Venusaur

Table of Contents

Overview and stats
Venusaur's Tier Ranking
Regular and Shiny Venusaur
Venusaur's best moves and movesets
Venusaur in the meta
Special CP Values
Max CP Chart
Additional information
Mega boost
Catch Rates
Evolution Chart
Family overview
Sprites
Pokédex
Frequently Asked Questions
Costumes

Venusaur is a Grass and Poison-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Grass and Poison-type Pokémon, Venusaur is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic-type moves.

Venusaur's maximum Combat Power stat is 3075 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant. Venusaur encounters are boosted during Sunny and Cloudy weather. Shiny Venusaur is available! ✨

Stats

Max CP	3075 CP
Attack	198 ATK
Defense	189 DEF
Stamina	190 STA
Buddy distance	3 km
Released	Yes
Shiny released	Yes

Venusaur Type Chart

Venusaur takes increased damage from:
160%	Fire Flying Ice Psychic

Venusaur takes reduced damage from:
63%	Electric Fairy Fighting Water
39%	Grass

Venusaur's Tier Ranking

Raid Attacker	D Tier#241
Gym Defender	C Tier
Grass-type Attacker Vine Whip / Frenzy Plant	A Tier#21
Poison-type Attacker Vine Whip / Sludge Bomb	C Tier#41

Regular and Shiny Venusaur

Venusaur's best moves and movesets

Venusaur's best moveset is Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant, with 14.58 DPS (damage per second) and 250.6 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Sunny weather. You need an Elite Charge TM to teach Venusaur Frenzy Plant.

DPS14.58
TDO250.58
Weather

Opponent

#	Fast Attack	Charged Attack	DPS	TDO	Score 🔽
1.	Vine Whip	Frenzy Plant *	14.58	250.6	27.0
2.	Razor Leaf	Frenzy Plant *	13.46	231.3	24.9
3.	Vine Whip	Sludge Bomb	13.21	227.0	24.4
4.	Vine Whip	Solar Beam	12.88	221.3	23.8
5.	Razor Leaf	Sludge Bomb	12.36	212.4	22.8
6.	Vine Whip	Petal Blizzard	12.06	207.3	22.3
7.	Razor Leaf	Solar Beam	11.86	203.9	21.9
8.	Razor Leaf	Petal Blizzard	11.15	191.6	20.6

More information

The following chart shows Venusaur's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Venusaur's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Venusaur has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Fast Attacks

Vine Whip650.5s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ground
Rock
Water
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Steel
Fire
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 6
Energy 5
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.3s - 0.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 5
Energy 8

Effects
Vine Whip has no special effects.
See Vine Whip details page ↗
Razor Leaf1371.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ground
Rock
Water
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Steel
Fire
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 13
Energy 7
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 1.0s
Damage window 0.6s - 0.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 9
Energy 4

Effects
Razor Leaf has no special effects.
See Razor Leaf details page ↗

Damage	6
Energy	5
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.3s - 0.5s

Damage	5
Energy	8

Damage	13
Energy	7
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	1.0s
Damage window	0.6s - 0.8s

Damage	9
Energy	4

Charged Moves

Petal Blizzard1101002.5s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ground
Rock
Water
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Steel
Fire
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 110
Energy 100
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 1.6s - 2.2s
Trainer Battles
Damage 110
Energy 65

Effects
Petal Blizzard has no special effects.
See Petal Blizzard details page ↗
Sludge Bomb85502.5s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Grass
Fairy
62.5%
Poison
Ground
Rock
Ghost
39.1%
Steel
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 85
Energy 50
Weather boost
Cloudy
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 1.3s - 2.3s
Trainer Battles
Damage 80
Energy 50

Effects
Sludge Bomb has no special effects.
See Sludge Bomb details page ↗
Solar Beam1801005.0s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ground
Rock
Water
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Steel
Fire
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 180
Energy 100
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 5.0s
Damage window 2.8s - 4.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 150
Energy 80

Effects
Solar Beam has no special effects.
See Solar Beam details page ↗
Frenzy Plant *100502.5s
Type effectiveness chart
160.0%
Ground
Rock
Water
62.5%
Flying
Poison
Bug
Steel
Fire
Grass
Dragon
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 100
Energy 50
Weather boost
Sunny
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 2.0s - 2.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 100
Energy 45

Effects
Frenzy Plant has no special effects.
See Frenzy Plant details page ↗

Damage	110
Energy	100
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	1.6s - 2.2s

Damage	110
Energy	65

Damage	85
Energy	50
Weather boost	Cloudy
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	1.3s - 2.3s

Damage	80
Energy	50

Damage	180
Energy	100
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	5.0s
Damage window	2.8s - 4.8s

Damage	150
Energy	80

Damage	100
Energy	50
Weather boost	Sunny
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	2.0s - 2.5s

Damage	100
Energy	45

Venusaur in the meta

PvE Analysis

Venusaur is often argued as the best Kanto starter in the main series games, and it is equally true in Pokémon GO! 🏆 Its reasonably good stats, typing, and excellent moveset give it a degree of viability in the meta.

⚔️ Raids - Frenzy Plant is among the best Charged attacks in Pokémon GO, and Venusaur takes full advantage of it to become a bulky, hard-hitting counter to Ground, Rock, and Water type Raid Bosses 💪🏻 It also boasts a strong Mega Evolution that gives it the attacking prowess it needs to be a leading Grass-type force in the meta.

🛡️ Gyms - Venusaur can take even super-effective hits, making it a solid Gym defender to use 🌿

🔮 Dynamax Venusaur is a mighty Grass-type Pokémon that makes quick work of opponents in Max Battles with Max Overgrow, while also taking the Boss’ powerful hits like a pro 😎

PvP Analysis

Venusaur is a strong addition to the PvP meta, being a consistent top pick Season after Season 💯 However, it absolutely needs Frenzy Plant to shine, while Sludge Bomb gives it coverage against fellow Grass types as well as the common Fairy-type targets 🎯

🔵 Great League - Venusaur is a match winner in the Great League, posing danger to a large section of the meta, mainly due to its remarkable moveset 🎳 If you have one with ideal stats, invest resources in it for the GO Battle League! 📈

🟡 Ultra League - Venusaur is still dominant in the Ultra League, grabbing a slew of impressive victories against a majority of the Pokémon usually found in this format 😌 That said, it struggles against the rising presence of Steel and Dragon types 😬

🟣 Master League - Our iconic Grass/Poison-type starter isn't really bad in the Master League. For a meta filled with powerhouses, Venusaur can stack some cool wins, especially against Fairy types. Ultimately, it falters due to inferior stats, but that's understandable 🙂

Special CP Values

Venusaur's has 3075 max CP (at Level 50). A Venusaur obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1480 CP to 1554 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1851 CP to 1943 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Venusaur can be found in the 1110 CP to 1166 CP range.

Max CP	3075 CP
Max CP	Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Research	1110 CP - 1166 CP
Research	Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Eggs	1480 CP - 1554 CP
Eggs	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raids	1480 CP - 1554 CP
	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
	1851 CP - 1943 CP
	Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs

More information

Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max CP Chart

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Venusaur Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP
1	38 CP	2	120 CP	3	202 CP
4	284 CP	5	366 CP	6	449 CP
7	531 CP	8	613 CP	9	695 CP
10	777 CP	11	855 CP	12	932 CP
13	1010 CP	14	1088 CP	15	1166 CP
16	1243 CP	17	1321 CP	18	1399 CP
19	1476 CP	20	1554 CP	21	1632 CP
22	1710 CP	23	1787 CP	24	1865 CP
25	1943 CP	26	2021 CP	27	2098 CP
28	2176 CP	29	2254 CP	30	2332 CP
31	2370 CP	32	2409 CP	33	2448 CP
34	2487 CP	35	2526 CP	36	2565 CP
37	2603 CP	38	2642 CP	39	2681 CP
40	2720 CP	41	2755 CP	42	2789 CP
43	2824 CP	44	2859 CP	45	2895 CP
46	2931 CP	47	2966 CP	48	3002 CP
49	3039 CP	50	3075 CP

Pokédex information

Pokédex Number	#3
Height	2 m
Weight	100 kg
Region	Kanto Generation 1
Can be traded	Allowed
Pokémon Home transfer	Allowed
Base Catch Rate	20%
Base Flee Rate	0%
Catch rewards	10 500
Additional Move Cost	25 10000
Mega Energy reward For walking as a Buddy	15 Mega Energy

Encounter data

Movement type	MOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer	11s
Jump Time	2s
Attack Probability	20.0%
Attack Timer	4s
Dodge Probability	15.0%
Dodge Duration	0.0s
Dodge Distance	1
Min Action Frequency	1s
Max Action Frequency	2s

Mega Pokémon that boost Venusaur

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Venusaur's Grass and Poison-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Venusaur.

Grass

Poison

More information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza

Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Catch Rates

The base catch rate for Venusaur in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

Configure

		Normal	Nice	Great	Excellent
No Berry	-	16.74%	19.00%	24.03%	28.75%
No Berry	Curve	26.76%	30.10%	37.32%	43.79%
Razz Berry	-	24.03%	27.09%	33.78%	39.85%
Razz Berry	Curve	37.32%	41.56%	50.38%	57.86%
Silver Pinap Berry	-	28.09%	31.56%	39.02%	45.67%
Silver Pinap Berry	Curve	42.91%	47.52%	56.87%	64.55%
Golden Razz Berry	-	36.74%	40.94%	49.69%	57.14%
Golden Razz Berry	Curve	54.09%	59.15%	68.90%	76.32%

More information

Catch probability with multiple throws

In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Venusaur, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

Catch rate formula

Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

Catch rate multipliers

The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

Multiplier	Amount
Razz Berry	1.5
Silver Pinap Berry	1.8
Golden Razz Berry	2.5
Curveball	1.7
Nice Throw	1.15
Great Throw	1.5
Excellent Throw	1.85
PokéBall	1.0
Premier Ball	1.0
Great Ball	1.5
Ultra Ball	2.0
Bronze medal	1.1
Silver medal	1.2
Gold medal	1.3

Venusaur evolution chart

Pokémon	Requires	Evolution
Bulbasaur	25 Candy	Ivysaur
Ivysaur	100 Candy	Venusaur
Venusaur	200 / 40 Mega Energy	Mega Venusaur

Bulbasaur evolves into Ivysaur which costs 25 Candy.
Ivysaur evolves into Venusaur which costs 100 Candy.
Venusaur can Mega evolve into Mega Venusaur. Evolving Mega Venusaur costs 200 Mega energy the first time, and 40 energy every other time.

Venusaur family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Venusaur in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

Venusaur high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Venusaur. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Wallpaper

Venusaur Pokédex entries

Versions	Pokédex entry
Red, Blue	The plant blooms when it is absorbing solarenergy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight.
Yellow	The flower on its back catches the sun's rays.The sunlight is then absorbed and used for energy.
Gold	By spreading the broad petals of its flower andcatching the sun's rays, it fills its body with power.
Silver	It is able to con vert sunlight into energy. As aresult, it is more powerful in the summertime.
Crystal	As it warms it self and absorbs the sunlight, itsflower petals release a pleasant fragrance.
Ruby, Sapphire	There is a large flower on VENUSAUR’s back. The flower is said to take on vivid colors if it gets plenty of nutritionand sunlight. The flower’s aroma soothes the emotions of people.
Emerald	VENUSAUR’s flower is said to take on vivid colors if it gets plenty of nutrition and sunlight. The flower’s aroma soothes the emotions of people.
FireRed	A bewitching aroma wafts from its flower. The fragrance becalms those engaged in a battle.
LeafGreen	Its plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2	After a rainy day, the flower on its back smells stronger. The scent attracts other Pokémon.
HeartGold	By spreading the broad petals of its flower and catching the sun’s rays, it fills its body with power.
SoulSilver	It is able to convert sunlight into energy. As a result, it is more powerful in the summertime.
X	By spreading the broad petals of its flower and catching the sun’s rays, it fills its body with power.
Y	After a rainy day, the flower on its back smells stronger. The scent attracts other Pokémon.
Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire	There is a large flower on Venusaur’s back. The flower is said to take on vivid colors if it gets plenty of nutrition and sunlight. The flower’s aroma soothes the emotions of people.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!	The flower on its back catches the sun’s rays. The sunlight is then absorbed and used for energy.
Sword	Its plant blooms when it is absorbing solar energy. It stays on the move to seek sunlight.
Shield	A bewitching aroma wafts from its flower. The fragrance becalms those engaged in a battle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Venusaur’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Grass and Poison-type Pokémon, Venusaur is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic-type moves.

What are the best moves for Venusaur in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Venusaur in Pokémon GO are Vine Whip and Frenzy Plant. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 14.582 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 250.58.

How does Venusaur perform in Raids?

Venusaur struggles to perform in Raids.

How does Venusaur rank as a Grass-type attacker?

Venusaur is a solid A-Tier Grass-type attacker, ranking at number #21. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

How does Venusaur rank as a Poison-type attacker?

Venusaur is a C-Tier Poison-type attacker, ranking at number #41. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

What Mega Pokémon boost Venusaur?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Venusaur: Mega Venusaur, Mega Sceptile, Primal Groudon, Mega Abomasnow, Mega Venusaur, Mega Beedrill, and Mega Gengar.

What is Venusaur’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Venusaur’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2720 CP and 3075 CP at Level 50.

Can Venusaur be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Venusaur can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Venusaur Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Venusaur can Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

List of Venusaur costumes

A list of Venusaur costumes available in Pokémon GO.