#0808 Mythical

Meltan

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

Steel
Max CP 1,207 Thunder Shock + Flash Cannon Snow
Blacephalon | Melmetal
Meltan Pokemon GO sprite

Meltan is a Mythical Steel-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Alola region (#808, Generation 7). With a max CP of 1,207 and base stats of 118/99/130 (Atk/Def/Sta), Meltan has a total stat product of 347.

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

Stats

Max CP
1,207
Lv.40: 1,068 Lv.50: 1,207
Attack 118
Defense 99
Stamina 130
Total 347
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
Electric
Thunderbolt
32
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s 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).

Evolution

Meltan Pokemon GO
Meltan
400 Candy
Melmetal Pokemon GO
Melmetal

Forms & Variants

Meltan Pokemon GO
Meltan
Melmetal Pokemon GO
Melmetal

Raid Guide

Meltan as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Meltan is not currently available as a raid boss. When Meltan returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Meltan from raids would have 610 CP at level 20, or 762 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

View full raid guide →

Best Counters to Beat Meltan

Mega Blaziken
Mega Blaziken
Counter + Aura Sphere
71.5 DPS
#1
Mega Lucario
Mega Lucario
Force Palm + Aura Sphere
70.8 DPS
#2
Blacephalon
Blacephalon
Incinerate + 491
66.0 DPS
#3
Mega Charizard Y
Mega Charizard Y
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
65.1 DPS
#4
Primal Groudon
Primal Groudon
Mud Shot + Precipice Blades
64.9 DPS
#5
Shadow Chandelure
Shadow Chandelure
Fire Spin + Overheat
63.1 DPS
#6
Shadow Blaziken
Shadow Blaziken
Counter + Aura Sphere
62.8 DPS
#7
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Fire Fang + Overheat
60.6 DPS
#8
Shadow Groudon
Shadow Groudon
Mud Shot + Precipice Blades
59.9 DPS
#9
Mega Heracross
Mega Heracross
Counter + Close Combat
59.1 DPS
#10

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

How to Get Meltan

Meltan can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

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

Meltan Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
24 – 923 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
24 – 999 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
578 – 625 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
719 – 778 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
578 – 625 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
437 – 473 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
578 – 625 CP

A 100% IV Meltan from raids or eggs will show 610 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Meltan is a Steel-type Pokemon with a stat total of 347. With its bulk spread of 99 Defense and 130 Stamina, Meltan has solid survivability in battles.

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

Meltan'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.

Should I Invest in Meltan?

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
Meltan is a Steel-type Pokemon with base stats of 118/99/130 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,207. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Meltan 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 Meltan in Pokemon GO?
Meltan has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Meltan 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 Meltan's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Meltan is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves. On the other hand, Meltan resists Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Meltan 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 Meltan's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Meltan's maximum CP is 1,207 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 1,068 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. Meltan's CP is calculated from its base stats: 118 Attack, 99 Defense, and 130 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 Meltan caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 610 CP, or 762 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Meltan?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Meltan has the following CP at key levels: 457 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 610 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 762 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 1,207 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Meltan, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Meltan 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 Meltan in Pokemon GO?
Meltan can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Meltan can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Meltan be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Meltan'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 Meltan availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 15 CP
L5 144 CP
L10 305 CP
L15 457 CP
L20 610 CP
L25 762 CP
L30 915 CP
L35 991 CP
L40 1,068 CP
L50 1,207 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #808
Generation Gen 7
Region Alola
Height 0.20 m
Weight 8.00 kg
Buddy Distance 20.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy