Diglett Best Moveset
Ground at 55 Attack and 95 Speed with AbilityArena Trap preventing grounded opponents from switching out. The Attack can't finish anything, but locking an opponent in place has niche team value. Evolve to Dugtrio for 100 Attack and the trapping Speed that defines the line.
Diglett saw minimal competitive use in Gen I (Red, Blue & Yellow). This marked Diglett's competitive debut. A key development: had a combined Special stat of 45.
Utility Moveset
- Earthquake
- Slash
- Sand Attack
- Rock Slide
Recommended Teammates
Diglett was a niche pick at best in Gen II (Gold, Silver & Crystal), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation.
Utility Moveset
- Earthquake
- Rock Slide
- Slash
- Mud Slap
Recommended Teammates
Arena Trap prevented grounded opponents from switching in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). 95 Speed on 10 HP. Trapped and revenged or trapped and fainted.
Best Moves
Best Build
Diglett best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Mixed Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Hidden Power Bug
- Aerial Ace
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Same Arena Trap in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Pre-evolution with 55 Attack that existed solely to trap specific threats and remove them. Two gens of utility.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Sucker Punch
- Rock Slide
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Diglett saw minimal competitive use in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2). This was a decline from C-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Sandforce with Eviolite, favoring a Jolly nature.
Support Moveset
- Stealth Rock
- Earthquake
- Memento
- Pursuit
Recommended Teammates
Diglett saw minimal competitive use in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS). Diglett maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Arenatrap with Focus Sash, favoring a Timid nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Memento
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Diglett saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Diglett maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Arenatrap with Focus Sash, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Earthquake
- Protect
- Hone Claws
- Rock Slide
Recommended Teammates
Diglett saw minimal competitive use in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP). Diglett maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Arenatrap with Focus Sash, favoring a Jolly nature.
Physical Setup Sweeper Moveset
- Protect
- Hone Claws
- Earthquake
- Agility
Recommended Teammates
Diglett saw minimal competitive use in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A). Diglett maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Arenatrap with Focus Sash, favoring a Hasty nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Endeavor
- Endeavor
- Memento
- Memento
Recommended Teammates
Diglett Weakness
Type-wise, Diglett takes extra damage from Water, Grass, and Ice. Electric moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. Not too many gaps in the chart, 3 weaknesses to account for.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Grass, Ice |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Rock |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
What is Diglett Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Diglett
Kyurem can KO Diglett with Draco Meteor (179-210%). Gyarados threatens a KO with Waterfall (384-452%). Kartana's Knock Off also KOs at 125-147%.
 Kyurem DragonIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemLoaded Dice NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Diglett View Kyurem builds →Icicle Spear 2x84-100%KO Draco Meteor179-210%KO | ||
 Gyarados Water | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Diglett View Gyarados builds →Waterfall 2x384-452%KO Earthquake160-188%KO Ice Fang 2x208-245%KO | ||
 Kartana GrassSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBeastboost ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Diglett View Kartana builds →Knock Off125-147%KO | ||
Evolution
Diglett is the base form in a two-stage line leading to Dugtrio. Check the evolution method below. A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. Evolving adds up to 160 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Diglett easily with 278 breeding partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Diglett
Diglett is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 28 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Where To Catch Diglett in SV
Diglett is your first catch on the way to Diglett. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 2-24 across 28 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Diglett ✓South Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveLv.2-24OverworldRate 30%East Province (Area Three) - MineLv.2-24OverworldRate 24%East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%Glaseado MountainLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.2-24OverworldRate 12%Available in-game· 2 pathsPick one
Diglett tops out at moderate rates across 2 locations in mid-game routes. The encounters below are sorted by rate so you can see exactly what you're working with.
Where To Catch Diglett in BDSP
To get Diglett, start by catching Diglett through walking encounters at Lv. 23-54. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Diglett ✓Route 228Lv.23-25GrassRate 5%
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 24 locations. Diglett's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Diglett in SwSh
To get Diglett, start by catching Diglett through walking encounters at Lv. 8-28. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Diglett ✓Rolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%Normal WeatherRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%ThunderstormRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%RainingRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%SnowstormRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%Heavy FogRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 80%SnowingRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 20%OvercastRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 20%SandstormRolling Fields - GroundLv.8-10OverworldRate 20%Intense SunGalar MineLv.11-15CaveRate 15%All WeatherGalar MineLv.11-14OverworldRate 10%All WeatherGiant's MirrorLv.26-28GrassRate 30%Intense SunAvailable in-game· 2 pathsPick one
high spawn rates in early-game routes across 4 locations. Diglett's one of the easier catches on the list. Knock it out fast and save your time for harder targets.
Where To Catch Diglett in LGPE
Diglett is your first catch on the way to Diglett. You'll find walking and trade encounters from Lv. 13-25 across 4 total spots in the chain.
Base Stats
The stat bars tell the story: Speed carries everything and HP's dead weight. But this Mole Pokemon still yields 1 Speed EV per fight on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
It lives about one yard underground, where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears aboveground.
Diglett Guide
For a casual playthrough, Diglett works as a placeholder. Ground coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Dugtrio. That's where the stats start mattering.
Yes. Alolan Diglett is a regional variant with different typing and a reworked stat spread. Introduced in Gen 7. Plays completely differently from the original.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Diglett appears in 20 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained an Alolan form in Generation 7.
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- Gen 1RBDebut
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 7SMAlolan
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
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
Winds & Waves