Ditto's stats barely vary. None sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 1 HP EV, medium-fast 1M XP curve to max.
Its transformation ability is perfect. However, if made to laugh, it can’t maintain its disguise.
It can freely recombine its own cellular structure to transform into other life-forms.
Ditto is weak to Fighting. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost-type moves entirely. Only 1 weakness makes it relatively easy to build around defensively.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fighting |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost |
Cyclizar's Draco Meteor hits Ditto for 81-95%. Slowbro's Scald hits Ditto for 57-67%. Gengar's Focus Blast also KOs at 173-204%.
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin28-33% U Turn26-31% Knock Off24-28% Draco Meteor81-95% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Slowbro builds →Scald57-67% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityCursedbody ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Gengar builds →Focus Blast 2x173-204%KO | ||
| A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Cyclizar builds →Rapid Spin28-33% U Turn26-31% Knock Off24-28% Draco Meteor81-95% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDrought ItemHeatrock NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Ditto View Ninetales builds →Heat Wave75-88% | ||
Ditto is what you get. No evolutions, but it breeds through one egg group with no compatible partners. Hatching is average hatch time. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Ditto can breed with almost any Pokemon, making it essential for breeding genderless Pokemon and passing down IVs.
For an attacker, Ditto wants max HP and Speed EVs and Quickclaw. The Naive nature tilts toward fast mixed duty, and Imposter contributes without taking a move slot.
Best Build
Ditto best EVs are HP and Speed
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
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Special Revenge Killer Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Bulky Support Moveset
- Unknown
- Transform
Recommended Teammates
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
Ditto's options are limited here. You've got Normal STAB for STAB damage, but there isn't much beyond Normal hitting power. TMs help fill gaps, though the kit stays tight.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Ditto's options are limited here. You've got Normal STAB for STAB damage, but there isn't much beyond Normal hitting power. TMs help fill gaps, though the kit stays tight.
Ditto's options are limited here. You've got Normal STAB for STAB damage, but there isn't much beyond Normal hitting power. TMs help fill gaps, though the kit stays tight.
Ditto's options are limited here. You've got Normal STAB for STAB damage, but there isn't much beyond Normal hitting power. TMs help fill gaps, though the kit stays tight.
moderate rates across 8 locations for Ditto in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Scarlet & Violet
Ditto appears in 8 walking locations at Lv. 28-35 across Scarlet and Violet. Not all encounters show up in every version, so check which ones match your game.
A handful of locations for Ditto with decent spawn rates across mid-game routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
walking and special encounters for Ditto across 6 spots at Lv. 29-63. The catch is that Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl don't share every location, so compare what's available in your version.
Ditto appears at high spawn rates across 40 spots in late-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Sword & Shield
Ditto appears in 40 walking locations at Lv. 40-58 across Sword and Shield. Not all encounters show up in every version, so check which ones match your game.
moderate rates across 10 locations for Ditto in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Best Locations to Catch Ditto in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Ditto's encounter pool splits between Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee. You've got 10 walking spots at Lv. 39-56 total, but your version determines which ones actually show up.
Ditto's biggest threats include Machamp (Fighting), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Imposter. This is Ditto's defining trait. It transforms upon entering battle. Every competitive set revolves around it. If your Ditto doesn't have Imposter, it's not worth running.
Honestly, Ditto is a tough sell at 288 BST. Plenty of stronger Normal options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
Don't let Ditto's 288 base stat total fool you. Imposter is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it C-Tier.
Run Imposter on Ditto. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Ditto also gets Limber, but they don't compare.
Ditto has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 20 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves