How to evolve
Bounsweet Best Moveset
Grass at 30 Attack and 32 Speed. Baby stats. The moveset can't function in any competitive context. Evolve through to Tsareena for 120 Attack and AbilityQueenly Majesty blocking priority moves.
Bounsweet was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. This was Bounsweet's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Oblivious with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Bounsweet best EVs are Defense and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Rapid Spin
- Energy Ball
- Dazzling Gleam
- Synthesis
Recommended Teammates
Bounsweet was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. Bounsweet maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Oblivious with Focus Sash, favoring a Hardy nature.
Support Moveset
- Toxic
- Endeavor
- Aromatherapy
- Rapid Spin
Recommended Teammates
Bounsweet was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. Bounsweet maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Oblivious with Focus Sash, favoring a Brave nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Endeavor
- Grassy Glide
- Grassy Terrain
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Bounsweet Weakness
Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug moves hit Bounsweet for super-effective damage. The Grass typing picks up 4 resistances to work with.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Bounsweet Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Bounsweet
Arcanine can KO Bounsweet with Flare Blitz (327-385%). Weavile threatens a KO with Ice Shard (116-137%). Salazzle's Flamethrower also KOs at 247-291%.
 Arcanine Fire | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Bounsweet View Arcanine builds →Extreme Speed73-86% Flare Blitz 2x327-385%KO | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Bounsweet View Weavile builds →Knock Off94-111%KO Ice Shard 2x116-137%KO | ||
 Salazzle PoisonFire | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Bounsweet View Salazzle builds →Flamethrower 2x247-291%KO | ||
 Genesect BugSteel | B | |
Recommended Build Moves
Damage vs Bounsweet View Genesect builds →U Turn 2x223-263%KO Extreme Speed85-100%KO | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Evolution
Bounsweet kicks off a three-stage evolution line through Steenee all the way to Tsareena. For breeding, average hatch time with plenty of partners via one egg group. The evolved forms gain up to 300 total stats over Bounsweet. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Bounsweet with 89 breeding partners from the Grass egg group.
Shiny Bounsweet
A slightly different shade of pink-purple on Bounsweet. The mangosteen baby is too small and too similar to make any real impact. Just evolve it and wait for Tsareena's warmer version.
Shiny Bounsweet Odds & Hunting Methods
4 of 4 VerifiedHow do we research these odds?
We check every game where a shiny is possible, then rank each one by the best method available in that game, so the row at the top is the fastest route overall.
Odds marked verified are cross-checked against multiple independent sources before we publish them. Where a rate is not yet confirmed we mark the row pending rather than guess a number.
Read our full methodologyHow to Get Bounsweet
Bounsweet is scattered across 10 spots in early-game routes with high spawn rates. Check the list below for the closest location to wherever you are in the game. This one's quick.
Where To Catch Bounsweet in SV
Bounsweet is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 5-47 across 24 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Bounsweet ✓Casseroya Lake - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%East Province (Area One) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%East Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%North Province (Area One) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%North Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area Four) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area One) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%South Province (Area Two) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%Tagtree Thicket - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%West Province (Area Three) - ForestLv.5-17OverworldRate 30%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into SteeneeEast Province (Area One) - ForestLv.21-47OverworldRate 9%East Province (Area One) - GrassLv.21-47OverworldRate 3%or evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into TsareenaBREEDINGAvailableStart a picnic with two compatible Pokemon in your party, then check the picnic basket to receive a Bounsweet egg.
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Scarlet & Violet for Bounsweet.
Easy grab on Bounsweet with high spawn rates across 16 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Bounsweet in SwSh
Bounsweet is the chain's first catch. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 7-40 across 34 total spots in the chain.
- Step 1Bounsweet ✓Rolling FieldsLv.7-10GrassShieldRate 20%Normal WeatherRolling FieldsLv.7-9GrassSwordRate 20%Normal WeatherWatchtower RuinsLv.11-14FloorRate 20%Normal WeatherWatchtower RuinsLv.11-14FloorRate 20%OvercastEast Lake AxewellLv.10-15OverworldRate 15%Normal WeatherWest Lake AxewellLv.7-11CaveRate 10%Normal WeatherDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 5%Normal WeatherDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 5%SandstormStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 60%RainingStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%Normal WeatherStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 50%OvercastStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 45%Intense SunStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SnowstormStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Heavy FogStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SandstormStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%SnowingStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 35%Intense SunStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldRate 35%Thunderstorm
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into SteeneeAxew's EyeLv.35-40GrassRate 10%Normal Weatheror evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
- Step 3Evolve into TsareenaBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Bounsweet egg.
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Sword & Shield for Bounsweet.
You're catching Steenee first, not Bounsweet. Breed Steenee and its Egg hatches into Bounsweet. The step cards below list where Steenee appears.
How to Obtain Bounsweet in USUM
Step 1Bounsweet ✓
Step 2Catch or Evolve into SteeneeLush Jungle - SouthLv.19-22GrassRate 70%Shaking spotLush Jungle - WestLv.19-22GrassRate 70%Shaking spotLush Jungle - NorthLv.19-22GrassRate 10%Lush Jungle - SouthLv.19-22GrassRate 10%or evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
Step 3Evolve into Tsareena
Sweet-smelling Bounsweet ripens in the tall grass of Lush Jungle around level 18 to 21, or you can skip the search entirely and trade a Lillipup for one at the Route 5 center.
Where To Catch Bounsweet in SM
The line opens with Bounsweet at Lv. 16-21 via walking and trade encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
- Step 2Catch or Evolve into Steeneeor evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
- Step 3Evolve into TsareenaBREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Bounsweet egg.
Want the exact numbers? Work out your catch odds in Sun & Moon for Bounsweet.
Base Stats
You won't find a real weakness in Bounsweet's stat line. It's well-rounded for the Fruit Pokemon, and what it does with that depends on moveset and items. Yields 1 HP EV, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
A Greedent drawn in by the sweet scent of these Pokémon will tuck the Bounsweet in among the berries in its tail and carry them all away.
Bounsweet Guide
For a casual playthrough, Bounsweet works as a placeholder. Grass coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Steenee. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Since Sun & Moon, Bounsweet has been obtainable in 4 games. A Generation 7 debut means a shorter history, but Bounsweet has appeared steadily across every generation since.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7Let's Go
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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