Pokémon GO Damage Calculator
Enter your battle values to estimate damage per hit, DPS, and hits required to KO.
How this damage calculator for Pokémon GO works
This tool estimates damage using the core Pokémon GO damage equation and the most common multipliers: STAB, type effectiveness, weather boost, and shadow attack bonus. It is ideal for comparing move choices, checking raid counters, and getting a fast “is this worth powering up?” answer.
In plain English: stronger moves, higher attack, lower enemy defense, and favorable multipliers produce higher damage. The calculator applies everything in one shot and gives you a clean output with damage per hit, estimated DPS, and how many hits you need to faint a target.
Understanding each input
1) Move Power
This is the listed power for the move you are evaluating. Fast moves and charged moves both work, as long as you enter the correct power and (optionally) duration.
2) Effective ATK and DEF
Effective stats are what matter in battle calculations. If you only know base stats, you can still use this calculator by first estimating level-scaled battle stats elsewhere, then plugging them in here.
3) STAB and Type Effectiveness
STAB applies when the move type matches one of the attacker’s types. Type effectiveness reflects matchup quality: super effective, neutral, resisted, and so on.
| Matchup | Multiplier |
|---|---|
| Double Super Effective | 2.56x |
| Super Effective | 1.6x |
| Neutral | 1.0x |
| Not Very Effective | 0.625x |
| Double Resisted | 0.390625x |
4) Weather, Shadow, and Other modifiers
Weather can increase move damage, shadow attackers have a higher attack multiplier, and other battle bonuses (party power, mega bonuses, etc.) can be folded into the “Other Modifier” field.
Practical use cases
- Compare two charged moves on the same Pokémon before unlocking a second move.
- Estimate whether a glass-cannon shadow attacker is worth the extra resource cost.
- Plan raid lineups by checking if a certain counter reaches better breakpoints.
- Quickly evaluate neutral versus super-effective options in limited rosters.
Example: raid damage check
Suppose your move has 90 power, your effective attack is 260, and the boss defense is 200. If STAB, weather, and super-effective typing are all active, your output can jump dramatically. Small multiplier changes often create big real-battle differences, especially across repeated fast move cycles.
Common mistakes players make
- Using base stats directly instead of effective battle stats.
- Forgetting STAB when comparing two moves.
- Ignoring resistance penalties (which can crush damage).
- Evaluating only damage per hit without checking move duration and DPS.
- Not accounting for temporary boosts like weather and party bonuses.
FAQ: damage calculator pokemon go
Is this accurate for both PvE and PvP?
The equation format is shared, but battle systems and move values can differ by mode. This calculator is best treated as a practical estimate for comparison and planning.
Can I use this for fast moves and charged moves?
Yes. Enter the correct move power and duration. You will get per-hit damage and a DPS estimate.
What if game balance changes?
Niantic updates can change powers, multipliers, or mechanics. Re-check values after major patches or seasonal move updates.
Final thoughts
A good damage calculator for Pokémon GO is less about perfect simulation and more about fast, smart decisions. Use this page to compare options, identify clear winners, and avoid spending dust on weak builds. If two choices are close, prioritize consistency, survivability, and how often you can actually deploy that Pokémon.