Stats & Training
Dugtrio's all-in on Speed at the expense of HP. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Speed EVs and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
They’re referred to as triplets, but they’re not identical—the metallic elements in their bodies differ slightly. The proof shows in their whiskers!
They’re referred to as triplets, but they’re not identical—the metallic elements in their bodies differ slightly. The proof shows in their whiskers!
Dugtrio Weakness
Dugtrio's Ground typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, and Ice. It shrugs off Electric-type attacks completely. At base 120 Speed, Dugtrio outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Grass, Ice |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Poison, Rock |
| 0x (Immune) | Electric |
 Gyarados Water | B | |
Obtain MethodEvolve Magikarp (Route 10 Surfing) Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Gyarados builds →Hydro Pump 2x104-123%KO Waterfall 2x171-202%KO | ||
 Venusaur GrassPoison | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Venusaur builds →Power Whip 2x180-213%KO Petal Dance 2x166-196%KO Razor Leaf 2x85-101%KO Vine Whip 2x69-82% | ||
 Parasect BugGrass | C | |
 Blastoise Water | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Blastoise builds →Bubble Beam 2x81-95% Bubble 2x51-60% Aqua Jet 2x62-74% Water Gun 2x51-60% | ||
 Golduck Water | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Golduck builds →Surf 2x120-142%KO Water Gun 2x55-65% | ||
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Volcanion threatens a KO with Fire Blast (171-201%). Mamoswine's Earthquake also KOs at 192-225%.
 Ferrothorn GrassSteel | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityIron Barbs ItemLeftovers NatureSassy Moves View Ferrothorn builds →
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 Volcanion FireWater | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Volcanion builds →Sludge Bomb47-55% Fire Blast171-201%KO | ||
 Mamoswine IceGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityThickfat ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Mamoswine builds →Earthquake192-225%KO Ice Shard 2x155-182%KO Knock Off83-98% | ||
 Starmie WaterPsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityAnalytic ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Dugtrio View Starmie builds →Rapid Spin27-32% Ice Beam 2x135-159%KO Hydro Pump 2x247-291%KO | ||
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Evolution
Dugtrio is the evolved form of Diglett. Breeding produces Diglett eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Diglett gave Dugtrio the biggest boost in Attack (+45), bringing the total to 425 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Dugtrio Best Moveset
You commit to a move every time Dugtrio comes in. Choice Band gives raw power at the cost of move flexibility, and Arenatrap adds to that. Max Attack and Speed EVs make sure the locked move actually hurts. The remaining moves covers the rest.
Best Build
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
Dugtrio develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Earthquake and Hyper Beam show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Dugtrio in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
moderate rates across 2 encounter spots for Dugtrio. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Dugtrio starts with Diglett at Lv. 13-25 via walking and trade encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch DiglettDiglett's CaveLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.13-18 Cave85%EarlyDiglett's CaveLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.13-18 Cave85%EarlyLavender TownLet's Go EeveeIn-game trade Lv.25 CityMidTrade for (give Diglett)Lavender TownLet's Go PikachuIn-game trade Lv.25 CityMidTrade for (give Diglett)
Step 2Dugtrio ✓Diglett's CaveLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.13-18 Cave5%EarlyDiglett's CaveLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.13-18 Cave5%Earlyor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
Dugtrio Guide
For Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, it depends on your team. Dugtrio at 425 BST isn't a powerhouse, but the Ground coverage might be exactly what you're missing.
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Dugtrio has a 425 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier: a niche pick in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee's meta. It works best as a sweeper. Rock Slide with Choice Band is the standard set.
Sand Veil increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. That's the one you want on Dugtrio. Sand Force is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Arena Trap works too if your team needs something different.
Game Availability
Dugtrio first appeared in Red & Blue and spans 20 games across 10 generations. It later gained an Alolan form in Generation 7, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- 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 7SMAlolan
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