Pokémon Type Calculator
Pokémon Type Calculator – How to Use It
The Pokémon Type Calculator is an interactive tool that lets trainers determine the effectiveness of one Pokémon type’s move against another type’s defense in battle.
This is particularly helpful for competitive play, gym battles, raids, and strategizing your team lineup.
What Does the Pokémon Type Calculator Do?
In Pokémon battles, different types (like Fire, Water, Electric) have strengths and weaknesses. For example:
- Fire moves are super effective against Grass types.
- Electric moves do no damage to Ground types.
- Some matchups result in half damage.
The calculator instantly tells you whether your chosen attack type will deal double damage, normal damage, half damage, or no damage to your opponent’s type.
How to Use the Pokémon Type Calculator
Here’s how visitors can make the most of it:
Step 1: Select Attack Type
- Use the first dropdown to choose the type of move you want to test (e.g., “Water”).
Step 2: Select Defense Type
- Use the second dropdown to choose the opponent’s Pokémon type (e.g., “Rock”).
Step 3: Click “Calculate Effectiveness”
- The calculator will instantly display one of these outcomes:
- Super effective (2× damage)
- Normal effectiveness (1× damage)
- Not very effective (0.5× damage)
- No effect (0× damage)
Example Calculations
| Attack Type | Defense Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Fire | Grass | Super effective (2× damage) |
| Electric | Ground | No effect |
| Water | Rock | Super effective (2× damage) |
| Grass | Fire | Not very effective (0.5× damage) |
Why Use This Calculator?
- Save time checking long Pokémon type charts.
- Plan battle strategies for gyms, raids, and PvP.
- Avoid wasted turns using ineffective moves.
FAQ – Pokémon Type Calculator
Does this calculator include dual-type Pokémon?
Currently, it calculates for single-type matchups. You can run the calculator twice to check dual types and then multiply the results.
Is this based on the latest Pokémon games?
Yes — it follows the current Pokémon type effectiveness chart from main series games (Gen 1–Gen 9).
Can I use this for Pokémon GO?
The effectiveness rules are the same for most types, so yes, but Pokémon GO damage multipliers may differ slightly.
Does it account for abilities like Levitate?
No — this calculator focuses only on type matchups. Abilities, items, and weather effects aren’t factored in.