Vaporeon's stats are solid on their own, but Water Absorb is what pushes it over the line. It heals when hit by Water moves. Only weak to Electric and Grass. Known as the Bubble Jet Pokemon.
The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Sp. Atk backs it up, though Defense doesn't pull its weight. Worth 2 HP EVs on a medium-fast 1M XP curve to max out.
It lives close to water. Its long tail is ridged with a fin, which is often mistaken for a mermaid’s.
Its cell composition is similar to water molecules. As a result, it can’t be seen when it melts away into water.
Vaporeon Weakness
GoodType-wise, Vaporeon takes extra damage from Electric and Grass. The Water typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. Water Absorb grants an additional Water immunity, reshaping the matchup chart. Vaporeon's special bulk (base 95 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
Vaporeon is one of 8 ways Eevee's chain can end. This one takes the item path, while the siblings go different directions. Breed through Eevee to get eggs. Vaporeon and Jolteon share the same 525 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes.
How to Evolve
Breed with Vaporeon to get Eevee eggs (with patience) using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
The physical wall spread is where Vaporeon earns its spot. Leftovers for passive recovery each turn, Bold nature for the right lean, and Wish handles sustain. Waterabsorb does the rest without needing a move slot.
Best Build
Best Vaporeon Moveset
- Scald
- Wish
- Protect
- Flip Turn
Recommended Teammates
The level-up pool tells the story here. Vaporeon learns Double-Edge and Take Down naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Coverage across 8 types extends the reach beyond that.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Most of Vaporeon's flexibility comes from TMs. Same-type output runs through Hydro Pump and Surf, but Dark and Normal and the rest of the TM pool push it from predictable to genuinely threatening.
The offense anchors on Aqua Tail and Water Pulse, with Normal and Ice coverage and more adding reach. It's a workable movepool for Vaporeon that handles most situations. Aqua Tail and Double-Edge give it enough punch where it matters.
Breeding's the move. Charm and Covet give Vaporeon options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 8 types already covers a decent range on top of Hydro Pump and Muddy Water. The egg moves push it further.
You'll want late-game access before hunting Vaporeon. Low spawn rates across 60 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Where To Catch Vaporeon in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Vaporeon starts with Eevee at Lv. 11-65 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch EeveeMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.11-306%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveScarletOverworldLv.11-303%EarlyRouteCHALLENGINGSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveVioletOverworldLv.11-303%EarlyRoute
Step 2Vaporeon ✓HARDAsado Desert - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateDesertHARDAsado Desert - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateDesertHARDCasseroya Lake - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateWaterHARDCasseroya Lake - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateWaterHARDCasseroya Lake - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateWaterHARDCasseroya Lake - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateWaterHARDEast Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Three) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Three) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Three) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Three) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Two) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Two) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateCaveHARDNorth Province (Area One) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area One) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Paldean Sea - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateWaterHARDSouth Paldean Sea - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateWaterHARDSouth Province (Area Five) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Five) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Five) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Five) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Four) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Two) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Two) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDTagtree Thicket - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateForestHARDTagtree Thicket - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateForestHARDTagtree Thicket - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateForestHARDTagtree Thicket - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateForestHARDWest Province (Area One) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area One) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - LakeScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - LakeVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Two) - RiverVioletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Two) - RiverScarletOverworldLv.35-651%LateRouteor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Vaporeon can't be caught in Legends: Z-A. Transfer Eevee from Red, Yellow, or Ultra Sun and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Vaporeon appears at decent spawn rates across 1 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Vaporeon in Legends: Arceus
Eevee is your first catch on the way to Vaporeon. You'll find walking encounters from walking across 3 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch EeveeEASYHorseshoe PlainsGrassUncommonEASYSpace-Time Distortion - Obsidian FieldlandsGrassUncommonDistortion
Step 2Vaporeon ✓EASYSpace-Time Distortion - Cobalt CoastlandsGrassUncommonDistortionor evolve from Eevee (Step 1)
Vaporeon can't be caught in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Transfer Eevee from Red, Yellow, or Ultra Sun and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Vaporeon looks average on paper at 525 BST. But Water Absorb is why it sees play — build around that and it pulls its weight. B-Tier tank on our tier list.
Vaporeon gets Water Absorb and Hydration. But Water Absorb is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Vaporeon is a special attacker with base 110 Sp. Atk. Tanky enough to absorb a few hits, too. But the speed tells the real story — at base 65 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the tank role.
Vaporeon appears in 22 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Present since Red & Blue, Vaporeon appears in 22 games spanning 9 generations. Gen 1 originals like Vaporeon have the longest track record of availability in the series.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A