Volbeat
#313 (Hoenn)
Best moveset for Volbeat
The best moves for Volbeat are Infestation and Bug Buzz when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS. This combination also deals the most damage per turn in Trainer Battles.
Attacking
10.8DPS
32.6DPS
Defending
12DPS
32.6DPS
Trainer Battles
4EPT
2DPE
Evolution
Volbeat currently has no evolutions in Pokémon GO.
Game images
Volbeat, with the shiny version on the right. There is a very low chance of getting a shiny one.
Summary
Volbeat is a Bug Pokémon. It is weak to Flying, Rock and Fire moves. Volbeat's best moveset is Infestation & Bug Buzz and it has a Max CP of 2,002.
About
"With the arrival of night, Volbeat emits light from its tail. It communicates with others by adjusting the intensity and flashing of its light. This Pokémon is attracted by the sweet aroma of Illumise."
Moves & Movesets
All moves
Raids
Trainer Battles
| Quick move | Damage | DPS |
|---|---|---|
| Struggle Bug | 15 | 12 |
| Infestation | 9 | 10.8 |
| Tackle | 5 | 10 |
| Main move | Damage | Energy | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Buzz | 95 | 2 | 2.28 |
| Lunge | 55 | 3 | 2 |
| Signal Beam | 75 | 2 | 1.8 |
| Thunderbolt | 80 | 2 | 1.6 |
The moves highlighted in green benefit from the Same Type Attack Bonus, and deal 20% more damage.
All movesets
Attacking
Defending
Trainer Battles
| Quick move | Main move | DPS | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Infestation
10.8 DPS
|
Bug Buzz
32.6 DPS
|
7.7 | 100% |
|
Struggle Bug
12 DPS
|
Bug Buzz
32.6 DPS
|
7.4 | 96% |
|
Tackle
10 DPS
|
Bug Buzz
32.6 DPS
|
7.3 | 96% |
|
Infestation
10.8 DPS
|
Thunderbolt
32 DPS
|
7 | 92% |
|
Infestation
10.8 DPS
|
Signal Beam
30 DPS
|
7 | 92% |
|
Struggle Bug
12 DPS
|
Signal Beam
30 DPS
|
6.8 | 88% |
|
Tackle
10 DPS
|
Signal Beam
30 DPS
|
6.8 | 88% |
|
Struggle Bug
12 DPS
|
Thunderbolt
32 DPS
|
6.8 | 88% |
|
Tackle
10 DPS
|
Thunderbolt
32 DPS
|
6.8 | 88% |
|
Infestation
10.8 DPS
|
Lunge
22 DPS
|
6.2 | 80% |
|
Struggle Bug
12 DPS
|
Lunge
22 DPS
|
6.1 | 79% |
|
Tackle
10 DPS
|
Lunge
22 DPS
|
6.1 | 79% |
Counters & Raids
What counters Volbeat?
Volbeat is weak to , Rock and Fire moves.
The best counter to Volbeat is Mega Rayquaza with Air Slash and Dragon Ascent, followed by Blacephalon, Mega Delphox and Mega Blaziken.
The top Volbeat counters, ranked by the damage each Pokémon and moveset does to it. Filter the list to see how your own Pokémon compare.
| Pokémon | Moveset | Effective damage |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Rayquaza | 100% | |
| Mega Rayquaza | 91% | |
| Blacephalon | 87% | |
| Mega Delphox | 86% | |
| Mega Delphox | 85% | |
| Mega Blaziken | 85% | |
| Blacephalon | 82% | |
| Mega Charizard Y | 82% | |
| Mega Blaziken | 80% | |
| Mega Charizard Y | 80% |
These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
Stats & IVs
Base stats
| Attack |
|
143 |
| Defense |
|
166 |
| Stamina |
|
163 |
Max HP
| Level 40 | 140 |
Size
| Height | 0.71 m |
| Weight | 17.7 kg |
Other
| Base capture rate | 0% |
| Base flee rate | 0% |
| Buddy walk distance | 3 km |
Max CP
|
Level 15 Research encounters |
759 |
|
Level 20 Max hatched / raids |
1,012 |
|
Level 30 Max wild |
1,518 |
|
Level 40 |
1,771 |
|
Level 50 |
2,002 |
Max CP with weather boost
| Level 25 (raids) | 1,265 |
| Level 35 (wild) | 1,644 |