Top 17 Fallout 4 BEST Companions [2024]

Companions have always been a crucial aspect of the Fallout series. Continuing that aspect, Fallout 4 also has numerous companions that players can choose to pursue in the game. These in-game characters make the storyline more appealing, add details, and assist in all kinds of missions.

We’ve created a comparison table for the best companions in Fallout 4;

No.	Companions	Strength	Endurance	Intelligence	Luck
1	Codsworth	9	7	9	7
2	Hancock	5	8	14	7
3	Deacon	9	7	9	7
4	Dogmeat	4	4	8	4
5	Automatron	-	-	-	-
6	Ada	9	1	7	1
7	Piper	5	7	8	8
8	Old Longfellow	5	7	7	7
9	X6-88	16	17	10	8
10	Porter Guage	7	7	6	7
11	Cait	5	7	7	7
12	MacCready	5	9	7	8
13	Preston Garvey	5	7	8	8
14	Paladin Danse	5	8	8	7
15	Nick Valentine	5	8	16	8
16	Strong	24	8	6	1
17	Curie	4 (synth) 5 (miss nanny)	4 (synth) 4 (miss nanny)	11 (synth) 11 (miss nanny)	4 (synth) 4 (miss nanny)

If you are an extrovert player without the Lone Wanderer perk, there are a series of companions you can consider in Fallout 4. Although, choosing one can become overwhelming because of the diverse companions and their characteristics. But do not worry, as I bring you the Fallout 4 best companion and ranked the best ones. 

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Codsworth

Best Companion for Close Combat & Charismatic Builds.

Statistics	Value
Strength	9
Perception	10
Endurance	7
Charisma	7
Intelligence	9
Agility	10
Luck	7
Class	ZeroSPECIALclass
Combat Style	csMrHandy
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	Brave
Assistance	Helps Allies

Codsworth might not be the choice of most players, but the personality and power it brings are definitely worth it. It is a robot companion that can be purchased by Sole Survivor earlier in the game. This guy or hunk of metal comes in handy in close combat. This robot uses a flamer and buzz-saw that are deadly for the low-level enemies in the game.

Codsworth, originally a Robotic Butler, is a top Fallout 4 robot companion with a charming personality and deadly weapons. You can recruit him right after leaving the vault at Sanctuary Hills.

In combat, Codsworth deals decent damage with his flame and buzz-saw. He’s an essential, unkillable companion. Codsworth grants a unique Robot Sympathy perk for +10 damage resistance from energy weapon attacks after reaching maximum Affinity.

Hancock

Best Companion for the Charismatic Wasteland Survivor.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	10
Endurance	8
Charisma	9
Intelligence	14
Agility	10
Luck	7
Class	ZeroSPECIALclass
Combat Style	-
Aggression	-
Confidence	-
Assistance	-

The next companion on the list is going to be Hancock. Do not judge him by his looks as he is the old Ghoul turned companion when the bomb dropped. However, this guy’s charisma is skyrocketing from the looks and has the best game design along with a backstory. No wonder he is the ghoul mayor of the Goodneighbor.

This Fallout 4 companion is available for beginners as well as veteran players. However, it requires a series of quests to gain his trust. After completing the quests, John Hancock will offer to join you in the journey further in the wasteland. Players can find him around the Old State House in the Goodneighbor where he will offer the quests to beginner players.

However, to make him your companion, you must complete the Big Dig side quest. At the end of the quest, you will have the chance to make the Hancock your permanent companion in the game. Another unique thing about this companion In Fallout 4 is that he is immune to radiation. This means you can take him alongside with your journey to some of the worst places on the map.

Deacon

Best Companion for Sneaky Adventurers.

Statistics	Value
Strength	9
Perception	10
Endurance	7
Charisma	7
Intelligence	9
Agility	10
Luck	7
Class	CrimeRailroadHQ RailroadFaction
Combat Style	csCompDeacon
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	Foolhardy
Assistance	Helps Allies

If your character does not mix up with robots or ghouls, Deacon may be the perfect human companion choice for players. If you have already encountered him around the Railroad faction, you may know that he is a spy for the secretive organization. Most importantly, the Railroad organization has been keeping a close eye on the Sole Survivor.

Surprisingly, Sole Survivor may have had multiple encounters with Deacon ever since he walked out of the Vault. This is because Deacon has been spying on the character for his activities and the interests that will later influence the game when you join the Railroad faction. He is pretty good at wearing disguises. Some players can actually find him disguised during the Piper meeting in Diamond City. Moreover, he can also be found as Drifter in Goodneighbor during the Sole survivor’s journey.

Considering him being the Spy all along, he might not be an ideal character to trust. Not just that but you may also find him lying a lot and then casually getting away with it. But still, when it comes to the power he yields for your gameplay, Deacon never disappoints. He relies on a Sniper rifle and Pipe rifle to end all kinds of enemies charging at him and Sole Survivor. With these weapons, no wonder he keeps a distance and does fatal damage to the enemies.

One of the guaranteed places to find Deacon is Old North Church outside Railroad headquarter. But before going to speak in person, you must complete a quest known as “Tradecraft“. However, in order to make Deacon your companion, you must join the Railroad faction.

Dogmeat

Best Companion for Stealthy Scavengers.

Statistics	Value
Strength	4
Perception	14
Endurance	4
Charisma	4
Intelligence	8
Agility	14
Luck	4
Tag Skills	Immobilize
Class	-
Combat Style	csDogmeatRevised
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Carry Weight	150

Another best companion for the stealth builds in Fallout 4 is going to be Dogmeat. Do not underestimate the canine dog, as he can be the friendliest and neutral companion in the game. In fact, Sole Survivor’s first interaction with a real companion is going to be with the Dogmeat that greets him with a great smile.

Dogmeat isn’t the most powerful companion in Fallout 4, but he’s a valuable early-game ally. He distracts enemies, allowing you to take accurate shots.

Find Dogmeat near the Red Rocket Truckstop by Sanctuary. Initiate a conversation to make him your permanent companion. While he doesn’t offer an Affinity perk, he’s unique for being radiation-immune.

Additionally, Dogmeat helps you find hidden items, making looting easier. He’s an excellent companion for beginners starting the Fallout 4.

Automatron

Best Companion for Customizable Firepower.

To go much further, you can get a robot companion crafted and built all by yourself. Fallout 4 Automatron DLC emphasizes the neon world of Boston, which allows players to craft different types of robots for their daily battle needs. This, of course, utilizes numerous robot perks like Robotics Experts, Hacker, Gun Nut, and Science, but eventually, they all are going to contribute greatly to your robot companion.

Creating your own Automatron robot companion is straightforward. Begin by completing the first mission of the Fallout 4 Automatron expansion, “Mechanical Menace,” which becomes available at level 15.

Gather robot schematics and material resources from robots you defeat during gameplay. Use these materials to craft your ultimate robot companion, similar to weapon mods. Collect items such as Assaultron arms and legs to enhance your Automatron.

To build your robot, you’ll need the Robot Workbench, unlocked after completing the first Automatron mission. While Automatron doesn’t offer Affinity perks, the ability to craft a formidable robot companion makes Affinity perks less of a concern.

Ada

Best Companion for High-Level Missions & Assault-Focused Players.

Statistics	Value
Strength	9
Perception	5
Endurance	1
Charisma	1
Intelligence	7
Agility	10
Luck	1
Class	ZeroSPECIALclass
Combat Style	DLC01csWorkbenchBot
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies,
Damage Res.	25%
Carry Weight	140 .lbs

Just after finishing the first quest of the Automatron DLC, players will be able to meet a robot that goes by the name of Ada. Ada is a highly intelligent assaultron with a humanoid form whose intellectual abilities can make the best companion.

Considering Ada as an Assaultron, she is a deadly machine that can obliterate the enemies. Moreover, she can carry some loot as well as lockpick doors and hack the terminals. This means she will come in handy in most higher-level missions.

After spending some time, she will ask you to let her join you in different missions. To start the first quest, players will have to visit Waltz Consumer Electronics and speak to the heavily modified Assaultron. Like the Automatron robot that you build yourself, Ada also will not have an Affinity perk that grants special abilities and skills for your character.

Piper

Best Companion for Charismatic Characters & XP Farmers.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	10
Endurance	7
Charisma	10
Intelligence	8
Agility	10
Luck	8
Class	ZeroSPECIALclass
Combat Style	csCompPiper
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	0
Carry Weight	216.5 .lbs (no clothes and without)

Piper is a human companion that everyone would want to have on their side. She is immediately available to join your character as a companion upon first interaction. Piper is a Diamond City reporter, that had a hard background story in the fictional world of Fallout. You will encounter him struggling to get through the City Gates.

Since she is a news reporter, her interactions will mostly revolve around journalism and being a truthful reporter in the Commonwealth. However, she also possesses some essential skills that may come in handy for your quests by becoming your permanent companion. As a reporter, she is going to have Charismatic qualities that will assist players in a series of quests.

Piper is not weapon-focused and prefers using a pistol in combat, effectively dealing fire damage to enemies. However, she lacks immunities to radiation and other hazards due to her human nature.

As your Affinity with Piper increases, she grants the unique perk “Gift of Gab.” This perk provides +100% XP for using Charisma to persuade and discover locations. Piper is an excellent choice for farming XP and gaining valuable bonuses.

To obtain this perk, follow a similar process as with other companions. Fill her Affinity bar by avoiding actions she dislikes, and once it’s full, your character can gain her non-combat perk.

Old Longfellow

Best Companion for Experienced Far Harbor Adventurers.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	7
Endurance	7
Charisma	7
Intelligence	7
Agility	10
Luck	7
Rarity	Legendary
Combat Style	default
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	-
Carry Weight	100 .lbs

When it comes to one of the strongest companions in Fallout 4, Old Longfellow is never an exception. This old guy is a highly experienced human companion that came with the Far Harbor expansion pack for Fallout 4. This means that this companion In Fallout 4 will be available for mid-level players, which is a fair requirement for a good reason.

Old Longfellow serves as your guide on the island, aiding in various DLC main quests. Unlike companions from other DLCs, he’s a powerful ally, dealing heavy damage and providing support in challenging situations.

Armed with a lever-action rifle, Old Longfellow is a reliable companion. In the Far Harbor DLC, you’ll first encounter him in a bar.

Just like other companions, Old Longfellow has preferences, and keeping track of them is crucial for maximizing Affinity. When you do, your character gains the “Hunter’s Wisdom” perk, reducing damage and energy resistance of all Commonwealth beasts by 25%, including land and sea creatures.

Notably, it’s relatively easy to reach maximum Affinity with Old Longfellow. However, he despises the Children of Adam due to his background in Fallout 4 lore. So, any choices or conversations benefiting the Children of Adam will be counted as dislikes for him.

X6-88

Best Companion for Institute Supporters & Combat Enthusiasts.

Statistics	Value
Strength	16
Perception	18
Endurance	17
Charisma	8
Intelligence	10
Agility	18
Luck	8
Class	-
Faction	InstituteFaction
Combat Style	csCompX6-88
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	Average
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	-
Carry Weight	150 .lbs

x6-88 is indeed a difficult name to hear both in the real-life and virtual world of Fallout 4. However, in terms of companions, X6-88 is the best guy that will hand quite good bonuses and haul extra items during the journey. X6-88 is a synth human that is working for The Institute.

In essence, he is an operator and his initial encounter with the player was through Kellog’s memory mission. That is the only background we know so far for X6-88. However, we do know that he is a synth human that is also considered powerful army personnel. He is an emotionless and quite antihero person with high combat abilities that can easily destroy all kinds of enemies.

The fact that he is part of the Institute makes him the most powerful and best companion in Fallout 4. Although your character may not be able to romance with the companion, which is a detailed factor since he is an emotionless android.

He can be found during the Synth Retention Mission that is immediately unlocked when you enter the Institute. Not just that but you also need to complete the Battle of Bunker Hill and Mankind Redefined quest. If you have not completed the mission, then you might want to finish that for the sake of the storyline.

Once the player is able to maximize X6-88 Affinity, they can enjoy his Shield Harmonics perk. This perk will offer +20 energy resistance for your characters, so you will no longer have to worry about enemies with energy weapons.

Porter Gage

Best Companion for Conquering Nuka World.

Statistics	Value
Strength	7
Perception	9
Endurance	7
Charisma	3
Intelligence	6
Agility	8
Luck	7
Class	ZeroSPECIALclass
Combat Style	default
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	-
Carry Weight	170 .lbs

When talking about the Fallout 4 best companion for Nuka World, Porter Gage ranks top on the list. Porter Gage is another most powerful right hand of your character. He is a raider as well as a vendor that will sell stuff to the players. He is formally a right-hand man Connor the Harvestor who was the leader of the raiders group. His bossman later betrayed Gage and was eventually thrown out of the raiders gang.

Porter Gage, a former raider, betrays his gang and becomes a valuable ally due to his knowledge of their secrets. You’ll meet him at Fizztop Grille in Nuka World.

After initial interactions, complete the Taken for a Ride and An Ambitious Plan quests to gain his trust, making him a permanent companion. Gage, like other companions, responds to your actions, affecting his Affinity meter and granting a unique perk.

Once his Affinity meter is full, you’ll receive the Lessons in Blood perk, providing a 5% XP boost per kill and adding +10 to both ballistic and energy damage resistance. Gage also carries a Handmade Rifle, known among the Best Fallout 4 weapons. With these qualities, he’s a valuable addition to further your Fallout 4 story.

Cait

Best Companion for Combat-Focused Characters & Those Seeking Redemption.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	10
Endurance	7
Charisma	7
Intelligence	7
Agility	10
Luck	7
Tag Skills	Locksmith
Class	ZeroSPECIALclass
Combat Style	csCompCait
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	0
Carry Weight	-

Cait is known among Fallout’s 4 best female companions that are going to be on your side everywhere. Sadly, her background and drugs influence has a great impact on her life and she will be found mostly discussing it. However, the player’s action and dialogue selection can greatly help her, making her the highly skilled companion for the character.

She is an Irish woman with bad parents. She eventually left them and relied on pickpocketing to survive. That is the only thing you will find out initially, but your dialogue choices can reveal more. Cait can be found near the downtown Boston area in the Combat Zone.

What is so unique about Cait is that she does not have a companion requirement. This means you will not have to complete specific quests to make her companion. Surprisingly, you can come to the location earlier in the game and meet her, but still, it is always advised to make her companion until you are level 10.

MacCready

Best Companion for Sniper Enthusiasts & Mercenary-Minded Players.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	10
Endurance	9
Charisma	7
Intelligence	7
Agility	10
Luck	8
Class	SoldierLeader
Combat Style	default csCompMacCready
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	Brave
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	-
Carry Weight	-

MacCready is another gun for hire that will keep things mostly to himself. As a former mercenary and gunner, MacCready holds significant experience in taking down different enemies and infiltrating buildings. These characteristics make him an ideal companion for Sole Survivor.

Especially, players have always praised MacCready because of his roots back in the original Fallout game. In that game, he was mayor of the Little Lamplight in 2077. Now 22 years later, MacCready is also part of the events of the Fallout 4 game and now has married a woman named Lucy.

Apart from that, MacCready is a great companion for your character that is looking for fast-paced killing sprees and easier mission completions. As an excellent gunner, MacCready prefers a Sniper rifle as a primary weapon to kill enemies from a safe distance. This will allow your character to go inside enemies’ den with a remarkable Sniper cover on your back.

As for the companion perk, MacCready offers players with max Affinity Killshot perk that enables players 20% more accuracy to get headshots while using V.A.T.S. For that instance, players with heavy V.A.T.S usage can make achieve higher headshots for more brutal killing sprees.

Preston Garvey

Best Companion for Peacekeepers & Minuteman Supporters.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	10
Endurance	7
Charisma	9
Intelligence	8
Agility	10
Luck	8
Class	-
Rarity	Legendary
Combat Style	csPreston
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	165 .lbs
Carry Weight	0

Preston Garvey is the last known Minutemen that would do anything to make peace in the fictional world of Commonwealth. As a Minutemen member, he is also available among some of the best companions in Fallout 4. Since he is one of the notable NPC characters you find at the beginning of the game, many players are unaware of the fact he is also the first-ever companion you meet.

Preston Garvey can be found at Sanctuary Hills after completing the “When Freedom Calls” main quest. He’s committed to peace and local defense, making him an ideal companion if your character shares these goals.

However, as a human, Preston lacks immunity to radiation and poison, so consider this in hazardous locations. He offers a companion perk, granted at max Affinity. Preston values peaceful actions for society’s improvement.

To earn his loyalty and higher Affinity, complete a series of Minutemen quests. When the Affinity bar is full, Preston grants the “United We Stand” perk. This provides +20% damage and damage resistance when facing three or more enemies.

Preston wields the powerful Laser Musket, which inflicts significant damage from a distance. Although he keeps his distance, the weapon’s impressive fire rate and damage make it perfect for him.

Paladin Danse

Best Companion for Brotherhood of Steel Loyalists & Heavy Weapons Fans.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	10
Endurance	8
Charisma	6
Intelligence	8
Agility	10
Luck	7
Class	-
Combat Style	csBoS01RangedPowerArmor
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Friends and Allies
Damage Res.	1160%
Carry Weight	-

Paladin Danse tops the list for being the best and most loyal companion that will fight by your side. He is a member of the Brotherhood of Steel. But when it comes to killing and protection, you may see him in his Power armor, making him a juggernaut for enemies.

Danse was recruited by the Brotherhood of Steel and turned out the most loyal soldier to the group. Your character will pick up with him during the quest of a recon mission to retrieve the details of the Institute’s activity. During the mission, players can meet the Paladin Danse outside the Cambridge Police Station. But it is worth noting that this is during the Brotherhood of Steel recon missions.

To make him your companion, players must complete Call to Arms, Semper Invicta quests. Some players also mention another quest requirement including Reunion and Shadow of Steel. In essence, these quests are loyalty markers for Paladins and prove your trust to make him a permanent companion.

Nick Valentine

Best Companion for Stealthy Detectives & Hacking Enthusiasts.

Statistics	Value
Strength	5
Perception	10
Endurance	8
Charisma	8
Intelligence	16
Agility	10
Luck	8
Class	-
Combat Style	csCompValentine
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	25%
Carry Weight	141 .lbs

Nick Valentine is another companion, but instead of reaching him, you will be rescuing him during the main quest. He is a noir synth type of human that has a unique outlook. In fact, he is a detective that can easily work around the stealth jobs like infiltrating terminals and lockpicking. He can hack the terminals so you can easily gain access to some of the secrets scattered around the Commonwealth.

To find Nick Valentine, complete the “Unlikely Valentine” and “Getting a Clue” main storyline quests. Nick excels at hacking and detail retrieval, ideal for stealthy characters. He’s immune to radiation and poison, making him a versatile companion.

His prime weapon of choice is Revolver. Some players may not find it useful in combat. But what Nick lacks in combat, makes up for hacking the terminals that are just painful experiences in Fallout 4. Nick Valentine also has an Affinity perk to offer for your character. So you will have to make sure to keep him happy and avoid things that he dislikes.

Strong

Best Companion for Brute Force & High Carry Capacity.

Statistics	Value
Strength	24
Perception	12
Endurance	8
Charisma	1
Intelligence	6
Agility	18
Luck	1
Class	-
Combat Style	csCompStrong
Aggression	Aggressive
Confidence	FoolHardy
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	-
Carry Weight	270 .lbs

Strong is exactly what the name implies. You might be disturbed by the looks of the old guy, but he is the strongest super-mutant companion you can get in Fallout 4. Unlike other super-mutants that are always hostile, Strong is super-friendly and will assist players with a series of quests.

To recruit Strong, begin the “Curtain Call” quest at Trinity Tower. Strong, a super mutant, boasts a hefty 200 carrying weight, ideal for carrying your loot. He’s also radiation-immune, a super mutant perk.

He is both generous and violent in nature. In that case, he would like the same for your character build. However, he hates raiders and other enemies that use assault rifles and will smash and rip them apart when he sees one. His main weapon of choice is a Sledgehammer and will swing around with immense power to sweep clean the hostile areas.

Curie

Best Companion for Science Enthusiasts & Those Seeking a Support Role.

Statistics	Value
Strength	4 (Synth) 5 (Miss Nanny)
Perception	4 (Synth) 4 (Miss Nanny)
Endurance	4 (Synth) 4 (Miss Nanny)
Charisma	4 (Synth) 4 (Miss Nanny)
Intelligence	11 (Synth) 11(Miss Nanny)
Agility	4 (Synth) 4 (Miss Nanny)
Luck	4 (Synth) 4 (Miss Nanny)
Class	-
Combat Style	csCompCurie
Aggression	Aggressive (Synth) (Miss Nanny)
Confidence	Brave (Synth) Average (Miss Nanny)
Assistance	Helps Allies
Damage Res.	0%
Carry Weight	-

Last but not the least, Curie is an incredible companion that you can get in Fallout 4. At first, you will meet only Mr. Handy’s variant of Curie with female programming. In essence, it is a household robot and her name is Curie is an acronym for Contagions Vulnerability Robotic Infirmary Engineer.

Originally expected to be a lab assistant in the Vault 81. However, Doctor Ken Collins gave her the freedom to do whatever she could when the great war began. To find her, players will have to gain access to the secret part of Vault 81. You will gain access here during a side quest Hole in the Wall. She will be found trapped inside the lab for 83 years.

Curie, your companion, is immune to radiation and poison, ensuring your survival. However, in her Mr. Handy form, her capabilities are limited. To unlock her full potential, transfer her programming to a synthetic body.

To do this, engage in dialogue with Doctor Amari at the Memory Den in Goodneighbor. This is only possible during the Curie quest “Emergent Behavior” and not after the “Dangerous Minds” quest. After the transfer, equip her with a weapon of your choice to enhance her combat abilities and increase damage output.

With a calm and generous character like Curie, you might also want to proceed as a kind character to reach her max Affinity. After that, she will grant her companion perk Combat Medic. This perk comes in handy for survival aspects as it adds +100 Hit Points whenever your character Hit Points drop below 10%.

My Recommendation On the Best Companion

As an experienced Fallout 4 player with 100+ hours of gameplay, I’d recommend Paladin Danse and Nick Valentine to be best. If you prefer a tanky, powerful companion who can dish out serious damage, Paladin Danse is your guy. His Brotherhood of Steel loyalty aligns well with certain storylines, and his “Know Your Enemy” perk boosts your damage against ghouls, super mutants, and synths. While he can sometimes be a bit rigid, his combat prowess and radiation immunity make him a reliable force to have at your side.

For players who value a stealthy approach and appreciate a compelling backstory, Nick Valentine is a fantastic choice. His hacking abilities open up shortcuts and valuable loot, while his detective persona adds a unique flavor to your adventures. He’s immune to radiation and offers a helpful perk that speeds up terminal hacking. If you enjoy uncovering secrets and a bit of noir charm, Nick is the perfect partner in crime.

Fallout 4 Companion Summary

With another pair of guns and unique perks to enjoy, companions are a great addition to Fallout 4. Now that you know who is your best companion in Fallout 4, you can proceed further in the game and explore the darkest of places without worrying about survival. Moreover, you can connect your character and engage in romance activity with the companion to unlock a special bonus perk known as Lover’s Embrace. This perk allows players to receive +15 XP for a limited time.

That is about it for the ranked list of companions in Fallout 4. Who do you think makes up Fallout 4 best companion and for what reason? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section down below.