Meowth
#52 (Kanto)
Best moveset for Meowth
The best moves for Meowth are Scratch and Return when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
Pokémon type
Evolution
There are currently a total of 2 Pokémon in the Meowth family. Meowth evolves into Persian which costs 50 Candy.
Forms
There are 3 different forms of Meowth:
Meowth Raid Guide
Meowth has previously been Raid Boss in Tier 1 Raids.
Raid
Tier
Boss CP
3,227
Suggested players
2-5
Boss HP
123
Caught CP range
123
Caught CP (boosted)
12 - 32
Minimum IVs
10 / 10 / 10
Standard game images
There is a very low chance that you can get a shiny Meowth, which has the following appearance:
Summary
Meowth is a Normal Pokémon. It is vulnerable to Fighting moves. Meowth's strongest moveset is Scratch & Return and it has a Max CP of 748. Meowth evolves into Persian.
About
"Meowth withdraws its sharp claws into its paws to slinkily sneak about without making any incriminating footsteps. For some reason, this Pokémon loves shiny coins that glitter with light."
Base stats
| Attack | 92 | |
| Defense | 78 | |
| Stamina | 120 |
Max CP
|
Level 15 Research encounters |
320 View IV chart » |
|
Level 20 Max hatched / raids |
427 View IV chart » |
|
Level 30 Max wild |
641 View IV chart » |
| Level 40 | 748 View IV chart » |
Max CP with weather boost
| Level 25 (raids) | 534 View IV chart » |
| Level 35 (wild) | 695 View IV chart » |
Max HP
| Level 40 | 106 |
Size
| Height | 0.4 m |
| Weight | 4.2 kg |
Other
| Base capture rate | 0% |
| Base flee rate | 0% |
| Buddy walk distance | 3 km |
Best moveset for Meowth
The best moves for Meowth are Scratch and Return when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
All moves
| Quick move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bite | 6 | 8 | 12 |
| Scratch | 6 | 8 | 14.4 |
| Main move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Pulse | 80 | -16.7 | 26.7 |
| Night Slash | 50 | -15 | 22.7 |
| Foul Play | 70 | -25 | 35 |
| Body Slam Elite TM | 50 | -17.4 | 31.6 |
| Frustration Shadow | 10 | -16.5 | 6 |
| Return Purified | 35 | -47.1 | 60 |
The moves highlighted in green benefit from the Same Type Attack Bonus, and deal 20% more damage.
What counters Meowth?
Meowth is a Normal type Pokémon, which makes it weak against Fighting moves.
The 5 strongest Pokémon you can use to beat Meowth are:
- Terrakion,
- Pheromosa,
- Lucario,
- Urshifu (Single Strike),
- Keldeo (Ordinary).
| Pokémon | Quick move | Main move | Effective damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrakion | Double Kick | Sacred Sword | 100% |
| Pheromosa | Low Kick | Focus Blast | 99% |
| Lucario | Counter | Aura Sphere | 95% |
| Pheromosa | Low Kick | Close Combat | 92% |
| Urshifu (Single Strike) | Counter | Dynamic Punch | 92% |
| Keldeo (Ordinary) | Low Kick | Sacred Sword | 92% |
| Urshifu (Rapid Strike) | Counter | Dynamic Punch | 92% |
| Keldeo (Resolute) | Low Kick | Sacred Sword | 92% |
| Pheromosa | Bug Bite | Focus Blast | 90% |
| Conkeldurr | Counter | Dynamic Punch | 88% |
These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
Most vulnerable to Meowth
| Pokémon | Effective damage |
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These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
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