Diglett sits at the start of its evolution line — not yet at full power, but that changes fast. Most trainers push through to Dugtrio as fast as possible. Part of the Gen 1 roster. Electric moves can't touch it, and only 3 types hit it super-effectively.
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 burrows through the ground at a shallow depth. It leaves raised earth in its wake, making it easy to spot.
Lives about one yard underground where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears aboveground.
Diglett Weakness
AvgType-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.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
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.
How to Evolve
Breed Diglett easily with 102 breeding partners from the Ground egg group. Pass egg moves like Ancient Power, Beat Up, Feint Attack and 4 more to offspring.
Diglett's locked into one move per switch-in with Choice Band, trading flexibility for raw power at the cost of move flexibility. Earthquake is the go-to spam option, with the remaining moves keeping switch-ins honest.
Best Build
Best Diglett Moveset
- Earthquake
- Hidden Power Bug
- Aerial Ace
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
The egg pool carries weight here. Ancient Power and Beat Up aren't available any other way for Diglett, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Earthquake and Dig for solid options.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Diglett is available from early-game routes onward at high spawn rates. 4 encounter spots give you plenty of options. Grab one early and it'll be ready to evolve or train by mid-game.
Best Locations
Diglett's encounter pool splits between FireRed and LeafGreen. You've got 4 walking spots at Lv. 15-22 total, but your version determines which ones actually show up.
At 265 BST, Diglett is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Dugtrio before bringing it to any serious fight.
Diglett can evolve into Dugtrio and Alolan Dugtrio depending on the method. Diglett is the base form in a 3-stage evolutionary line.
Sand Veil is the go-to ability for Diglett. It increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Its hidden ability Sand Force can work in specific setups. Arena Trap is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Diglett is a physical attacker with base 55 Attack. Fragile — can't afford to take many hits, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 95 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. Fits the pivot role.
Diglett appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Available since Red & Blue, Diglett appears in 20 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained an Alolan form in Generation 7.
- 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 VIISMAlolan
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