D&D Beyond
The official digital toolset for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition
Pricing
Free for basic character creation and SRD content. Content purchases unlock full sourcebooks. D&D Beyond Master Tier $5.99/mo enables campaign sharing of purchased books.
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Systems
D&D 5e
Launched
2017
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The official digital toolset for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition
Overview
D&D Beyond is the official digital platform for Dungeons & Dragons, published by Wizards of the Coast. It provides an interactive character builder and sheet, a rules compendium, digital sourcebook purchases, and a dice roller. It is tightly integrated with D&D 5e and the official rules. Campaign management features allow GMs to share purchased content with players.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Official, rules-accurate character builder for 5e
- Mobile app works well for at-table use
- Content is purchased once and accessible anywhere
Cons
- Entirely D&D 5e only — useless for other systems
- Digital content purchases are platform-locked and cannot be exported
- Content costs can add up quickly to match physical book prices
Best for
D&D 5e players and GMs who want an official, rules-accurate digital experience on any device.
Key features
- Official D&D 5e character builder
- Integrated rules compendium
- Digital sourcebook purchases
- Campaign management
- Mobile app
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Frequently asked questions
Is D&D Beyond free?
Yes — D&D Beyond is free to use with SRD content for character creation. Full sourcebooks must be purchased separately as digital content.
Can I share my D&D Beyond books with my players?
Yes — with a Master Tier subscription ($5.99/mo), you can share all your purchased content with players in your campaigns.
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Last verified: 2026-06-13