Timer Ball
Effect
Used in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon. Has a catch rate of 1.1× on the first turn of the battle and increases by 0.1× every turn, to a maximum of 4× on turn 30. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost.
Cost$1,000
Sell$500
Games13 titles
HoldableYes
Game Descriptions
Gen IIIMore effective as more turns are taken in battle.
Gen IVA somewhat different Ball that becomes progressively better the more turns there are in a battle.
Gen VA somewhat different Ball that becomes progressively better the more turns there are in a battle.
Gen VIA somewhat different Poké Ball that becomes progressively more effective the more turns that are taken in battle.
Gen VIIA somewhat different Poké Ball that becomes progressively more effective the more turns that are taken in battle.
Gen VIIIA somewhat different Poké Ball that becomes progressively more effective at catching Pokémon the more turns that are taken in battle.
Timer Ball Price History
| Game | Buy Price | Sell Price |
|---|---|---|
| RSEFRLGDPPtHGSSBWB2W2XYORASSMUSUMSwShBDSP | $1,000 | $500 |
| SVZA | $1,000 | $250 |
Event Pokemon with Timer Ball
| Event | Game | Region | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Variety Ball Sets | SV | Japan | November 18, 2022 to March 7, 2023 |
| Miscellaneous items: Rare Candies, Max Revives and variety ball set | SV | Japanese | April 13 to October 2, 2023 |
Timer 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
Timer Ball in Other Languages
| Language | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| 🇯🇵 | Japanese (Kana) | タイマーボール |
| 🇰🇷 | Korean | 타이마볼 |
| 🇹🇼 | Chinese (Traditional) | 計時球 |
| 🇫🇷 | French | Chrono Ball |
| 🇩🇪 | German | Timerball |
| 🇪🇸 | Spanish | Turno Ball |
| 🇮🇹 | Italian | Timer Ball |
| 🇯🇵 | Japanese (Kanji) | タイマーボール |
| 🇨🇳 | Chinese (Simplified) | 计时球 |
FAQ
What does Timer Ball do?
Used in battle : Attempts to catch a wild Pokémon. Has a catch rate of 1.1× on the first turn of the battle and increases by 0.1× every turn, to a maximum of 4× on turn 30. If used in a trainer battle, nothing happens and the ball is lost.
How much does Timer Ball cost?
Timer Ball costs $1,000 at Poke Marts and shops.
Which games have Timer Ball?
Timer Ball is available in Ruby/Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed/LeafGreen, Diamond/Pearl, Platinum, 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 Timer Ball called in Japanese?
In Japanese, Timer Ball is called "タイマーボール".