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The Best K-pop Groups With 10 Or More Members

Coley Reed
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Vote on your favorite K-pop groups with 10+ members.

Popularity and talent in the realm of K-pop music isn't exclusive to soloists or small groups; in fact, some of the best K-pop groups are those with the most members. To celebrate the magic of these large ensembles, this list has been curated to highlight the bands that are not only renowned for their size, but also for their unique flair, vocal prowess, and enthralling performances. This is a crowd-ranked compilation, giving fans all over the globe the power to vote for their favorite super-groups and ensure they get the recognition they deserve.

Mega-groups like Seventeen, consisting of 13 members, have truly made their mark in the K-pop industry. Their self-producing methodology undeniably sets them apart. NCT takes 'big' to a whole new level, with an "unlimited" member strategy, thus far accumulating a staggering 26 members split into various sub-units, revolutionizing the concept of K-pop groups. Girl group IZ*ONE, despite having 12 members, consistently exhibited a cohesive sound, as well as stunningly synchronized performances. EXO, another boy band that debuted with more than 10 members, has consistently proven their exceptional vocal and dancing abilities and left fans enthralled with their charismatic stage presence. 

Ranking the best K-pop groups with the most members is no simple task because of the diverse talent showcased in each group. Whether one prefers a group for its harmonious unity, high-energy performances, or ground-breaking concepts, it is clear that these bands, despite their size, have carved out their identities in the highly competitive K-pop industry.

As we dive into the captivating world of the largest K-pop groups, it's time for the fans to highlight those that shine the brightest. Make sure to vote for your favorites, helping to shape this list and bring recognition to the famous groups that have added a refreshing dynamic to the K-pop music scene.

  • Seventeen
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    Seventeen

    Members: S.coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, Vernon, Woozi, Jeonghan, Joshua, DK, Seungkwan, Hoshi, Jun, The8, and Dino

    Debut Year: 2015

    Consisting of 13 members, the group is divided into three sub-units: the hip-hop unit (S.coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, and Vernon); the vocal unit (Woozi, Jeonghan, Joshua, DK, and Seungkwan); and the performance unit (Hoshi, Jun, The8, and Dino). 

    The members are also known to be heavily involved in the production of their music, including songwriting, choreography, and musical concepts. 

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  • NCT
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    939 VOTES

    NCT

    Members: Taeil, Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Kun, Doyoung, Ten, Jaehyun, Winwin, Jungwoo, Mark, Xiaojun, Hendery, Renjun, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, Yangyang, Chenle, Jisung, Sio, Riku, Yushi, Jaehee, Ryo, and Sakuya (Former members: Lucas, Shotaro, Sungchan, and Jungmin)

    Debut Year: 2016

    At 26 members, NCT is currently the largest K-pop group. The group has five sub-units: NCT U, which features a fluid rotation; their Seoul-based unit NCT 127 (Taeil, Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Doyoung, Jaehyun, Jungwoo, Mark, Winwin, and Haechan); their younger group NCT Dream (Renjun, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, Chenle, Mark, and Jisung​​​​​​​); their Chinese unit WayV (Kun, Ten, Winwin, Xiaojun, Hendery, and Yangyang​​​​​​​), and their Japanese unit NCT Wish (Sio, Riku, Yushi, Jaehee, Ryo, and Sakuya)

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  • EXO
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    668 VOTES

    EXO

    Members: Suho, Xiumin, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Sehun (Former members: Kris, Tao, and Luhan)

    Debut Year: 2012

    Originally debuting with 12 members, EXO split up into two sub-units: EXO-K (K-pop) and EXO-M (Mandopop). As we all know, the SM group went on to have incredible success, and still to this day, they are one of the biggest boy bands in the world. 

    Most recently, EXO became a nine-member group, with many of its members pursuing acting and solo careers. 

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  • IZ*ONE
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    610 VOTES

    IZ*ONE

    Members: Wonyoung, Sakura, Yuri, Yena, Yujin, Nako, Eunbi, Hyewon, Hitomi, Chaewon, Minjoo, and Chaeyeon

    Debut Year: 2018 (Disbanded 2021)

    Produce 101 Season 3 winners, IZ*ONE featuresd 12 members, including three girls from the Japanese idol group AKB48. Like past P101 groups, the girl group went on to have incredible success, winning multiple awards and topping charts with songs, like "La Vie en Rose" and "Violeta." 

    Although they disbanded following their contract expirations in 2021, fans still fondly remember the girl group and their impact on the industry.

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  • LOONA
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    582 VOTES

    LOONA

    Members: Haseul, Vivi, Yves, JinSoul, Kim Lip, Heejin, Hyunjin, Go Won, Choerry, Olivia Hye, and Yeojin (Former member: Chuu)

    Debut Year: 2018 (Hiatus since 2022)

    Unlike other groups, Loona introduced their 12 members over an 18-month period by promoting solo singles and featuring their three sub-units (Loona 1/3, Loona Odd Eye Circle, and Loona yyxy). Known for their difficult yet graceful choreography, the 12-member girl group has been gaining popularity ever since their debut.

    Unfortunately, the group has had issues with their original entertainment company, citing unfair work conditions and contract outlines. To show solidarity with the members, fans have began boycotting media released by Blockberry until all members of Loona successfully move companies.

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  • THE BOYZ
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    427 VOTES

    THE BOYZ

    Members: Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, New, Q, Juhaknyeon, Sunwoo, and Eric (Former member: Hwall)

    Debut Year: 2017

    Debuting with 12 members, The Boyz has achieved moderate success during their career. After touring Asia, the group featured a 11-member lineup with the departure of Hwall. Since then, The Boyz performed all around the world, including Berlin, Paris, London, USA, Japan, and Southeast Asia.

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  • TREASURE
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    349 VOTES

    TREASURE

    Members: Hyunsuk, Jihoon, Yoshi, Junkyu, Jaehyuk, Asahi, Doyoung, Haruto, Jeongwoo, and Junghwan (Former members: Mashiho and Yedam)

    Debut Year: 2020

    After being formed on the survival show YG Treasure Box, YG Entertainment debuted this 12-member boy group in August 2020. Few months before their debut, Treasure became the fastest K-pop group to chart on Billboard's Social 50 at number 40, later peaking at number 12. In 2022 members Mashiho and Yedam departed from the group due to various reasons.

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  • Wanna One
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    387 VOTES

    Wanna One

    Members: Kang Daniel, Jihoon, Daehwi, Jaehwan, Ong Seongwu, Woojin, Lai Kuanlin, Jisung, Minhyun, Jinyoung, and Sungwoon

    Debut Year: 2017 (Disbanded 2018)

    The final group of Produce 101 Season 2 went on to have incredible success within a short span, with many of the members continuing their music and entertainment careers after their 2018 disbandment. 

    During their time, Wanna One ranked number two on Forbes's list of South Korea's most influential celebrities, thanks to popular songs "Energetic," "Spring Breeze," and "Boomerang."

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  • WJSN
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    295 VOTES

    WJSN

    Members: Seola, Bona, Exy, Soobin, Luda, Dawon, Eunseo, Yeoreum, Dayoung, and Yeonjung (Former members: Xuanyi, Cheng Xiao, and Meiqi)

    Debut Year: 2016

    Cosmic Girls, also known as WJSN, first debuted with 12 members in February 2016. Later that year, the group added Yeonjung after her success on Produce 101. The promoted steadily with 13 members for some time but now stand as a 10-member group following three member departures. 

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  • Cherry Bullet
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    243 VOTES

    Cherry Bullet

    Members: Haeyoon, Yuju, Bora, Jiwon, Remi, Chaerin, and May (Former members: Mirae, Linlin, and Kokoro)

    Debut Year: 2019

    Featuring a 10-member lineup, the 2019 rookie girl group was off to a good start with singles "Q&A" and "Really Really." Unfortunately, the group lost members Mirae, Kokoro, and Linlin later that year. In February 2020, the group released their comeback single "Hands Up."

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  • I.O.I
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    289 VOTES

    I.O.I

    Members: Nayoung, Chungha, Sejeong, Chaeyeon, Kyulkyung, Sohye, Yeonjung, Yoojung, Mina, Doyeon, and Somi

    Debut Year: 2016 (Disbanded 2017)

    After the first season of Produce 101, the 11-member girl group only had a year together as a group, but they made good use of their time, winning several best new artist awards and charting hits, like "Very Very Very" and "Dream Girls." Since their disbandment, all the members have gone on to have successful careers in music, acting, entertainment, and more. 

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  • PENTAGON
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    248 VOTES

    PENTAGON

    Members: Hui, Jinho, Hongseok, Shinwon, Yanan, Yeo One, Yuto, Kino, and Wooseok (Former member: E'Dawn)

    Debut Year: 2016

    Created on the show Pentagon Maker in 2016, the group debuted later that year with their song "Gorilla." Originally a 10-member group, E'Dawn was kicked out by Cube Entertainment after a relationship announcement in 2018. Although the now nine-member group hasn't promoted as a full group since 2022, the members have stayed busy with individual projects.

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  • X1
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    229 VOTES

    X1

    Members: Seungwoo, Seungyoun, Wooseok, Yohan, Hangyul, Junho, Dongpyo,  Minhee, Eunsang, Hyeongjun, and Dohyon

    Debut Year: 2019 (Disbanded 2020)

    The most recent Produce 101 group (and most likely, the last), X1's debut single "Flash" best describes their career. Only a few months after their debut, it was revealed that the Produce 101 producers manipulated the votes and the rankings for all four seasons. Due to the controversy, the members of X1 decided to disband and go their separate ways.  

    229 votes
  • PRISTIN
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    197 VOTES

    PRISTIN

    Members: Nayoung, Roa, Yuha, Eunwoo, Rena, Kyulkyung, Yehana, Sungyeon, Xiyeon, and Kyla

    Debut Year: 2017 (Disbanded 2019) 

    After gaining exposure on Produce 101 Season 1, the Pledis trainees formed the girl group Pristin along with I.O.I's Nayoung and Kyulkyung. Featuring 10 members, the group had a short-lived success due to catchy singles "Wee Woo" and "We Like." Sadly, the group disbanded in 2019 despite their trending popularity. 

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  • Golden Child
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    182 VOTES

    Golden Child

    Members: Daeyeol, Y, Jangjun, TAG, Seungmin, Jaehyun, Jibeom, Donghyun, Joochan, and Bomin (Former member: Jaeseok)

    Debut Year: 2017

    After debuting as a 11-member group, Golden Child is currently a 10-member boy group with the departure of Jaeseok in 2018. As a nine-member group they've released several songs that are highly beloved by fans, like “Wannabe” and “Ra Pam Pam.”

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  • Super Junior
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    Super Junior

    Members: Leeteuk, Heechul, Yesung, Shindong, Sungmin, Eunhyuk, Siwon, Donghae, Ryeowook, Kyuhyun (Former members: Hangeng, Kangin, and Kibum)

    Debut Year: 2005

    As the oldest group on this list, Super Junior is not only one of the most successful 10-member groups, but one of the greatest boy bands of all time. Initially debuting with 12 members, the SM group is divided into five subgroups: Super Junior-K.R.Y. main vocalists Kyuhyun, Ryeowook, and Yesung; Super Junior-T (Leeteuk, Heechul, Shindong, Sungmin, and Eunhyuk), which specializes in trot music; the Chinese sub-unit Super Junior-M (Sungmin, Eunhyuk, Siwon, Zhou Mi, Donghae, Ryeowook, and Kyuhyun​​​​​​​); Super Junior-H (Leeteuk, Yesung, Shindong, Sungmin, and Eunhyuk), which focuses on fun, lighthearted music​​​​​​​; and duo Super Junior-D&E with Donghae and Eunhyuk.

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  • UP10TION
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    129 VOTES

    UP10TION

    Members: Kuhn, Kogyeol, Bit-to, Sunyoul, Gyujin, Hwanhee, and Xiao (Former members: Jinhoo, Jinhyuk, and Wooshin)

    Debut Year: 2015 

    Aptly named for their 10 members, UP10TION began their debut through their show Masked Rookie King. Since then, the group has released over 10 mini albums. Although they began with ten members, a total of three have departed from the group, leaving them as a seven-member lineup. The members have since left TOP Media and begun exploring solo careers.

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  • Coed School
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    89 VOTES

    Coed School

    Members: Soomi, Kwanghaeng, Yoosung, Taewoon, Kangho, Chanmi, Noori, Hyoyoung, Hyewon, and Sungmin

    Debut Year: 2010 (Disbanded 2013) 

    Coed School is one of the first and most popular co-ed groups in all of K-pop. Their short tenure inspired the creation of many other co-ed groups. The group released one EP, Something That Is Cheerful and Fresh, and two singles in the form of "Too Late" and "Bbiribbom Bberibbom." In the middle of 2013, the group was split into two units: F-Ve Dolls, the all-girl unit, and Speed, the all-boy unit.

    89 votes
  • ToppDogg
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    110 VOTES

    ToppDogg

    Members: Hojoon, Sangdo, B-Joo, Xero, and Sangwon (Former members: Seogoong, Gohn, Kidoh, Jenissi, P-Goon, Nakta, Hansol, and A-Tom)

    Debut Year: 2013 (Disbanded 2021)

    ToppDogg debuted with 13 members until their company (Stardom Entertainment) was acquired by Hunus Entertainment in 2015. Since then, the lineup eventually shrank down to five members who rebranded as XENO-T in 2018, before disbanding a few years later. During their time as a 13-member group, ToppDogg was known for their songs "Open the Door" and "Arario."

     

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  • TRCNG
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    105 VOTES

    TRCNG

    Members: Jihun, Hayoung, Hakmin, Jisung, Hyunwoo, Siwoo, Hohyeon, and Kangmin (Former members: Wooyeop and Taeseon)

    Debut Year: 2017 (Disbanded 2022)

    Known for their singles "Spectrum" and "Wolf Baby," the 10-member boy band became eight at the end of 2019, following a contract dispute between TS Entertainment and members Wooyeop and Taeseon. After controversies and scandals sadly plagued the group and members, they ultimately disbanded in 2022.

    105 votes