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#127
Default
305
ATK
231
DEF
163
STA
Lvl 50Max CP
4728
Lvl 40
4182
Lvl 25Weather Boost
2987
Lvl 20Raids/Eggs
2389
Lvl 15Research
1792

PvE Analysis

Released in May 2023, Mega Pinsir is definitely one of the better Bug Types in the game. It has a fast-and-furious moveset that's emblematic of the early days of Pokemon Go, and a great mix of DPS and TDO to make it pretty relevant. Bug tends to be a bit behind other types, and Mega Pinsir competes with Mega Beedrill and its more DPS-oriented playstyle while Mega Heracross arguably beats it out entirely when its sub-typing isn't a viability. Still, it's a solid Mega Evolution, though it will be optimal in very few raids.

Best PvE Offensive Moveset

Bug Bite + Fury CutterBest
  • Bug Bite and Fury Cutter offer similar power. The former tends to have slightly superior DPS, while the latter is easier to dodge with.
  • Rock Smash is a pass.
  • X-Scissor is the charged move of choice, letting Mega Pinsir cut loose on anything weak to Bug with ease.
  • Vise Grip, Super Power, Return*, and Submission* are all sub-par and not worth using.
Purification Cost
5 Candy + 5,000 Stardust
Second Charge Move Cost
75,000 Stardust + 75 Candy
Flee Rate
9 %
Buddy Distance
5 KM
Catch Rate
30 %
Female Ratio
50 %
Male Ratio
50 %