Don’t Waste Coins! Use This Pokémon GO Box Value Calculator First

Pokémon GO’s shop rotates boxes frequently, but not all offer good value. According to Niantic’s official Pokémon GO blog, boxes typically change every 2-4 weeks, making it crucial to evaluate each new offering. A Box Value Calculator helps you avoid overpaying by comparing bundles to individual item prices.

How to Calculate Box Value

The Formula

Value Ratio = (Total Item Value) ÷ (Box Cost)

Example:

• Ultra Box (1,480 PokéCoins) contains:
  • 16 Premium Raid Passes (normally 100 PokéCoins each)
  • 8 Super Incubators (normally 200 PokéCoins each)
• Total Value = (16 × 100) + (8 × 200) = 3,200 PokéCoins
• Value Ratio = 3,200 ÷ 1,480 = 2.16× (a great deal!)

Current Box Rankings (June 2025)

Box Name	Cost (PokéCoins)	Contents	Total Value	Value Ratio	Verdict
Ultra Box	1,480	16 Raid Passes + 8 Super Incubators	3,200	2.16×	Best Buy
Adventure Box	1,250	12 Super Incubators + 4 Incubators	2,800	2.24×	Great for Eggs
Special Box	500	3 Premium Passes + 3 Star Pieces	600	1.2×	Skip

Pro Tip: Pair this with a Pokémon GO IV Calculator App to prioritize spending on boxes that boost your gameplay (e.g., Raid Passes for perfect IV hunting).

Advanced Tips

1. Personalize Your Priorities
   • Use a Pokémon GO CP Calculator to see if you need more Star Pieces (for Stardust) or Incubators (for high-CP hatches).
2. Wait for Events
   • Holiday boxes (e.g., Go Fest) often have 3×+ value.

FAQs

How often do boxes change?

Boxes update every 2–4 weeks, so check back monthly.

Are there free Box Value Calculators?

Yes! Communities like The Silph Road share free spreadsheets.

Should I buy boxes if I only care about IVs?

Yes—use a Pokémon GO IV Calculator App to track perfect Pokémon, then invest in Raid/Incubator boxes to farm them efficiently.