Stats & Training
Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Electabuzz's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 2 Speed EVs per KO. Tough to catch, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
If a major power outage occurs, it is certain that this Pokémon has eaten electricity at a power plant.
If a major power outage occurs, it is certain that this Pokémon has eaten electricity at a power plant.
Electabuzz Weakness
Ground moves hit Electabuzz for super-effective damage. Not many exploitable gaps in the Electric typing defensive chart. Electabuzz's special bulk (base 85 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Electric, Flying, Steel |
 Rhydon GroundRock | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electabuzz View Rhydon builds →Earthquake 2x158-186%KO Drill Run 2x127-150%KO | ||
 Dugtrio Ground | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electabuzz View Dugtrio builds →Earthquake 2x127-150%KO Dig 2x101-120%KO | ||
 Marowak Ground | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electabuzz View Marowak builds →Bone Club 2x71-84% Bonemerang 2x54-64% | ||
 Graveler RockGround | C | |
Available Move Moves
Damage vs Electabuzz View Graveler builds →Earthquake 2x121-144%KO | ||
 Onix RockGround | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Electabuzz View Onix builds →Earthquake 2x71-84% Dig 2x56-66% | ||
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Swampert can KO Electabuzz with Earthquake (130-152%).
 Swampert WaterGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTorrent ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Electabuzz View Swampert builds →Earthquake 2x130-152%KO Scald21-25% Waterfall52-61% | ||
 Landorus Ground | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySheerforce ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Electabuzz View Landorus builds →Sludge Bomb28-33% | ||
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Evolution
Electabuzz connects Elekid to Electivire in this chain. At least one evolution here needs a trade. So far, Sp.Atk got the biggest boost (+30 from Elekid). The final form adds another 50 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Electabuzz Best Moveset
Still unevolved, still relevant. Electabuzz's Eviolite bulk with spread EVs creates a defensive profile that punches above its stage. Static adds passive value. Electroweb gives it offensive presence.
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
The level-up pool is slim, so TMs matter here. Electabuzz's Normal and Fighting coverage and more all comes from technical machines, built on top of Thunder and Thunderbolt for same-type damage. Thunderbolt and Thunder are the payoff moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Electabuzz in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Grab Electabuzz from the locations below, it shows up in the wild. Drop it at the nursery to hatch Elekid. From there, level the baby through the remaining stages to Electabuzz.
Where To Catch Electabuzz in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Step 1Breed Elekid from ElectabuzzBreed from Electabuzz at the Day Care.
- Step 2Electabuzz ✓Power PlantLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.37-42 Power-plant14%LatePower PlantLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.37-42 Power-plant14%Lateor evolve from Elekid (Step 1)
Electabuzz Guide
At 490 BST, Electabuzz is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Electivire before bringing it to any serious fight.
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, watch for Rhydon (Ground) when using Electabuzz. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Electabuzz's base 105 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Elekid evolves into Electabuzz at level 30. Electabuzz evolves into Electivire while holding a Electirizer. Electabuzz is a middle-stage evolution in the Elekid line.
Static has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact. That's the one you want on Electabuzz. Vital Spirit is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
Electabuzz is a special attacker with base 95 Sp. Atk. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 105 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the pivot role.
Game Availability
Present since Red & Blue, Electabuzz appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Gen 1 originals like Electabuzz have the longest track record of availability in the series.
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 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