#0809 Mythical

Melmetal

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Steel
Max CP 4,069 Thunder Shock + Flash Cannon Snow
Meltan | Grookey
Melmetal Pokemon GO sprite

Melmetal is a Mythical Steel-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Alola region (#809, Generation 7). With a max CP of 4,069 and base stats of 226/190/264 (Atk/Def/Sta), Melmetal has a total stat product of 680.

Melmetal is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves. It resists Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Steel-type attacks. Melmetal is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
4,069
Lv.40: 3,599 Lv.50: 4,069
Attack 226
Defense 190
Stamina 264
Total 680
Buddy 20.0 km Gen 7 · Alola 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy
Steel type

Type Chart

Weak to
Fighting
Fighting
+60%
Fire
Fire
+60%
Ground
Ground
+60%

Moves

Fast Moves

Electric
Thunder Shock
8
DPS
4.0 PWR 7 EN 0.5s DUR 14 EPS Rainy

Charged Moves

Steel
Flash Cannon STAB
40
DPS
100.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR
Normal
Hyper Beam
37.5
DPS
150.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR
Rock
Rock Slide
30
DPS
75.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Fighting
Super Power Buff
28.3
DPS
85.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Electric
Thunderbolt
32
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Steel
Double Iron Bash STAB Elite
35
DPS
70.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Thunder Shock (8 DPS), while Thunder Shock generates energy the fastest (14 EPS). Note that Double Iron Bash is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Evolution

Meltan Pokemon GO
Meltan
400 Candy
Melmetal Pokemon GO
Melmetal

Forms & Variants

Meltan Pokemon GO
Meltan
Melmetal Pokemon GO
Melmetal

Raid Guide

Melmetal as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Melmetal is not currently available as a raid boss. When Melmetal returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Melmetal from raids would have 2056 CP at level 20, or 2571 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

View full raid guide →

Best Counters to Beat Melmetal

Mega Blaziken
Mega Blaziken
Counter + Aura Sphere
37.4 DPS
#1
Mega Lucario
Mega Lucario
Force Palm + Aura Sphere
36.8 DPS
#2
Primal Groudon
Primal Groudon
Mud Shot + Precipice Blades
35.1 DPS
#3
Blacephalon
Blacephalon
Incinerate + 491
34.3 DPS
#4
Mega Charizard Y
Mega Charizard Y
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
33.7 DPS
#5
Shadow Chandelure
Shadow Chandelure
Fire Spin + Overheat
32.9 DPS
#6
Shadow Blaziken
Shadow Blaziken
Counter + Aura Sphere
32.5 DPS
#7
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Fire Fang + Overheat
31.8 DPS
#8
Shadow Groudon
Shadow Groudon
Mud Shot + Precipice Blades
31.6 DPS
#9
Mega Heracross
Mega Heracross
Counter + Close Combat
30.5 DPS
#10

Melmetal is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Melmetal

Melmetal evolves from Meltan using 400 Candy.

Walking Melmetal as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Melmetal Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Melmetal in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
92 – 3,111 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
92 – 3,368 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
2,020 – 2,108 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,514 – 2,622 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
2,020 – 2,108 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,528 – 1,594 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
2,020 – 2,108 CP

A 100% IV Melmetal from raids or eggs will show 2,056 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Melmetal is a Steel-type Pokemon with a stat total of 680. With its bulk spread of 190 Defense and 264 Stamina, Melmetal has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves when using Melmetal. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Melmetal's performance.

Melmetal's moves get a damage boost in Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Melmetal much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Melmetal?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Melmetal is a Steel-type Pokemon with base stats of 226/190/264 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 4,069. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Melmetal may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Melmetal in Pokemon GO?
Melmetal has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Melmetal for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.
What are Melmetal's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Melmetal is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves. On the other hand, Melmetal resists Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Melmetal effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Melmetal's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Melmetal's maximum CP is 4,069 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,599 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Melmetal's CP is calculated from its base stats: 226 Attack, 190 Defense, and 264 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Melmetal caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 2,056 CP, or 2,571 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Melmetal?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Melmetal has the following CP at key levels: 1,542 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 2,056 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,571 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 4,069 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Melmetal, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Melmetal ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Melmetal in Pokemon GO?
Melmetal is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Meltan with 400 Candy). Melmetal can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Melmetal be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Melmetal's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Melmetal availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 50 CP
L5 485 CP
L10 1,028 CP
L15 1,542 CP
L20 2,056 CP
L25 2,571 CP
L30 3,085 CP
L35 3,342 CP
L40 3,599 CP
L50 4,069 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #809
Generation Gen 7
Region Alola
Height 2.50 m
Weight 800.00 kg
Buddy Distance 20.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy