Gold bars are the premium currency in Candy Crush Saga — the resource players spend real money on, or carefully accumulate through gameplay. If you don't spend them wisely, you'll burn through them on small problems and have nothing left when you actually need them.
What Gold Bars Are Used For
| Use | Cost | Worth It? |
|---|---|---|
| Extra moves (5 moves at end of level) | 9 gold bars | Yes — on levels you're close to completing |
| Refill lives (5 lives) | 1 gold bar | Rarely — just wait 30 min per life |
| Unlock a new episode early | Varies | No — episodes unlock free after a short wait |
| Buy boosters | Varies | Situational — only if stuck on a specific hard level |
How to Get Free Gold Bars
1. Complete Episode Challenges (Piggy Bank)
Each episode has a star-based challenge. Earning enough Sugar Stars across an episode fills a piggy bank that rewards gold bars. These stack up over time as a consistent free source.
2. Finish Event Goals
King's limited-time events frequently offer gold bars as mid-tier or top-tier prizes. Playing events actively — even if you don't fully complete them — often earns a few gold bars per event.
3. Earn Sugar Stars
Completing a level with extra moves triggers a Sugar Crush sequence that earns stars. The more stars you accumulate across an episode, the faster the piggy bank fills.
4. Daily Booster Wheel
Gold bars occasionally appear as a spin result on the Daily Booster Wheel. It's rare but worth spinning every day since it costs nothing.
5. First-Time Level Completion Bonuses
Some episodes reward gold bars just for clearing a specific level for the first time. Check the episode introduction screen for reward details.
When to Spend Gold Bars: Extra Moves
The most valuable use of gold bars is buying extra moves at the end of a level where you're one or two moves short. When the end-of-level screen offers "+5 Moves" for 9 gold bars, ask yourself:
- Am I within 2–3 objectives of finishing the level?
- Is the board in a state where 5 moves can realistically close it out?
- Have I already tried this level 3+ times and understand its mechanics?
If yes to all three, buying extra moves is a reasonable use. If you're still far from the objective, the extra moves won't fix a strategy problem.
When NOT to Spend Gold Bars
- Buying lives: Lives refill for free every 30 minutes. Spending 1 gold bar for 5 lives is only worth it if you're in the middle of an event with a time limit and need to keep playing immediately.
- Unlocking episodes early: Episodes unlock for free after a short wait (usually a few hours). There's no reason to spend gold bars to skip this.
- Early in a new level: If you're on your first or second attempt at a level, don't buy extra moves. You're still learning the board. Extra moves won't help if you don't know where the objectives are.
Do Gold Bars Transfer Between Devices?
Yes — your gold bar balance is tied to your King account or Facebook account, not your device. As long as you're logged into the same account, you'll see the same balance on any phone or tablet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get free gold bars in Candy Crush Saga?
Complete episode challenges, finish event rewards, earn Sugar Stars, and check the Daily Booster Wheel. These are the main free sources.
What is the best use of gold bars in Candy Crush?
Buying extra moves at the end of a level you're close to beating — specifically when you have a clear path to completion with 5 more moves.
How many gold bars does it cost for extra moves?
Extra moves (5 at a time) cost 9 gold bars. You can buy them multiple times per level attempt.
Is there a way to get unlimited gold bars for free?
No legitimate way. Any website or app claiming to give free unlimited gold bars is a scam or account-theft attempt.
Do gold bars carry over if I switch devices?
Yes — your balance is tied to your account. Log in with the same King or Facebook account on your new device to restore your gold bars.
Last updated: June 2026 · All Candy Crush guides