10 Best Fuzz Pedals UK 2024

With this iconic product from Electro Harmonix, you'll get classic tones that have been tried and tested for decades - they appear on more albums than you can even count! Here, we've opted for the traditional large case, just for authenticity. But there's a whole family available in different sizes, including the Little Big Muff and the Nano Big Muff, all of which use the same circuitry set up.

The tones provided by this pedal will come in handy for every player, no matter whether you're an experienced guitarist or just dipping your toes into the fuzzy pool for the first time. It can do everything you need, ranging from a touch of grit to full-on 70s vibes, and it's a steal too - that's why it takes our top spot!

Fulltone based the sound of this pedal on the classic Vox Series III and Colorsound Tonebenders from the 60s, which were favourites of players like Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck. It uses three germanium transistors which give the pedal a tube-like saturation; while it's fuzzy, you'll still hear the nuance of what you're playing too. 

This pedal is totally versatile, thanks to the range of tone control, so whether you're searching for lengthy sustain, tube-like overdrive, or something a bit heavier, the Soul Bender will provide exactly what you need!

Simple and straightforward to use, the Mini Foot Fuzz V2 from JHS Pedals has a switch that alternates between low or high gain, a volume knob, and a fuzz knob. Easy, right? Moreover, because the knobs are so sensitive, you can dial in a wide range of colours from classic rock to contemporary fuzz.

Best of all, this pedal is tiny! Its compact size makes it perfect for those without much space who still want to add a fourth or fifth distortion sound to their board. Plus, the brand does so much for the pedal community that buying their gear feels like supporting a mate in the industry.

While this Electro Harmonix offering may be our only op-amp fuzz pedal, that shouldn't put you off! Alongside the classic three-knob EQ, it has an additional switch that provides a unique sound - it's a little more coarse than the traditional Big Muff, but works well whether you're playing chords or riffing away. 

Although this stompbox can get a little extreme at times, there are perfect little pockets in between that produce just the right amount of edginess. Even if it's not the top of your list, everyone should try one at some point as it lends itself effortlessly to various types of heaviness. It's incredibly affordable too, so you might as well!

Is it just us, or is Death By Audio is the greatest pedal brand name ever? This offering is their most well-known fuzz pedal and it pretty much epitomises the company - they've thrown a ton of parts into the circuit, resulting in a crazy-sounding stompbox. 

If you don't play noisy music, shoegaze, or grunge, then move on. Those looking to create a punk ruckus that's dirty enough to annoy the neighbours, however, will relish the tones that you can achieve with this mighty pedal!

If you fancy yourself as a bit of a fuzz connoisseur, à la J Mascis of Dinosaur Jr, then this stompbox from Jackson Audio was created with you in mind. The pedal is incredibly versatile, with nine knobs giving you everything from subtle vintage sounds at the lower settings to growling, cacophonous noise at the higher end.

There's also a built-in octave effect that'll help you replicate your whole musical catalogue, from Black Sabbath all the way through to John Mayer. While it's pricey, if you're a guitar aficionado then you'll agree that this one is excellent value for money!

If you've been searching for the ultimate vintage tone, look no further! The original Fuzz Face, released in the 60s, was a favourite of many a professional player and has been on the pedalboards of pretty much everyone, from Clapton to Harrison. Thankfully, Dunlop has recreated it for modern times, even returning to using the traditional germanium circuitry. 

They have upgraded the pedal though, and our favourite improvement is that it's about one-fifth of the size of the original, which makes fitting it on a board or carrying it to a show a whole lot easier! 

Behringer is one of the cheapest names in the pedal game at the moment. While that can often lead to less than accomplished tones, it's thankfully not the case at all with this product. The SF-300 has three different fuzz modes, as well as a three-knob EQ so you can dial in your own sound. 

The thick sound is sure to be a favourite of those looking to create colossal tones that drip with fuzz. Our only concern is that the casing is plastic, so be gentle with it if you want it to last over the years.

The creator of this pedal, Brian Wampler, describes the sound as a vintage fuzz running through a Marshall stack - so it's super-aggressive yet smooth. As well as the three simple knobs, there's also a big/tight switch that provides more tonal options.

This additional switch allows you to dial in sounds anywhere from rough and tumble Jack White-style riffs to polished Gilmour-esque leads, plus pretty much anything in between. The only downside is that it's no good for saturated distortion.

If you're looking to recreate the tone of the guitar god himself Mr Hendrix, this product should help you get there. As an octave fuzz pedal, it combines trippy modulation with snarling saturation to provide a truly psychedelic experience much like Jimi's playing.

Furthermore, you can switch between straight-up fuzz and the octave fuzz, so you'll have some versatility. This a mini pedal that won't take up much space but this does mean you'll need to commit to buying a 9V DC plug in order to power it.