Type Effectiveness
STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus)
Other Modifiers
Damage Range
Detailed Breakdown
Tired of losing Pokémon battles because of damage guesswork? Our free Pokémon Move Damage Calculator eliminates the uncertainty – giving you exact damage numbers for any move in seconds. Whether you’re preparing for competitive VGC battles or just want to know if your Charizard can one-shot that pesky Lapras, this tool has you covered.
How to Use the Pokémon Damage Calculator
Getting precise damage calculations takes just 5 simple steps:
- Enter Attacker Stats – Level, Attack/Special Attack
- Input Defender Stats – Defense/Special Defense and HP
- Select Move Power – Base Power (BP) of your chosen move
- Adjust Modifiers – STAB, weather, critical hits, etc.
- Get Instant Results – Damage range and KO probability
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Pro Tip: For weight-based moves like Low Kick or Heat Crash, our calculator automatically accounts for the target’s weight class. No more guessing damage brackets!
Why This Calculator Beats Manual Math
More Accurate – Uses modern Gen 6+ damage formula
Faster – Results in 2 seconds vs. 2 minutes of math
Battle-Ready – Includes all relevant modifiers:
- STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus)
- Critical hits (1.5x damage)
- Weather/terrain effects
- Burn (for physical moves)
- Weight calculations for Low Kick, Heat Crash, etc.
Bonus: Our Pokémon KO Chance Calculator feature shows your probability to OHKO or 2HKO opponents based on damage ranges.
Key Features Explained
STAB Calculator
When a Pokémon uses a move matching its type (like Pikachu using Thunderbolt), it gets a 1.5x damage boost. Our tool applies this automatically.
Type Effectiveness
Simply select whether your move is:
- Super effective (2x or 4x)
- Not very effective (0.5x or 0.25x)
- Neutral (1x)
Specialized Move Support
We calculate damage for unique moves including:
- Low Kick Damage Calculator – Weight-based power
- Heat Crash Calculator – More damage against heavier foes
- Grass Knot, Heavy Slam, and other weight-dependent moves
Critical Hits & Random Factor
Toggle critical hits (1.5x damage) and see minimum/maximum damage ranges (85%-100% of calculated damage).
The Pokémon Damage Formula (Simplified)
For those who love the math:
Damage = (((2×Level/5 + 2)×Power×Attack/Defense)/50 + 2)×Modifiers
Modifiers include:
- STAB (1.5x)
- Type effectiveness (0.25x-4x)
- Critical hit (1.5x)
- Weather (0.5x or 1.5x)
- Other (burn, items, abilities)
Good news: Our calculator handles all this math for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
How does STAB work in Pokémon?
Same Type Attack Bonus gives 1.5x damage when a Pokémon’s type matches its move (e.g., Water-type using Surf).
What’s the highest possible damage?
Combine 4x type effectiveness + critical hit + weather boost + STAB for massive damage!
Does burn affect special attacks?
No – burn only halves damage from physical moves.
Can I calculate OHKO chances?
Yes! Our Pokémon KO Chance Calculator feature shows OHKO/2HKO probabilities based on damage ranges.
How accurate is the Low Kick/Heat Crash calculation?
Our Low Kick Damage Calculator and Heat Crash Calculator use official weight brackets for precise results.