Pokemon GO Mega Evolution tier list (January 2025)

Modified Jan 03, 2025 21:54 GMT

Which Mega Evolution will outmatch the other in Pokemon GO — Pokemon Go Mega Evolution tier list for October 2024 (Image via The Pokemon Company)

This comprehensive Pokemon GO Mega Evolution tier list for January 2025 can help you keep track of the best Pocket Monsters in this category as the meta keeps evolving. While not all mega forms are available, the 41 (counting the Charizard forms separately) presently in the game were not created equal.

Some Mega Evolutions in Pokemon GO rank among the best critters in the game, while others have less utility than their basic forms. This Pokemon GO Mega Evolution tier list will help you decide which Mega-eligible critters you should prioritize in terms of leveling up based on their overall utility.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the writer's opinions.

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Pokemon GO Mega Evolution tier list for January 2025

This Pokemon GO Mega Evolution tier list divides the 41 presently available options into five tiers—S, A, B, C, and D—based on how good they are in PvE battles. Critters in the S-tier are the best, while those in D are the worst.

As of January 2025, here is the arrangement of Mega Evolutions in Pokemon GO from best to worst:

Sportskeeda;s Pokemon GO Mega Evolution tier list (Image via TPC/Sportskeeda)

Do note, that within each tier, every creature has different pros and cons, so their horizontal distribution within the level does not reflect their viability.

Also check: Pokemon Go Evolution Calculator

S-tier

The Pocket Monsters in this category are dual type, and are considered the best PvE attackers of both these types. Mega Lucario is an exception. While Dusk Mane Necrozma with Sunsteel Strike outclasses it when it comes to Steel-type attackers, the Aura Pokemon's viability as a Fighting-type puts it in this category.

The S-tier Mega Evolutions in Pokemon GO are:

Mega Gengar
Mega Tyranitar
Mega Blaziken
Mega Rayquaza
Mega Lucario

A-tier

The Pocket Monsters in this level are considered among the best attackers of only one elemental type. They are as follows:

Mega Y Charizard
Mega Sceptile
Mega Alakazam
Mega Swampert
Mega Diancie
Mega Latios
Mega Latias
Mega Gardevoir
Mega Garchomp
Mega Manectric
Mega Pinsir

B-tier

B-Tier Mega Evolutions are those that can be used in case you don't have S or A-tier raid attackers. They are:

Mega Banette
Mega Houndoom
Mega Aerodactyl
Mega Scizor
Mega Gyarados
Mega Venusaur
Mega X Charizard
Mega Salamence

C-tier

Critters in this section of the Pokemon GO Mega Evolution tier list are effective mostly for their value in generating bonuses such as added catch Candy. However, they also have some offensive presence. They are: