Scizor is easy to overlook in Pokémon GO, but this Pokémon is fantastic in battle. It has great typings that give it only one vulnerability (Fire-type moves) and a long list of resistances. Players need to know the strongest moves to equip the fighter with to take advantage of the power of this Pokémon and other powerful monsters like it.
Best moves for Scizor in Pokémon GO
Scizor is a solely Bug and Steel-type Pokémon, so keeping STAB Attack Bonus in mind, its strongest moves will also be Water and Dragon-type.
Note: Moves with an asterisk (*) benefit from Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) and will deal increased damage.
Scizor best offensive moves
| Charged/Quick | Move Name | Move Type | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick | Fury Cutter* | Bug | 3 | 15 | 9 |
| Charged | Iron Head* | Steel | 60 | -26.3 | 37.9 |
Scizor best defensive moves
| Charged/Quick | Move Name | Move Type | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick | Bullet Punch* | Steel | 9 | 11.1 | 12 |
| Charged | Iron Head* | Steel | 60 | -26.3 | 37.9 |
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All possible Scizor moves in Pokémon GO
Quick Attacks
| Move Name | Move Type | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullet Punch* | Steel | 9 | 11.1 | 12 |
| Fury Cutter* | Bug | 3 | 15 | 9 |
Charged Attacks
| Move Name | Move Type | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Head* | Steel | 60 | -26.3 | 37.9 |
| X-Scissor* | Bug | 45 | -20.6 | 33.8 |
| Night Slash | Dark | 50 | -15 | 22.7 |
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