We rate Orbeetle A-Tier — a strong competitive pick. At 505 BST, the stats are spread pretty evenly. Base 120 Sp. Def stands out.

What is Orbeetle weak to?

Orbeetle's biggest threats include Volcarona (Fire), Talonflame (Flying), and Scyther (Bug), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Rock, Ghost, and Dark-type attackers are also a problem. With 6 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.

How do you evolve Orbeetle?

Dottler evolves into Orbeetle at level 30. Orbeetle is the final evolution in a 3-stage line starting from Blipbug . At 505 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.

What is the best ability for Orbeetle?

Swarm is the go-to ability for Orbeetle. It strengthens bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Telepathy can work in specific setups. Frisk is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.

What role does Orbeetle play in battle?

Base 90 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Orbeetle is leaning toward the special side (base 80 Sp. Atk). Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits.

What games is Orbeetle in?

Orbeetle can be found in Sword & Shield.

Orbeetle Best Moveset, Weakness & Stats

Utility

Balanced

505High

90Moderate

ATier

Orbeetle doesn't stand out in any single area, but it gets the job done for in-game teams. Its typing leaves 6 weaknesses to cover, which limits where it can switch in safely. Been around since Gen 8. It sits at a decent but contested Speed tier.

Bulk defines Orbeetle's stat line. Sp. Def and Defense anchor the defensive side, but Attack can't keep up offensively. Tough to catch and worth 3 Sp. Def EVs.

Base Stats

505High

HP60

Attack45

Defense110

Sp. Atk80

Sp. Def120

Speed90

Total505

Low <60

Avg 60-89

High 90-149

Top 150+

EV Yield

HPAtkDefSpASpD+3Spe

Details

Catch45Challenging•Medium Fast1M XP•0.4m / 1'04"•40.8kg / 89.9 lbs•253Base XP

Pokedex Entries

Its brain has grown to a gargantuan size, as has the rest of its body. This Pokémon’s intellect and psychic abilities are overpowering.

Sword

If it were to utilize every last bit of its power, it could control the minds of every living being in its vicinity.

Shield

Orbeetle Weakness

Fragile

Type-wise, Orbeetle takes extra damage from Fire, Flying, Bug, Rock, Ghost, and Dark. 4 resistances help offset the weaknesses. Orbeetle's overall bulk (60/110/120) lets it take a hit or two from most weaknesses before going down.

4xCriticali

None

2xWeaki

Fire Flying Bug Rock Ghost Dark

½xResisti

Grass Ground Psychic

¼xResisti

Fighting

0xImmunei

None

STAB (5)i

Grass Psychic Dark Fighting Poison

6Weak

4Resist

0Immune

Scorei-7

Stealth Rock25% on switch

SpikesGrounded — up to 25%

Toxic SpikesVulnerable

Abilities

SwarmStrengthens bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

FriskReveals an opponent's held item upon entering battle.

TelepathyHAProtects against friendly Pokémon's damaging moves.

End of the line. Orbeetle caps a three-stage chain that started at Blipbug. Breeding produces the base form, and eggs are quick to hatch. Defense grew the most through evolution (+90 over Blipbug), and Orbeetle peaks at 505 total stats.

How to Evolve

3 Forms

#824Blipbug

Level 10

#825Dottler

Level 30

#826Orbeetle

Stat Comparison 3 Stages

Blipbug

Bug

Dottler

BugPsychic

Orbeetle

BugPsychic

50+25

60+10

ATK

35+15

45+10

DEF

80+60

110+30

SP.ATK

50+25

80+30

SP.DEF

90+45

120+30

SPE

30-15

90+60

BST

180D-Tier

335D-Tier+155

505C-Tier+170

ROLE

Balanced

TYPE

Utility

Special

Breeding

Very Easy

Breed with Orbeetle to get Blipbug eggs easily using 47 partners from the Bug egg group. Notable egg moves include Infestation, Recover, Sticky Web and 1 more.

Egg Groups

Bug

Gender

♂50.0%♀50.0%

Hatch Time

15 cycles·3,855 steps

Quick~4 min with Flame Body

Egg Moves

4moves

Breed With (best first)

Nothing fancy here. Orbeetle builds around Weakness Policy for a massive attack boost after eating a super-effective hit, Bold nature for the right stat lean, and a spread EV build EVs. Frisk does its job quietly.

Best Build

Bulky Support

Ability

Frisk

Item

Weakness PolicySETUP

Nature

Bold+DEF

EVs

Def

Spe

Best Orbeetle Moveset

AgilitySetup
Calm MindSTAB
Bug BuzzSTAB
Stored PowerSTAB

Recommended Teammates

AlcremieExcellent

KlinklangExcellent

The egg pool carries weight here. Infestation and Recover aren't available any other way for Orbeetle, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Future Sight and Bug Buzz for solid options.

Level-Up Moves

Lv 1

Confusion

5010025Psychic

Lv 1

Light Screen

——30Psychic

Lv 1

Reflect

——20Psychic

Lv 1

Struggle Bug

5010020Bug

Lv 4

Confuse Ray

—10010Ghost

Lv 8

Magic Coat+4

——15Psychic

Lv 12

Agility

——30Psychic

Lv 16

Psybeam

6510020Psychic

Lv 20

Hypnosis

—6020Psychic

Lv 24

Ally Switch+2

——15Psychic

Lv 28

Bug Buzz

9010010Bug

Lv 32

Mirror Coat-5

—10020Psychic

Lv 36

Psychic

9010010Psychic

Lv 40

After You

——15Normal

Lv 44

Calm Mind

——20Psychic

Lv 48

Psychic Terrain

——10Psychic

TM Moves

Src

TR12

Agility

——30Psychic

TR83

Ally Switch+2

——15Psychic

TM31

Attract

—10015Normal

TR29

Baton Pass

——40Normal

TR99

Body Press

8010010Fighting

TR61

Bug Buzz

9010010Bug

TR49

Calm Mind

——20Psychic

TR26

Endure+4

——10Normal

TR65

Energy Ball

9010010Grass

TM39

Facade

7010020Normal

TR34

Future Sight

12010010Psychic

TM28

Giga Drain

7510010Grass

TM09

Giga Impact

150905Normal

TM61

Guard Swap

——10Psychic

TM41

Helping Hand+5

——20Normal

TM08

Hyper Beam

150905Normal

TM44

Imprison

——10Psychic

TR46

Iron Defense

——15Steel

TR18

Leech Life

8010010Bug

TM17

Light Screen

——30Psychic

TM72

Magic Room

——10Psychic

TM57

Payback

5010010Dark

TM60

Power Swap

——10Psychic

TM25

Protect+4

——10Normal

TR11

Psychic

9010010Psychic

TM91

Psychic Terrain

——10Psychic

TM69

Psycho Cut

7010020Psychic

TR25

Psyshock

8010010Psychic

TM18

Reflect

——20Psychic

TM21

Rest

——10Psychic

TM76

Round

6010015Normal

TM19

Safeguard

——25Normal

TR33

Shadow Ball

8010015Ghost

TR40

Skill Swap

——10Psychic

TR27

Sleep Talk

——10Normal

TM24

Snore

5010015Normal

TM11

Solar Beam

12010010Grass

TR82

Stored Power

2010010Psychic

TR20

Substitute

——10Normal

TR38

Trick

—10010Psychic

TM70

Trick Room-7

——5Psychic

TM56

U-turn

7010020Bug

TM71

Wonder Room

——10Psychic

TR69

Zen Headbutt

809015Psychic

Egg Moves

Src

Egg

Infestation

2010020Bug

Egg

Recover

——10Normal

Egg

Sticky Web

——20Bug

Egg

Supersonic

—5520Normal

Tutor Moves

Src

Tutor

Expanding Force

8010010Psychic

6 encounter spots for Orbeetle at decent spawn rates starting from late-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.

Where To Catch Orbeetle in Sword & Shield

To get Orbeetle, start by catching Blipbug through walking encounters at Lv. 2-52. The chain covers 3 catchable stages before reaching the final form.

Step 1Catch Blipbug
Route 2
ShieldGrassLv.4-640%EarlyRouteAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Route 2
SwordGrassLv.4-640%EarlyRouteAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Route 1
ShieldGrassLv.2-530%EarlyRouteAll Weather
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Route 1
SwordGrassLv.2-530%EarlyRouteAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterSnowstorm
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Challenge Beach
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Challenge Beach
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Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterRaining
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Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterRaining
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterThunderstorm
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Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterOvercast
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Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterIntense Sun
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Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Beach
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyWaterSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlySnowing
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
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SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlySnowing
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlySnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlySandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlySnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlySandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
ShieldGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyRaining
EFFORTLESS
Fields of Honor
SwordGrassLv.13-1830%EarlyRaining
EFFORTLESS
Slumbering Weald - Low Level
ShieldOverworldLv.2-320%EarlyForestAll Weather
EASY
Slumbering Weald - Low Level
SwordOverworldLv.2-320%EarlyForestAll Weather
EASY
Slumbering Weald
ShieldGrassLv.2-310%EarlyForestAll Weather
MODERATE
Slumbering Weald
SwordGrassLv.2-310%EarlyForestAll Weather
MODERATE
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 3
ShieldOverworldLv.29-3235%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 3
SwordOverworldLv.29-3235%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidRaining
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidRaining
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
ShieldGrassLv.16-2130%MidIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Training Lowlands
SwordGrassLv.16-2130%MidIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteRaining
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteRaining
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Challenge Road
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRouteOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidRaining
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidRaining
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
ShieldGrassLv.19-2430%MidIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Loop Lagoon
SwordGrassLv.19-2430%MidIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Route 2 - High Level
SwordOverworldLv.40-4330%LateRouteAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Route 2 - High Level
ShieldOverworldLv.40-4330%LateRouteAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Honeycalm Island
ShieldGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Honeycalm Island
SwordGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Insular Sea
ShieldGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Insular Sea
SwordGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Stepping-Stone Sea
ShieldGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Stepping-Stone Sea
SwordGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Workout Sea
ShieldGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Workout Sea
SwordGrassLv.43-4830%LateWaterAll Weather
EFFORTLESS
Route 2 - High Level
ShieldGrassLv.37-4010%LateRouteAll Weather
MODERATE
Route 2 - High Level
SwordGrassLv.37-4010%LateRouteAll Weather
MODERATE
Train until Level 10
Step 2Catch or Evolve Dottler
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3050%MidThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3050%MidThunderstorm
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3050%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3050%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3050%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3050%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3050%MidRaining
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3050%MidRaining
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidIntense Sun
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowing
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowstorm
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSandstorm
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap - 2
ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.26-2830%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.26-2830%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Stony Wilderness
ShieldGrassLv.26-2830%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Stony Wilderness
SwordGrassLv.26-2830%MidHeavy Fog
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.27-2930%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.27-2930%MidOvercast
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.27-2930%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.27-2930%MidNormal Weather
EFFORTLESS
Route 5
ShieldGrassLv.16-1826%MidRouteAll Weather
EASY
Route 5
SwordGrassLv.16-1826%MidRouteAll Weather
EASY
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.26-2820%MidRaining
EASY
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.26-2820%MidRaining
EASY
Giant's Mirror
ShieldGrassLv.26-2820%MidSandstorm
EASY
Giant's Mirror
SwordGrassLv.26-2820%MidSandstorm
EASY
Giant's Mirror
ShieldGrassLv.27-2920%MidNormal Weather
EASY
Giant's Mirror
SwordGrassLv.27-2920%MidNormal Weather
EASY
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowstorm
MODERATE
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidSandstorm
MODERATE
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowstorm
MODERATE
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidSandstorm
MODERATE
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidThunderstorm
MODERATE
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidThunderstorm
MODERATE
Giant's Cap
ShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowing
MODERATE
Giant's Cap
SwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowing
MODERATE
Giant's Mirror
ShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidRaining
MODERATE
Giant's Mirror
SwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidRaining
MODERATE
Giant's Mirror
ShieldGrassLv.27-2910%MidOvercast
MODERATE
Giant's Mirror
SwordGrassLv.27-2910%MidOvercast
MODERATE
or evolve from Blipbug (Step 1)
Train until Level 30
Step 3Orbeetle ✓
Slumbering Weald
ShieldGrassLv.45-4715%LateForestAll Weather
EASY
Slumbering Weald
SwordGrassLv.45-4715%LateForestAll Weather
EASY
Slumbering Weald - High Level
ShieldOverworldLv.45-4715%LateForestAll Weather
EASY
Slumbering Weald - High Level
SwordOverworldLv.45-4715%LateForestAll Weather
EASY
Lake of Outrage
ShieldGrassLv.50-5213%PostWaterNormal Weather
MODERATE
Lake of Outrage
SwordGrassLv.50-5213%PostWaterNormal Weather
MODERATE
or evolve from Dottler (Step 2)

We rate Orbeetle A-Tier — a strong competitive pick. At 505 BST, the stats are spread pretty evenly. Base 120 Sp. Def stands out.
Orbeetle's biggest threats include Volcarona (Fire), Talonflame (Flying), and Scyther (Bug), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Rock, Ghost, and Dark-type attackers are also a problem. With 6 weakness types, most competitive teams carry at least one counter.
Dottler evolves into Orbeetle at level 30. Orbeetle is the final evolution in a 3-stage line starting from Blipbug. At 505 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Swarm is the go-to ability for Orbeetle. It strengthens bug moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Telepathy can work in specific setups. Frisk is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Base 90 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. On offense, Orbeetle is leaning toward the special side (base 80 Sp. Atk). Defensively? Tanky enough to absorb a few hits.
Orbeetle can be found in Sword & Shield.

Since debuting in Sword & Shield, Orbeetle has appeared in 1 titles over 2 generations. Along the way, it received a Gigantamax form in Generation 8, keeping it relevant across different competitive metas.

Gen IY
Yellow
Gen IRB
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 VIISM
Sun & Moon
Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Gen VIIISwSh
DebutGigantamax
Sword & Shield
Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus
Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet
Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A

Orbeetle

Stats & Training

Orbeetle Weakness

Evolution & Breeding

How to Evolve

Best Orbeetle Build & Moves

Best Build

Best Orbeetle Moveset

Recommended Teammates

Level-Up Moves

TM Moves

Egg Moves

Tutor Moves

How to Get Orbeetle

Where To Catch Orbeetle in Sword & Shield

Orbeetle Guide