Pokemon Guide
Swoobat is a Psychic and Flying-type Pokemon known for its fast Speed stat, unusual ability options and evolution from Woobat through high friendship. This guide covers Swoobat’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Swoobat guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Swoobat is the evolved form of Woobat. It is a Psychic and Flying-type Pokemon with a heart-shaped nose, high Speed and access to abilities that can change how it performs in different battle formats.
Competitive Overview
Swoobat can be a niche competitive Pokemon because of its Speed, Psychic and Flying typing and access to Simple. Simple can double the effect of stat changes, giving Swoobat a unique setup angle when it has the right support.
Swoobat’s biggest challenge is its low defensive bulk and several common weaknesses, including Electric, Ice, Rock, Ghost and Dark. It usually needs careful positioning to make use of Calm Mind, Stored Power or fast utility moves.
Here are the key facts to know about Swoobat, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Swoobat
National Dex
#0528
Type
Psychic / Flying
Species
Courting Pokemon
Height
2’11” / 0.9 m
90 cm
Weight
23.1 lbs / 10.5 kg
10.5 kg
Abilities
Unaware, Klutz, Simple
Swoobat has excellent Speed but modest defensive stats. Its best role is usually as a fast special attacker or setup-focused niche Pokemon.
Swoobat can use Psychic, Flying, Normal and support moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Swoobat’s most useful and recognizable moves.
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A reliable Psychic-type attack that gives Swoobat consistent same-type damage.
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Pairs well with Simple and boosting moves, becoming much stronger after stat increases.
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A Flying-type special attack that gives Swoobat coverage and a chance to flinch.
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Raises Special Attack and Special Defense, and becomes especially threatening with Simple.
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Can help Swoobat avoid status and create safer setup opportunities.
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Lets Swoobat pressure specially bulky targets by using the target’s Defense stat.
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A situational coverage option that can help against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokemon in some games.
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Restores HP and can help Swoobat stay active longer when the move is available.
Swoobat can learn Psychic, Flying, Normal, Dark, Grass and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Swoobat’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Swoobat is a Psychic and Flying-type Pokemon. This gives it useful Fighting and Ground defensive value, but it also leaves Swoobat weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Ghost and Dark-type moves.
Type
Psychic / Flying
Weaknesses
Electric, Ice, Rock, Ghost, Dark
Resistances
Fighting, Grass, Psychic
Immunity
Ground
Swoobat’s abilities give it different utility and setup options depending on the game and format.
Ignores the target’s stat changes when Swoobat attacks or takes damage, which can help against setup strategies.
Prevents Swoobat from using its held item. This is usually more situational and is often less valuable than its other ability options.
Doubles the effects of stat changes. This can make boosting moves much more threatening when Swoobat has time to set up.
Swoobat evolves from Woobat when Woobat levels up with high friendship. The full Swoobat evolution line is Woobat and Swoobat.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Woobat when leveled up with high friendship
Swoobat’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Swoobat is obtained by evolving Woobat after raising its friendship.
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Red |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Swoobat had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Black |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
Pokemon White |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
Pokemon Black 2 |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
Pokemon White 2 |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon X |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
Pokemon Y |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Sword |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
Pokemon Shield |
Evolve from Woobat with high friendship. |
Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Swoobat |
|---|---|
Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Swoobat. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Swoobat is a Psychic and Flying-type Pokemon.
Swoobat is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock, Ghost and Dark-type moves.
Swoobat evolves from Woobat when Woobat levels up with high friendship.
Swoobat’s abilities are Unaware, Klutz and Simple. Simple is often the most notable ability for setup strategies.
Swoobat’s best moves often include Psychic, Stored Power, Air Slash, Calm Mind, Substitute, Psyshock, Assurance and Roost.
Swoobat can be useful as a fast niche attacker or setup Pokemon, but it needs support because of its low bulk.
The most common way to get Swoobat is to evolve Woobat after raising its friendship.
No. Swoobat does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form, regional form or other major alternate form.
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