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
Defending
Trainer Battles
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
| 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
| 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
Top Volbeat counters
For the full ranking, the boss's moves and a raid simulator, see best Volbeat Raid Counters »
- 1 0.06
- 2 0.07
- 3 0.07
- 4 0.07
- 5 0.07
The best Mega or Primal to bring is Mega Rayquaza with Air Slash and Dragon Ascent.
Stats & IVs
Base stats
| Attack |
|
143 |
| Defense |
|
166 |
| Stamina |
|
163 |
Max HP
| Level 40 | 140 |
| Level 50 | 149 |
Average size
| Height | 0.71 m |
| Weight | 17.7 kg |
Second charged move cost
| Stardust | 50,000 |
| Candy | 50 |
Other
| 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 |