# Magneton - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 5 OverUsed

> Find the best Magneton builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 5 OverUsed. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Magneton Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 5 OverUsed (`bw`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | bw |
| **Usage** | 1% |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Magneton)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw/Magneton
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/bw](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Magneton.

## Common Moves
- **Volt Switch**: 99.992%
- **Flash Cannon**: 99.980%
- **Thunder**: 99.768%
- **Hidden Power Water**: 99.768%

## Common Abilities
- **Magnet Pull**: 100.000%
- **Analytic**: 0.000%
- **Sturdy**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Choice Scarf**: 99.988%
- **Other**: 0.012%

## Common Teammates
- **Jirachi**: 99.806%
- **Politoed**: 99.771%
- **Breloom**: 99.768%
- **Gliscor**: 99.768%
- **Starmie**: 96.629%

## FAQ for Magneton in bw-1760

### What are the top moves for Magneton?
The most common moves for Magneton are Volt Switch, Flash Cannon, Thunder, Hidden Power Water. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Magneton?
Magneton is frequently paired with Jirachi, Politoed, Breloom, Gliscor. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Magneton?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Magneton?
The top build for Magneton features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `4/0/0/252/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 99.768% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Magneton?
Magneton is most effectively run with the ability **Magnet Pull** (100.000%) and the item **Choice Scarf** (99.988%).

### What is the most common role for Magneton?
Based on common item usage (Choice Scarf), Magneton often functions as a **choice-locked attacker** in the bw-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Magneton?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 60 |
| Defense | 95 |
| Sp. Atk | 120 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **465** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Magneton on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Magneton) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/bw) - Build teams with Magneton
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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