Pokémon Type Calculator
Calculate type effectiveness for Pokemon battles. Select attacking and defending types to see damage multipliers and effectiveness.
⚔️ Attacking Type
Select the type of the attacking move
🛡️ Defending Type(s)
Select the defending Pokemon’s type(s)
Select types to calculate effectiveness
Choose an attacking type and at least one defending type
Type Effectiveness Reference
💡 Pro Tips
- • Dual-type Pokemon multiply effectiveness values together
- • 0× means the move has no effect at all
- • 4× damage occurs when both types are weak to the attacking type
- • Use this calculator to plan your team and movesets strategically
What is a Pokémon Type Calculator?
A Pokémon Type Calculator is an essential strategic tool that allows trainers to determine the effectiveness of one Pokémon type against another. By simulating type interactions, it helps players predict damage multipliers before battles, ensuring they can optimize their team composition and move selections.
Our calculator incorporates data from all Pokémon generations (including the latest Gen IX updates) and reflects current type mechanics, such as the Fairy type’s dominance against Dragon types and the removal of Steel’s resistance to Ghost and Dark moves in Gen VI.
How to Use Our Pokémon Type Calculator
Using our calculator is straightforward and intuitive:
- 1. Select an Attacking Type: Choose the type of move your Pokémon will use (e.g., Fire, Water, Electric).
- 2. Select Defending Type(s): Choose one or two types of the opponent’s Pokémon. Dual-types are common, and our calculator automatically combines their weaknesses/resistances.
- 3. View Results: Instantly see the damage multiplier (e.g., 2× for super effective, 0.5× for not very effective) and a detailed breakdown of how the calculation was derived.
The Algorithm Behind the Calculator
Our calculator uses a mathematical approach based on the official Pokémon type chart. The formula multiplies the effectiveness values of each defending type against the attacking move:
Total Damage Multiplier = Effectiveness(Type₁) × Effectiveness(Type₂)
Effectiveness Values:
- ● 0×: No effect (e.g., Electric vs. Ground)
- ● 0.5×: Not very effective (e.g., Fire vs. Water)
- ● 1×: Neutral damage (e.g., Normal vs. Rock)
- ● 2×: Super effective (e.g., Water vs. Fire)
- ● 4×: Double super effective (e.g., Grass vs. Water/Ground)
For example, if a Grass-type move is used against a Water/Ground-type Pokémon:
- ● Grass vs. Water = 2×
- ● Grass vs. Ground = 2×
- ● Total Multiplier = 2 × 2 = 4× (Ultra Effective).
Pokémon Type Effectiveness Chart
Below is a simplified chart showcasing common type matchups. For a full overview, use our interactive calculator:
| Attacking Type | Strong Against | Weak Against |
|---|---|---|
| Fire | Grass, Bug, Ice, Steel | Water, Rock, Ground |
| Water | Fire, Rock, Ground | Electric, Grass |
| Electric | Water, Flying | Ground |
| Grass | Water, Ground, Rock | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| Fighting | Normal, Rock, Steel, Ice, Dark | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| Fairy | Fighting, Dragon, Dark | Poison, Steel |
Advanced Battle Strategies
1. Leverage Dual-Type Combinations:
Some Pokémon have two types, creating unique weaknesses and resistances. For example:
- ● Charizard (Fire/Flying): Weak to Electric (2×) and doubly weak to Rock (4×).
- ● Empoleon (Water/Steel): Resists Ice, Bug, and Dragon but weak to Fighting and Ground.
2. Cover Your Team’s Weaknesses:
Avoid stacking multiple Pokémon of the same type. Instead, build a balanced team that covers each other’s vulnerabilities. For instance, pair Water-types with Electric or Grass-types to counter their weaknesses.
3. Exploit Immunities:
- ● Ground-types are immune to Electric moves.
- ● Dark-types are immune to Psychic moves.
- ● Ghost-types are immune to Normal and Fighting moves 25.
4. Same Type Attack Bonus (STAB):
When a Pokémon uses a move matching its type, damage increases by 1.5×. Combine STAB with type advantages for devastating attacks.
Why Use Our Calculator?
- ● Accuracy
- ● Speed
- ● Educational
- ● Strategic Depth.
FAQ
Q: What is the strongest Pokémon type?
A: Steel-type is statistically the strongest due to its numerous resistances (10+), while Fairy-type is dominant competitively for its advantages against Dragon, Fighting, and Dark types.
Q: How do dual-type calculations work?
A: Effectiveness multipliers are multiplicative. For example, a Fire move against a Bug/Grass Pokémon:
- Fire vs. Bug = 2×
- Fire vs. Grass = 2×
- Total = 2 × 2 = 4× 5.
Q: How can I memorize type matchups?
A: Use visual charts or mnemonic devices (e.g., “Water puts out Fire”). Our calculator includes a reference chart for practice.
Q: Are type matchups the same in Pokémon TCG?
A: No, the TCG uses simplified type effectiveness (e.g., ×2 weakness, −30 resistance) printed directly on cards. The video game mechanics are more complex.
Q: Pro Tips for Competitive Battlers
- ● Predict Switching: Use type advantages to force opponents to switch Pokémon, gaining tactical momentum.
- ● Terastallization: In Gen IX, Terastallizing can change a Pokémon’s type mid-battle. Our calculator helps simulate these scenarios.
- ● Meta Awareness: Popular types like Steel and Fairy require dedicated counters (e.g., Ground moves for Steel, Poison for Fairy).
Q: Start Dominating Your Battles Today!
A: Whether you’re preparing for a Pokémon TCG tournament or battling in Scarlet & Violet, mastering type matchups is the key to victory. Our calculator is designed for trainers of all levels, from beginners learning the basics to veterans optimizing competitive teams.