Key items

Explorer Gadget

A built-in feature that attempts automatic catches and PokéStop spins while you explore with the game in the background. It uses ordinary Poké Balls.

Reviewed Limited availability
Unlock
Level 20; rollout-dependent
Ball type
Poké Ball

How to get it

  • The official announcement describes a phased rollout for Trainers at level 20 or higher.
  • Look for its map icon or entry in Key Items; rollout availability can differ between accounts.

How to use it

  1. Activate it from the map or Key Items and explore at a casual pace.
  2. Check its summary when returning to the game and keep enough ball, Pokémon storage, and item capacity available.

Worth knowing

Daily catch and spin limits depend on Trainer level. It skips certain targets, including unregistered species and mighty Pokémon.

It cannot operate simultaneously with a paired catching accessory. Switching to the accessory while it is active stops Gadget use until the next day.

Sources & further reading

Event rewards, shop offers, and limits can change. Check the current in-game description for event-specific rules. Worked examples are illustrative calculations.