#127
Mega Pinsir
305
Attack
231
Defense
163
Stamina
4,728
Lvl 50Max CP
4,182
Lvl 40
2,987
Lvl 25Weather Boost
2,389
Lvl 20Raids/Eggs
1,792
Lvl 15Research
Best Movesets
PvE
Analysis
Released in May 2023, Mega Pinsir is definitely one of the better Bug Types in the game. It has a fast-and-furious moveset that's emblematic of the early days of Pokemon Go, and a great mix of DPS and TDO to make it pretty relevant. Bug tends to be a bit behind other types, and Mega Pinsir competes with Mega Beedrill and its more DPS-oriented playstyle while Mega Heracross arguably beats it out entirely when its sub-typing isn't a viability. Still, it's a solid Mega Evolution, though it will be optimal in very few raids.
Offense
- Bug Bite and Fury Cutter offer similar power. The former tends to have slightly superior DPS, while the latter is easier to dodge with.
- Rock Smash is a pass.
- X-Scissor is the charged move of choice, letting Mega Pinsir cut loose on anything weak to Bug with ease.
- Vise Grip, Super Power, Return*, and Submission* are all sub-par and not worth using.
Events
Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, and Mega Heracross in Mega Raids
Raid BattlesNov 4, 10am to Nov 11, 2025, 10am
Duration
1 week•
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Mega Pinsir in Mega Raids
Raid BattlesMar 4, 10am to Mar 10, 2026, 10am
Duration
6 days•
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More Info
5 Candy + 5,000 Stardust
Purification Cost
75,000 Stardust + 75 Candy
Second Charge Move Cost
9%
Flee Rate
5 KM
Buddy Distance
30%
Catch Rate
50%
Female Ratio
50%
Male Ratio
