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Learn how to increase your catch rate in Pokemon GO with expert tips on throws, berries, bonuses, and in-game strategies.
Catching Pokemon is a big part of the fun in Pokemon Go. Whether you want to complete your Pokedex or build a strong team for battles, you need to improve your catch rate. Some Pokemon are easy to catch, while others break free and escape. But don’t worry! There are plenty of ways to increase your chances of success.
Understand Catch Rate
Every Pokemon has a base catch rate. Some are naturally harder to catch than others. You can get a rough idea by looking at the color of the ring when you hold a Pokeball. Green means an easy catch (90%+), yellow is moderate (75%), orange is tricky (25%), and red is tough (0%). The higher the Pokemon’s CP, the harder it will be to catch.
You can improve your odds with different items, better throws, and certain bonuses. Let’s go through the best ways to increase your catch rate.
Ways To Increase Your Catch Rate in Pokemon GO
1. Use the Right Pokeball
Not all Pokeballs are the same. Some give you a better chance to catch Pokemon:
- Pokeball – Basic, works best on common Pokemon. (Modifier: 1)
- Great Ball – 1.5x better chance than a regular Pokeball.
- Ultra Ball – 2x better chance, best for high-level or rare Pokemon.
- Premier Ball – Only available in raids or special events, similar to a Pokeball.
Save Ultra Balls for rare or high CP Pokemon to avoid wasting them.
2. Feed Pokemon Berries
Berries can make catching easier. Not all of them help with the catch rate, so choose wisely:
- Razz Berry – Increases your chance of catching by 1.5x.
- Silver Pinap Berry – Boosts catch rate by 1.8x and gives extra candy.
- Golden Razz Berry – The best option, with a 2.5x catch rate boost.
- Nanab Berry – Stops Pokemon from moving but doesn’t improve the catch rate.
If you find a tough Pokemon, throw a Golden Razz Berry before trying to catch it.
3. Improve Your Throw Technique
The way you throw a Pokeball matters. Good throws increase your catch rate:
- Nice Throw – 1.3x boost.
- Great Throw – 1.7x boost.
- Excellent Throw – 2x boost.
- Curveball – Adds a 1.7x multiplier to any throw.
A well-timed curveball with an Excellent throw is one of the best ways to increase success.
4. Earn Type-Specific Medals
Catching certain types of Pokemon increases your odds over time. There are 18 different medals for different types. Each level adds a small boost:
- Bronze – 1.1x bonus.
- Silver – 1.2x bonus.
- Gold – 1.3x bonus.
- Platinum – 1.4x bonus.
If a Pokemon has two types, the game averages both medal bonuses. The more you catch, the easier it gets!
| Medal | Task |
|---|---|
| Fairy Tale Girl | Catch Fairy-type Pokemon. |
| Delinquent | Catch Dark-type Pokemon. |
| Dragon Tamer | Catch Dragon-type Pokemon. |
| Skier | Catch Ice-type Pokemon. |
| Psychic | Catch Psychic-type Pokemon. |
| Rocker | Catch Electric-type Pokemon. |
| Gardener | Catch Grass-type Pokemon. |
| Swimmer | Catch Water-type Pokemon. |
| Kindler | Catch Fire-type Pokemon. |
| Rail Staff | Catch Steel-type Pokemon. |
| Hex Maniac | Catch Ghost-type Pokemon. |
| Bug Catcher | Catch Bug-type Pokemon. |
| Hiker | Catch Rock-type Pokemon. |
| Ruin Maniac | Catch Ground-type Pokemon. |
| Punk Girl | Catch Poison-type Pokemon. |
| Bird Keeper | Catch Flying-type Pokemon. |
| Black Belt | Catch Fighting-type Pokemon. |
| Schoolkid | Catch Normal-type Pokemon. |
5. Catch Pokemon from Research Tasks
Pokemon that appear from Field or Timed Research have a catch modifier of 2. Pokemon from Special Research encounters have a catch modifier of 1,000, meaning they are guaranteed catches. Raid bosses have a range between 1 and 2, making them harder than research rewards but easier than wild catches.
6. Save Auto-Catchers for Easy Pokemon
Auto-catchers like the Pokemon Go Plus or Gotcha only use regular Pokeballs and don’t use berries or throw bonuses. These devices are great for common Pokemon but not ideal for rare finds. If you see something valuable, turn off auto-catch and do it manually.
Additional Tips
- Always carry Ultra Balls and Razz Berries for tough catches.
- Practice curveball throws to improve your success rate.
- Complete type medals by catching more of the same Pokemon.
- Focus on research rewards when hunting for rare Pokemon.
- Turn off auto-catchers for important encounters.
- Catching every Pokemon helps build medals and improves future catches.
Using these tricks will help you catch more Pokemon without wasting Pokeballs. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll see a big improvement in your catch rate!
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