and user experience as the key metrics.

• 1. Trial of Chaos Farm 
• 2. Rogue Exiles Farm
• 3. T4 Arbiter Farm
• 4. Azmerian Wisps Farm
• 5. Breach + Delirium Farm
• 6. T4 Xesht + Breachstone Farm
• 7. Delirium Mirror Farm
• 8. Map Bosses Farm (B Tier)
• 9. Essence Farm
• 10.  Citadel Farm
• 11. Simulacrum Farm
• 12. Cleansed Maps Farm
• 13.  Gold Farm + Gamba Farm
• 14. Ritual Farm
• 15. Expedition Farm
• 16. Logbook Farm
• 17. Low-Level Spear Farm
• 18.  Strongboxes Farm
• 19. Trial of Sekhemas Farm
• 20. T4 King in the Mists Farm
• Currency Farming Full List 

As usual, we have compiled all strategies into one comprehensive chart which depicts all strategies into F or S tiers along with a short justification for each based on weighted efficiency, overall profit, and execution complexity. Let's not waste any time and jump into it!

↖ 1. Trial of Chaos Farm 

Tier: A

Pros & Cons:

• + Provides a stable amount of currency
• +Can yield 3-5+ divines per hour
• - Time-consuming and repetitive
• - May feel boring for some players

Summary: A solid option for consistent currency generation. While it lacks excitement, its reliability makes it a strong choice for steady farming.

↖ 2. Rogue Exiles Farm

Tier: D

Pros & Cons:   

• + None worth mentioning
• - Minimal drops and spawn rates
• - Buggy mechanics make it frustrating

Summary: Avoid at all costs. Rogue Exiles farming is currently unplayable and yields no significant rewards.

↖ 3. T4 Arbiter Farm

Tier: A (Potential S)

Pros & Cons:

• + High currency potential if done efficiently
• + Builds like Deadeye or Gemland Fleer excel here
• - Expensive entry cost
• - Time-consuming due to zone joining and boss delays

Summary: T4 Arbiter farming is lucrative but risky. If you have the resources and a strong build, it can be highly rewarding, but the high entry cost makes it less accessible to everyone.

↖ 4. Azmerian Wisps Farm

Tier: C

Pros & Cons:

• + Rare chance to drop expensive talismans
• - Inconsistent results
• - Generally not worth the effort

Summary: While occasionally rewarding, Azmerian Wisps farming is unreliable. Consider it only if you’re looking for a change of pace or have nothing else to focus on.

↖ 5. Breach + Delirium Farm

Tier: S

Pros & Cons:

• + Generates a large amount of raw currency (e.g., Divine Orbs)
• +  Extremely efficient for farming high-value loot
• -  Requires careful setup and optimized gameplay

Summary: If you're looking to maximize raw currency drops, this strategy is your best bet. It's powerful and reliable for generating wealth in PoE 2.

↖ 6. T4 Xesht + Breachstone Farm

Tier: A

Pros & Cons:

• + Quick runs with high-value item drops
• + Consistently profitable, earning around 5+ Divines per run
• - Requires running Breachstones, which can slow down the process

Summary: A solid choice for players who enjoy boss farming. While slightly slower than other methods, the rewards make it worthwhile.

↖ 7. Delirium Mirror Farm

Tier: B

Pros & Cons:

• + Reliable and consistent income
• + Easy to incorporate into regular map farming
• - Misses out on other valuable item drops
• - Simulacrum prices are not as high as before

Summary: While still effective, Delirium Mirror farming isn't as lucrative as it once was. It's a good mid-tier option for steady income.

↖ 8. Map Bosses Farm (B Tier)

Tier: B

Pros & Cons:

• + Drops a significant number of rares and other items
• + Good synergy with beast farming
• - Rare items are not in high demand currently
• - Other strategies provide better returns

Summary: Once considered an S-tier strategy, map boss farming has fallen to B-tier due to market changes. Still a viable option for those who enjoy boss-focused gameplay.

↖ 9. Essence Farm

Tier: C

Pros & Cons:

• + Easy to farm with minimal setup required
• - Low profitability compared to other strategies

Summary: Essence farming is not recommended unless you specifically need essences for crafting or other purposes.

↖ 10.  Citadel Farm

Tier: S

Pros & Cons:

• + High ticket drops for Arbiter runs
• + Additional currency drops (e.g., Divines)
• + Efficient if you run maps quickly
• - Requires map-running speed optimization

Summary:Citadel Farm is the top pick right now. With the potential to find 2-4 citadels per hour and earn extra Divines along the way, this method is both profitable and consistent. Definitely an S-tier choice.

↖ 11. Simulacrum Farm

Tier: A

Pros & Cons: 

• + Consistent high-tier rewards
• + Great for farming rare items
• - RNG-dependent for valuable jewel drops
• - Can feel time-consuming

Summary: Simulacrum farming has improved recently and is a solid choice for consistent rewards. While jewels are hit-or-miss, the overall stability of this method secures its spot in A-tier.

↖ 12. Cleansed Maps Farm

Tier: C

Pros & Cons:

• + Opportunity to farm Fracturing Orbs
• + Supports other farming strategies
• - Difficult to focus solely on Fracturing Orbs
• - Less profitable compared to higher-tier methods

Summary: Cleansed Maps is more of a supportive farming technique than a standalone strategy. It's decent but falls behind other options, placing it in C-tier.

↖ 13.  Gold Farm + Gamba Farm

Tier: D

Pros & Cons:

• + Fun, if you enjoy gambling mechanics
• - Highly RNG-dependent
• - Farming gold is redundant with other methods

Summary: Gold farming combined with gambling feels outdated and inefficient in the current meta. With better options available, this method lands firmly in D-tier.

↖ 14. Ritual Farm

Tier: S

Pros & Cons:

• + Generates a massive amount of currency
• + High demand for Omens (prices are rising, up to five divines)
• +Expected buffs in the next patch
• - Requires specific setups for optimal results

Summary:Ritual farming is currently the best currency farming method. With Omens maintaining high value and upcoming buffs, it’s a reliable choice for consistent profit.

↖ 15. Expedition Farm

Tier: A

Pros & Cons:

• + Provides a steady supply of logbooks
• + Logbooks have high resale value or can be run for additional rewards
• + Decent raw currency drops
• - Not as profitable as S-tier methods

Summary: Expedition farming is a solid choice, especially with logbooks expected to receive buffs. It’s versatile, allowing players to sell or use logbooks for further gains.

↖ 16. Logbook Farm

Tier: A

Pros & Cons: 

• + High potential for raw currency drops
• + Buffs in the next patch may increase profitability
• - RNG-dependent; inconsistent results
• - Buying logbooks can be tedious

Summary: While currently closer to B-tier, the anticipated buffs make logbook farming a strong contender for A-tier. Keep an eye on this method as it may become even more lucrative.

↖ 17. Low-Level Spear Farm

Tier: B

Pros & Cons:

• + Simple and effective during certain points in the league
• - Reduced efficiency compared to earlier patches
• - Reports of location changes affecting spear availability

Summary: Once an S-tier strategy, spear farming has dropped in value. It's still viable but lacks the consistency and profitability of higher-tier methods.

↖ 18.  Strongboxes Farm

Tier: B

Pros & Cons:

• + Can drop valuable items like divines
• + Works well when combined with other mechanics (e.g., Breach or Expedition)
• - Inconsistent results; not reliable as a standalone method

Summary: Strongbox farming is a decent supplementary strategy but lacks the reliability to stand alone as an A-tier method.

↖ 19. Trial of Sekhemas Farm

Tier: S

Pros & Cons:

• + High-value jewel drops with potential for expensive sales
• + Additional item drops add to profitability
• + Efficient for fast runners
• - Can feel repetitive and boring over time

Summary: Trial of Sekhemas is a solid S-tier farming method. With a steady stream of valuable jewels and extra items, it’s an excellent choice for players looking to maximize their profits.

↖ 20. T4 King in the Mists Farm

Tier: B

Pros & Cons:

• + Stable returns with consistent farming
• - Low drop rates for high-value items
• - Ingenuity Belt is no longer as profitable as before
• - Other T4 bosses like Zash or Arbiter are more rewarding

Summary:T4 King in the Mists is a mediocre farming option. While it provides steady returns, it lacks the appeal of higher-tier strategies. Players seeking better profits should consider alternative T4 bosses.

↖ Currency Farming Full List 

Now, let's summarize 20 farming strategies based on efficiency, profitability, and ease of execution!

S-Tier: Best of the Best

These farms are highly profitable and efficient, offering consistent returns with minimal drawbacks.

A-Tier: Strong and Reliable

These strategies are effective but require specific setups or come with minor limitations.

B-Tier: Decent but Situational 

Good options for supplemental income but not as consistent or lucrative as higher tiers.

C-Tier: Inconsistent or Low Reward

These methods can work but are often unreliable or inefficient compared to higher tiers.

D-Tier: Avoid These Farms

These strategies are inefficient, unprofitable, or outright broken in the current meta.

Aligning the choice of farming strategy with the chosen build and playstyle as always, feel free to test these hypothesis to find the sweet spot tailored to your playstyle. And importantly, every patch brings new changes so stay flexible!

Inform us in the comments below about your favorite techniques or any changes to the tiers that you would want to suggest. Enjoy your farming Exiles!