May 2026 trade values reflect the post-Easter market reset, the late-April Dark fruit rework still finding its ceiling, and ongoing Venom-rework speculation. Dragon West and East remain at the top of permanent values, Kitsune still tops physical mythicals, and Dark has cemented itself as the breakout A-tier story of the spring.
This article ranks the top 20 fruits by trading value in both physical and permanent forms, with current demand scores and the direction each value is moving.
How to Read These Values
- Physical: The version you carry in your inventory. Lower value, more liquid.
- Permanent: The locked-to-account version bought from the Robux shop. Much higher value, less liquid.
- Demand (1-10): Community demand score. Higher means easier to find a counterparty.
- Trend: Rising / Stable / Falling vs. April 2026.
Note: Values shift weekly. Cross-check the trade calculator before any high-value swap. All values shown are community-aggregated estimates as of May 2026.
Top 20 Fruits by Trading Value (May 2026)
| Rank | Fruit | Physical | Permanent | Demand | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kitsune | 290M | 2.3B | 10/10 | Stable |
| 2 | Dragon West | 350M | 1.4B | 10/10 | Rising |
| 3 | Dragon East | 320M | 1.3B | 9/10 | Rising |
| 4 | Leopard | 55M | 1.5B | 9/10 | Stable |
| 5 | Dough | 30M | 750M | 9/10 | Stable |
| 6 | Spirit | 270M | 400M | 8/10 | Falling |
| 7 | Yeti | 160M | 1.1B | 7/10 | Stable |
| 8 | Oni | 180M | 600M | 8/10 | Stable |
| 9 | Control | 140M | 1.4B | 7/10 | Stable |
| 10 | Venom | 25M | 500M | 8/10 | Rising |
| 11 | Gas | 75M | 700M | 7/10 | Stable |
| 12 | T-Rex | 20M | 320M | 7/10 | Stable |
| 13 | Buddha | 15M | 350M | 6/10 | Falling |
| 14 | Dark | 25M | 250M | 8/10 | Rising |
| 15 | Phoenix | 18M | 180M | 6/10 | Stable |
| 16 | Lightning | 18M | 200M | 6/10 | Stable |
| 17 | Portal | 10M | 220M | 9/10 | Stable |
| 18 | Shadow | 10M | 180M | 6/10 | Falling |
| 19 | Magma | 5M | 110M | 5/10 | Stable |
| 20 | Ice | 4M | 90M | 5/10 | Stable |
SS-Tier Detail (Ranks 1-5)
Kitsune
Still the highest-demand physical fruit at 290M. The permanent value of 2.3B makes it the most expensive permanent in the game alongside the new Dragons. Demand is locked at 10/10 because the awakening drop rate keeps physicals scarce.
Use case: PvP and PvE both. The transformation move is the strongest in the game.
Dragon West & East
After the December 2024 rework, both Dragons have continued to rise slowly through 2026. May 2026 sees Dragon West at 350M physical and 1.4B permanent — up from 320M / 1.3B in April. East trails slightly because West has the slightly better PvP moveset.
Use case: PvP king (West), Sea Beast farming (both).
Leopard
The grinding GOAT. Physical sits at 55M and has been flat for over a year. Permanent is up modestly to 1.5B in May.
Use case: PvE, raids, fastest XP/hour after a 2x stack.
Dough
Awakened Dough is still the PvP combo king. Physical at 30M, permanent at 750M.
Use case: Tournament PvP, ranked Arena matches.
A-Tier and Rising Stars (Ranks 6-14)
Dark (Rework Sleeper)
The breakout story of late April through May. Dark went from C-tier and ~5M physical to 25M physical and 250M permanent after the rework. Demand is climbing.
Pro Tip: Dark’s ceiling is not yet established. If Update 30 ships any additional buffs, the value could push toward 40M physical. High-risk, moderate-upside hold.
Venom (Pre-Rework Speculation)
Confirmed for the next major rework. Physical sits at 25M, but expect a Control-style 5-10x jump when the rework actually lands. Buy speculatively if you believe rework rumors.
Spirit (Falling)
Lost demand through 2026. Once a top-3 physical mythical, now down to 270M physical and 400M permanent. No buffs scheduled. Avoid as an investment.
Yeti, Oni, Control, Gas
All stable in the 140M-180M physical range. Good swap anchors for matching values without overpaying.
B-Tier and Below (Ranks 15-20)
Lightning, Phoenix, Portal, Shadow
Phoenix and Portal are classic utility plays — Portal for PvP teleportation, Phoenix for the healing factor. Both stable. Shadow continues to be outclassed and is slowly losing demand.
Magma, Ice
Budget Logia tier. Useful for new players who want a permanent at a modest Robux investment, but not investments.
Buy / Hold / Sell Recommendations (May 2026)
Buy Now (Rising)
| Fruit | Why |
|---|---|
| Venom | Rework anticipated in Update 30 |
| Dark | Post-rework price discovery still ongoing |
| Dragon West/East | Slow but consistent climb |
Hold (Stable)
| Fruit | Why |
|---|---|
| Kitsune | Top demand floor, no risk |
| Leopard | Grinding meta unchanged |
| Dough | PvP meta unchanged |
| Control | Floor at 140M, no growth catalyst but no risk |
Sell or Avoid (Falling)
| Fruit | Why |
|---|---|
| Spirit | Lost demand, no buffs |
| Buddha | Nerfed, fewer players running it |
| Shadow | Outclassed by Dough and Venom |
Common Trading Pitfalls
Warning: The Physical/Permanent toggle is the #1 scam vector. Always verify both sides of a calculator screen before accepting any trade above 100M.
- Verify Physical vs Permanent on every trade card
- Cross-check on 2-3 calculators for high-value swaps
- Trust demand scores, not just raw value — a 200M fruit at 4/10 demand may sit for weeks
- Watch the trend arrows — rising fruits warrant a slight premium, falling fruits a slight discount
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the highest-value fruit in May 2026?
Permanent: Kitsune at 2.3B and Dragon West at 1.4B (close depending on calculator).
Physical: Dragon West at 350M.
Q: Is Dark a good investment now?
Yes, with caveat — its price is still finding its ceiling. Buy if you believe Update 30 will buff it further. Avoid if you want stability.
Q: When will Venom rework drop?
Confirmed for Update 30. No exact date yet, but dev posts in early May hint at a summer launch.
Q: How do I check live trade values?
Use the live calculator and cross-reference on community sites.
Last Updated: May 18, 2026. Sources: community trade aggregation, live calculator data.