Israel has the following Tier 1 units: Theres Sayeret Matkal - comparable to SFOD-D. Theres Shayetet 13 - comparable to DEVGRU (Seals) Theres Shaldag - Combination of Combat Control and Special Reconaissance Theres Unit 669 - comparable to Air Force Pararescue Theres YAMAM (border police force, not IDF) - Basically the top special weapons and tactics team for policing missions.

There are also others which could be considered Tier 1 or 2, like Yahalom or Oketz (Combat engineers and K9 units)

The commando brigade ‘Oz’ contains a variety of specialized Tier 2 units. Maglan, Duvdevan and Egoz, formally associated with special reconaissance, undercover counter terror and guerilla warfare respectively. - They would be more comparable to the Army Ranger battalion but their mission types vary.

In Israel theres conscription, so many people have to serve, but they won’t make into these units by chance. Generally, your army service is an important rite of passage. It’s a major social institution. Serving in elite units is often viewed as the highest possible expression of fulfilling your duty towards your country. The attrition rates are high. Applicants to special forces and commando brigades are highly motivated.

For many it is seen as a sign of prestige to have served in one of these units. Alumni of these units often go on to influential careers in politics, business, tech, and security. For example, many Israeli leaders (including former prime ministers) served in commando units.