TOWN HALL 3 GUIDE
TH3 Upgrade Priority
Get the Laboratory working first, then improve the small army you use most.
Last reviewed July 25, 2026 · Recommended order, not an official Supercell rankingStart With
1Laboratory2Army Camp3Clan Castle
Recommended TH3 Upgrade Order
TH3 is the first Town Hall where Laboratory research becomes a real part of progression. Start research early so it can run while Builders handle the village.
Simple Rule: Keep the Laboratory busy and finish one simple army before spending time on every defense.
What to Upgrade First at TH3
A short progression order for the early tutorial Town Halls.
| Order | Upgrade Focus | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Build the Laboratory and MortarLaboratory · Mortar · Bomb | The Laboratory starts troop research, while the Mortar and Bomb complete the main new TH3 defensive tools. |
| 2 | Research the Army You UseLaboratory · Main Troops | Choose the troops you actually attack with and upgrade those first instead of spreading research across everything. |
| 3 | Improve Army Capacity and SupportArmy Camp · Barracks · Clan Castle | Capacity and troop access improve every attack and make resource farming more reliable. |
| 4 | Finish Resources, Defenses, and WallsStorages · Collectors · Mortar · Archer Tower · Walls | Complete the remaining short upgrades once research and army capacity are already moving. |
NEW AT TH3
New Content Available at TH3
Buildings are constructed in the Village. Troops, spells, Siege Machines, Heroes, and pets are unlocked through their related buildings.
AVOID THESE
Common TH3 Upgrade Mistakes
1Leaving the Laboratory idle after building it.
2Researching troops you do not use while your main army stays weak.
3Delaying Army Camp upgrades for low-impact defensive work.
QUICK ANSWERS
TH3 Upgrade Priority FAQ
What Should I Upgrade First at TH3?
Start with Laboratory, Army Camp, Clan Castle. Then follow the Town Hall-specific order shown above instead of trying to upgrade everything at once.
Does TH3 Need a Full Maxing Plan?
TH3 is an early progression stage. Complete the key army, resource, and required building upgrades, then move on when the next Town Hall is available.
Should I Max Everything Before Leaving TH3?
You do not need to stay at TH3 for a long time. Finish the important army and resource upgrades, complete the required buildings, and continue progressing.
Is This the Only Correct Upgrade Order?
No. This is a balanced recommendation. Builders, Magic Items, preferred armies, war schedule, and available resources can justify changing the order.