How do you get Rotom (Heat) in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat) can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Rotom (Heat) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

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Rotom (Heat)

Q: What is the best moveset for Rotom (Heat) in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat)'s best moveset in Pokemon GO is Thunder Shock and Overheat. This combination provides the highest damage output for raids and gym battles. For PvP battles, the recommended moveset is Thunder Shock and Overheat. Use a Charged TM or Fast TM to get the optimal moves.

Q: What are Rotom (Heat)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat) is a Electric/Fire-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Ground-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Rotom (Heat), use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Rotom (Heat) resists Steel, Bug, Electric, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ice-type moves.

Q: What is Rotom (Heat)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat)'s maximum CP is 2,916 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,579 at level 40. Its base stats are 204 Attack, 219 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 560. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: Is Rotom (Heat) good for PvP in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat) is ranked #29 (Tier A) in Great League PvP with a 67.34% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Thunder Shock and Overheat. The ideal IVs for Great League are 0/15/14 (Atk/Def/Sta). Unlocking a second charged move improves coverage and is recommended for competitive play.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Rotom (Heat)?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Rotom (Heat) has 1474 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1842 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,916 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Rotom (Heat) showing 1474 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Rotom (Heat) be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Rotom (Heat) availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

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

Electric Fire

Max CP 2,916 Thunder Shock + Overheat Sunny Rainy

Froslass | Uxie

Rotom (Heat) is a Electric/Fire-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#479, Generation 4). With a max CP of 2,916 and base stats of 204/219/137 (Atk/Def/Sta), Rotom (Heat) has a total stat product of 560. Rotom (Heat)'s best moveset is Thunder Shock and Overheat.

Rotom (Heat) is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves (double weak to Ground). It resists Steel, Bug, Electric, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ice-type attacks. Rotom (Heat) is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

2,916

Lv.40: 2,579 Lv.50: 2,916

Attack 204

Defense 219

Stamina 137

Total 560

Buddy 5.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 75,000 Dust · 75 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Rankings

PvP Battle

Great League

#29

67.34% Win Rate

Thunder Shock

Overheat

Ideal IVs 0/15/14

Ultra League

#19

71.86% Win Rate

Thunder Shock

Overheat

Ideal IVs 0/14/15

Moves

Fast Moves

Astonish

DPS

7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog

Thunder Shock STAB

DPS

4.0 PWR 7 EN 0.5s DUR 14 EPS Rainy

Charged Moves

Overheat STAB Buff

DPS

160.0 PWR 100 EN 4.0s DUR

Thunder STAB

DPS

100.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR

Thunderbolt STAB

DPS

80.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

In Great League PvP, Rotom (Heat) runs Thunder Shock and Overheat, ranked #29 (Tier A) with a 67.34% win rate. In Ultra League PvP, Rotom (Heat) runs Thunder Shock and Overheat, ranked #19 (Tier S) with a 71.86% win rate. Rotom (Heat) has access to 2 fast moves and 3 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Thunder Shock (8 DPS), while Thunder Shock generates energy the fastest (14 EPS).

Forms & Variants

Raid Guide

Rotom (Heat) as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Rotom (Heat) is not currently available as a raid boss. When Rotom (Heat) returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Rotom (Heat) from raids would have 1474 CP at level 20, or 1842 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Rotom (Heat)

Primal Groudon

Mud Shot + Precipice Blades

46.8 DPS

Shadow Groudon

Mud Shot + Precipice Blades

44.3 DPS

Mega Garchomp

Mud Shot + Earthquake

41.9 DPS

Landorus (Therian)

Mud Shot + Sandsear Storm

41.6 DPS

Shadow Excadrill

Mud Slap + Earthquake

40.6 DPS

Shadow Mamoswine

Mud Slap + High Horsepower

39.9 DPS

Shadow Rhyperior

Mud Slap + Earthquake

38.5 DPS

Shadow Garchomp

Mud Shot + Earthquake

38.4 DPS

Groudon

Mud Shot + Precipice Blades

36.4 DPS

Shadow Rhydon

Mud Slap + Earthquake

35.5 DPS

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Rotom (Heat) is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Rotom (Heat)

Rotom (Heat) can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

Walking Rotom (Heat) as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Rotom (Heat) Catch CP

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

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

64 – 2,229 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

64 – 2,413 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,436 – 1,510 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,786 – 1,879 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,436 – 1,510 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,086 – 1,142 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,436 – 1,510 CP

A 100% IV Rotom (Heat) from raids or eggs will show 1,474 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Rotom (Heat) is a Electric/Fire-type Pokemon with a stat total of 560. With its bulk spread of 219 Defense and 137 Stamina, Rotom (Heat) has solid survivability in battles.

Be careful of Rotom (Heat)'s double weakness to Ground-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Rotom (Heat) very quickly.

Rotom (Heat)'s moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Rotom (Heat) much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Rotom (Heat)?

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

Recommended for PvP
Rotom (Heat) doesn't stand out as a raid attacker but has a place in PvP, ranked #29 (Tier A) in Great League with a 67.34% overall win rate. With base stats of 204/219/137 and a max CP of 2,916, its stat distribution is more offense-oriented. Run Thunder Shock with Overheat for best results. Worth investing in a second charged move to expand coverage and improve matchups across the board.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Rotom (Heat) in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat)'s best moveset is Thunder Shock (fast) and Overheat (charged). This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move.

What are Rotom (Heat)'s weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat) is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It has a double weakness to Ground, taking 156% more damage from these types. When battling Rotom (Heat), prioritize using Ground-type attackers to exploit this double weakness for maximum effectiveness. On the other hand, Rotom (Heat) resists Steel, Bug, Electric, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Grass, Ice-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Rotom (Heat) 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 Rotom (Heat)'s max CP in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat)'s maximum CP is 2,916 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,579 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. Rotom (Heat)'s CP is calculated from its base stats: 204 Attack, 219 Defense, and 137 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 Rotom (Heat) caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,474 CP, or 1,842 CP with weather boost (level 25).

Is Rotom (Heat) good for PvP in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat) is ranked #29 (Tier A) in Great League with a 67.34% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Thunder Shock and Overheat. The ideal IV spread for Great League is 0/15/14 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Rotom (Heat) to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. Rotom (Heat) is ranked #19 (Tier S) in Ultra League with a 71.86% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Thunder Shock and Overheat. The ideal IV spread for Ultra League is 0/14/15 — for CP-capped leagues like Great League and Ultra League, lower Attack IVs with higher Defense and Stamina allow Rotom (Heat) to reach a higher level within the CP cap, gaining more total stat product. When deciding which league to prioritize, consider where Rotom (Heat) has its best ranking and win rate. Unlocking a second charged move (costing 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy) is highly recommended for PvP, as it gives Rotom (Heat) better coverage and the ability to bait shields more effectively.

What CP is a 100% IV Rotom (Heat)?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Rotom (Heat) has the following CP at key levels: 1,105 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,474 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,842 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,916 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Rotom (Heat), it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Rotom (Heat) 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 Rotom (Heat) in Pokemon GO?

Rotom (Heat) can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Rotom (Heat) can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Can Rotom (Heat) be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Rotom (Heat)'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 Rotom (Heat) availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 36 CP

L5 347 CP

L10 737 CP

L15 1,105 CP

L20 1,474 CP

L25 1,842 CP

L30 2,211 CP

L35 2,395 CP

L40 2,579 CP

L50 2,916 CP

L1 36

L2 114

L3 192

L4 270

L5 347

L6 425

L7 503

L8 581

L9 659

L10 737

L11 810

L12 884

L13 958

L14 1,031

L15 1,105

L16 1,179

L17 1,252

L18 1,326

L19 1,400

L20 1,474

L21 1,547

L22 1,621

L23 1,695

L24 1,768

L25 1,842

L26 1,916

L27 1,990

L28 2,063

L29 2,137

L30 2,211

L31 2,248

L32 2,284

L33 2,321

L34 2,358

L35 2,395

L36 2,432

L37 2,469

L38 2,505

L39 2,542

L40 2,579

L41 2,612

L42 2,645

L43 2,678

L44 2,711

L45 2,745

L46 2,779

L47 2,813

L48 2,847

L49 2,881

L50 2,916

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #479

Generation Gen 4

Region Sinnoh

Height 0.30 m

Weight 0.30 kg

Buddy Distance 5.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 75,000 Dust / 75 Candy