Magnemite Best Moveset
Electric/Steel at 95 Sp. Atk with 70 Defense behind a typing that resists 12 types. AbilityMagnet Pull traps opposing Steel-types and prevents them from switching. The moveset has real Sp. Atk for a pre-evolution but 25 HP collapses to any Ground attack. Evolve through to Magnezone for 130 Sp. Atk and serious power.
Magnemite was a niche pick at best in Gen I (Red, Blue & Yellow), rarely seen in standard play. This marked Magnemite's competitive debut. A key development: had a combined Special stat of 95.
Support Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Thunderbolt
- Rest
- Double Edge
Recommended Teammates
Electric/Steel pre-evolution in Gen II (Gold & Silver). Magnet Pull trapped Steel-types. 95 Sp. Atk was strong for a first-stage Pokemon.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Thunder Wave
- Zap Cannon
- Thunder
Dropped in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). Magneton existed and trapped Steel-types from better stats. The pre-evolution lost the utility race to its evolution.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Toxic
- Hidden Power Fire
- Protect
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Magnemite saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). Magnemite climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Magnetpull with Choice Specs, favoring a Timid nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Toxic
- Signal Beam
- Hidden Power Fighting
Recommended Teammates
Magnemite was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Magnetpull with Eviolite, favoring a Modest nature.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Thunderbolt
- Hidden Power Fire
- Volt Switch
- Flash Cannon
Recommended Teammates
Magnemite was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. Magnemite maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Sturdy with Berryjuice, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Recycle
- Protect
- Thunder Wave
- Toxic
Recommended Teammates
Magnemite saw minimal competitive use in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM). Magnemite climbed from F-Tier as the competitive landscape shifted. Its most popular set ran Sturdy with Berryjuice, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Recycle
- Thunder Wave
- Toxic
- Endure
Recommended Teammates
Magnemite was a niche pick at best in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield / BDSP), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Sturdy with Berryjuice, favoring a Hardy nature.
Utility Moveset
- Recycle
- Toxic
- Protect
- Magic Coat
Recommended Teammates
Magnemite was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. Magnemite maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Analytic with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Flash Cannon
- Protect
- Thunderbolt
- Magnet Rise
Recommended Teammates
Magnemite Weakness
Ground, Fire, and Fighting moves hit Magnemite for super-effective damage. Ground hits land at 4x, so they're the biggest threat. The upside? Poison-type moves can't touch it at all. 11 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ground |
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Fighting |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Electric, Grass, Ice, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Flying, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison |
What is Magnemite Weak Against
ExcellentBest Pokemon Against Magnemite
Garchomp can KO Magnemite with Earthquake (185-217%). Arcanine threatens a KO with Flare Blitz (98-115%). Lucario's Close Combat also KOs at 127-150%.
 Garchomp DragonGround | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Magnemite View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 4x185-217%KO | ||
 Arcanine Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemLeftovers NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Magnemite View Arcanine builds →Extreme Speed11-13% Flare Blitz 2x98-115%KO | ||
 Lucario FightingSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityInnerfocus ItemLife Orb NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Magnemite View Lucario builds →Extreme Speed14-17% Close Combat 2x127-150%KO Aura Sphere 2x86-102%KO | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemEviolite NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Magnemite View Mienfoo builds →Knock Off17-20% U Turn9-10% High Jump Kick 2x65-77% | ||
Evolution
Magnemite is the start of a three-stage chain. It evolves into Magneton first, then eventually reaches Magnezone. For breeding, average hatch time with no compatible partners via one egg group. The evolved forms gain up to 210 total stats over Magnemite. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Magnemite is genderless and can only breed with Ditto. Part of the Mineral egg group.
Ditto onlyHow to Get Magnemite
Magnemite is available from mid-game routes onward at decent spawn rates. 12 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 Magnemite in SV
To get Magnemite, start by catching Magnemite through walking encounters at Lv. 16-80. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Magnemite ✓East Province (Area Three) - GrassLv.16-34OverworldRate 25%East Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.16-34OverworldRate 25%East Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.16-34OverworldRate 10%East Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.16-34OverworldRate 10%Canyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworld
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MagnetonCanyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldPolar BiomeLv.50-80Overworldor evolve from Magnemite (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into MagnezoneCanyon BiomeLv.50-80OverworldCoastal BiomeLv.50-80Overworldor evolve from Magneton (Step 2)
decent spawn rates for Magnemite across 1 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Magnemite in PLA
The path to Magnemite starts with Magnemite at Lv. 20-70 via walking encounters. 3 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Magnemite ✓Space-Time Distortion - Cobalt CoastlandsLv.40-55CaveRate 15%
Step 2Catch or Evolve into MagnetonSpace-Time Distortion - Cobalt CoastlandsLv.40-55CaveRate 15%or evolve from Magnemite (Step 1)
Step 3Catch or Evolve into MagnezoneClamberclaw CliffsLv.20-70GrassRate 15%Celestica TrailLv.30-46GrassRate 15%Fabled SpringLv.43-46GrassRate 15%or evolve from Magneton (Step 2)
high spawn rates across 10 locations for Magnemite 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.
Where To Catch Magnemite in BDSP
The path to Magnemite starts with Magnemite at Lv. 28-63 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Magnemite's scattered across 18 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 Magnemite in SwSh
Magnemite is your first catch on the way to Magnemite. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-15 across 18 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Magnemite ✓Challenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%SnowstormChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%Heavy FogChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%SnowingChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%SandstormChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 56%Normal WeatherChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%RainingChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%Intense SunChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%OvercastChallenge BeachLv.10-15OverworldRate 36%Thunderstorm
Step 3Evolve into Magnezone
Base Stats
Magnemite's spread isn't flashy. Sp. Atk leads, HP trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Common in the wild and worth 1 Sp. Atk EV, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
The electromagnetic waves emitted by the units at the sides of its head expel antigravity, which allows it to float.
Magnemite Guide
Magnemite does the job early-game if you need a Electric/Steel type on your team. Evolve it into Magneton before the later gyms and it holds up fine through the story.
Game Availability
Magnemite has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 21 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 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 7SM
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
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