Level Ball
Effect
Used by trainer in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost. If the trainer’s Pokémon’s level is higher than: * four times the wild Pokémon’s, the wild Pokémon’s catch rate is 8× normal. * than twice the wild Pokémon’s, the wild Pokémon’s catch rate is 4× normal. * the wild Pokémon’s, the wild Pokémon’s catch rate is 2× normal.
Cost–
Sell–
Games8 titles
HoldableNo
Game Descriptions
Gen IVA Poké Ball for catching Pokémon that are a lower level than your own.
Gen VA Poké Ball for catching Pokémon that are a lower level than your own.
Gen VIA Poké Ball that makes it easier to catch Pokémon that are at a lower level than your own Pokémon.
Gen VIIA Poké Ball that makes it easier to catch Pokémon that are at a lower level than your own Pokémon.
Gen VIIIA Poké Ball that makes it easier to catch Pokémon that are at a lower level than your own Pokémon.
Level Ball Price History
| Game | Buy Price | Sell Price |
|---|---|---|
| GSCHGSSBWB2W2XYORAS | N/A | $150 |
| SMUSUMSwShBDSPSVZA | N/A | N/A |
Event Pokemon with Level Ball
| Event | Game | Region | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global mission items | SM | All | May 16 to June 30, 2017 |
| Poké Times rare Poké Balls | SwSh | All | December 20, 2019 to January 15, 2020 |
| The Isle of Armor promotion packs | SwSh | All | May 29 to June 4, 2020 |
| Japanese Pokemon Scraps 2020 | SwSh | Japanese | November 20, 2020 to April 30, 2021 |
| Pokémon Adventure 25 items | SwSh | South Korea | April 26 to September 30, 2021 |
| Apricorn Poké Ball Set | BDSP | All | November 19, 2021 to February 28, 2022 |
| Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension Luxurious Poké Ball Set | ZA | All | October 16, 2025 to March 10, 2026 |
Level Ball Availability by Game
Gen I
Red/BlueYellow
Gen II
Gold/SilverCrystal
Gen III
Ruby/SapphireEmeraldFireRed/LeafGreen
Gen IV
Diamond/PearlPlatinumHeartGold/SoulSilver
Gen V
Black/WhiteBlack 2/White 2
Gen VI
X/YOmega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire
Gen VII
Sun/MoonUltra Sun/Ultra MoonLet's Go Pikachu/Eevee
Gen VIII
Sword/ShieldBrilliant Diamond/Shining PearlLegends: Arceus
Gen IX
Scarlet/Violet
Level Ball in Other Languages
| Language | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| 🇯🇵 | Japanese (Kana) | レベルボール |
| 🇰🇷 | Korean | 레벨볼 |
| 🇹🇼 | Chinese (Traditional) | 等級球 |
| 🇫🇷 | French | Niveau Ball |
| 🇩🇪 | German | Levelball |
| 🇪🇸 | Spanish | Nivel Ball |
| 🇮🇹 | Italian | Level Ball |
| 🇯🇵 | Japanese (Kanji) | レベルボール |
| 🇨🇳 | Chinese (Simplified) | 等级球 |
FAQ
What does Level Ball do?
Used by trainer in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost. If the trainer’s Pokémon’s level is higher than: * four times the wild Pokémon’s, the wild Pokémon’s catch rate is 8× normal. * than twice the wild Pokémon’s, the wild Pokémon’s catch rate is 4× normal. * the wild Pokémon’s, the wild Pokémon’s catch rate is 2× normal.
How much does Level Ball cost?
Level Ball cannot be purchased at regular shops. It must be obtained through other means.
Which games have Level Ball?
Level Ball is available in HeartGold/SoulSilver, Black/White, Black 2/White 2, X/Y, Sun/Moon, Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon, Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee, Sword/Shield.
What is Level Ball called in Japanese?
In Japanese, Level Ball is called "レベルボール".