Guide to Poke Ball Catch Rates in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

Last Updated on 3 October, 2023

Guide to Poke Ball Catch Rates in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet. Guide to Poke Ball types in Scarlet & Violet: catch rates and locations for strategic gameplay.

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Guide to Poke Ball Catch Rates in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet

• Why Catch Rates Matter in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet: Understanding Poke Ball catch rates is crucial. Not every ball works the same. The environment, the Pokemon’s level, and species all impact the catch probability.
• Optimal Poke Balls for Specific Situations: Not all encounters in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are the same. Thus, the Poke Ball you choose can be the difference between success and disappointment.
• For Water-Based Pokemon: Dive and Net Balls: Venturing near water? Dive and Net Balls are your best friends. The more you have, the better.
• Preparing for the Legendary: Quick and Ultra Balls: Anticipating a Legendary Pokemon? Quick Balls are effective initially. However, Ultra Balls can be the game-changer you need.
• Love and Nest Balls: A Game of Gender and Level: Love Balls have a unique quality: they’re more effective against the opposite gender. Conversely, Nest Balls excel when you’re trying to catch low-level Pokemon.
• Luxury and Heal Balls: Comfort and Readiness: Want your Pokemon to bond with you faster? Luxury Balls have you covered. If you’re looking for battle-ready Pokemon immediately post-catch, Heal Balls are ideal.

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Poke Ball Guide

Depends on choosing the right ball. We have broken down the list of Poke Balls, their respective catch rates, and where you can find them.

1. Standard Poke Ball

• Catch Rate: 1x
• Location: Pokemon Center, School Store

2. Friend Ball

• Catch Rate: 1x
• Location: Porto Mirinada auctions, Academy Ace Tournament, rewards for 260 Pokemon in Paldea Pokedex or 160 Pokemon in Kitakami Pokedex.

3. Heal Ball

• Catch Rate: 1x
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

4. Luxury Ball

• Catch Rate: 1x
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

5. Premier Ball

• Catch Rate: 1x
• Location: Gift for buying 10 Poke Balls at Pokemon Centers or School Store

6. Beast Ball

• Catch Rate: 0.01x
• Location: Gift after registering 400 Pokemon in the PokeDex

7. Heavy Ball

• Catch Rate: 1.1x-1.50x (especially effective against heavy Pokemon like Hariyama)
• Location: Gift for 320 Pokemon in the PokeDex, Porto Mirinada auctions, Academy Ace Tournament, reward for 180 Pokemon in Kitakami PokeDex

8. Nest Ball

• Catch Rate: 1.5x for Level 16 or lower, 2x for Level 11 or lower
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

9. Great Ball

• Catch Rate: 1.5x
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

10. Ultra Ball

• Catch Rate: 2x
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

11. Timer Ball

• Catch Rate: 2.2x after 4 turns, 4x after 10 turns
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

12. Dusk Ball

• Catch Rate: 3x in caves or at night
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

13. Repeat Ball

• Catch Rate: 3.5x for already registered Pokemon
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

14. Net Ball

• Catch Rate: 3.5x for Water or Bug Types
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

15. Dive Ball

• Catch Rate: 3.5x for water Pokemon
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

16. Moon Ball

• Catch Rate: 4x (Specifically for Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, and Wigglytuff)
• Location: Porta Marinada auctions, Academy Ace Tournament reward, or registering 300 Pokemon in the Paldea PokeDex

17. Lure Ball

• Catch Rate: 4x for water Pokemon
• Location: Porta Marinada auctions, Academy Ace Tournament reward, or registering 300 Pokemon in the Paldea PokeDex

18. Level Ball

• Catch Rate: 4x when in-battle Pokemon is 2x the enemy Pokemon’s level (but less than 4x the level)
• Location: Porta Marinada auctions, Academy Ace Tournament reward, or registering 280 Pokemon in the Paldea PokeDex

19. Fast Ball

• Catch Rate: 4x for Pokemon with a Speed of 100 or higher
• Location: Porta Marinada auctions, or registering 240 Pokemon in the Paldea PokeDex

20. Dream Ball

• Catch Rate: 4x against sleeping Pokemon
• Location: Porta Marinada auctions, or registering 360 Pokemon in the Paldea PokeDex

21. Quick Ball

• Catch Rate: 5x (Most effective on Turn 1)
• Location: Pokemon Centers, School Store

22. Love Ball

• Catch Rate: 8x against a Pokemon of the opposite gender to your lead Pokemon
• Location: Porta Marinada auctions, Academy Ace Tournament reward, or registering 110 Pokemon in the Paldea PokeDex

23. Master Ball

• Catch Rate: Guaranteed catch
• Location: Given by Director Clavell after completing the Paldea campaign