Eevee is one of the most versatile and beloved Pokémon in Pokémon GO, thanks to its ability to evolve into eight different forms—each with unique strengths and typings. Whether you’re a collector aiming to complete your Pokédex or a battler looking for the perfect Eeveelution for raids and PvP, this guide will walk you through every method to get all of Eevee’s evolutions.
Eevee’s evolutions, often called “Eeveelutions,” span multiple types, making them useful in various scenarios. Here’s a quick overview of all eight:
- Vaporeon (Water-type) – A solid Water attacker for raids.
- Jolteon (Electric-type) – Great for taking down Flying and Water-types.
- Flareon (Fire-type) – A strong Fire-type option if you lack better counters.
- Espeon (Psychic-type) – Excellent for Psychic-type damage in raids and PvP.
- Umbreon (Dark-type) – A tanky defender, perfect for Great and Ultra League.
- Leafeon (Grass-type) – Useful against Water and Ground-types.
- Glaceon (Ice-type) – One of the best Ice attackers for Dragon raids.
- Sylveon (Fairy-type) – A top-tier Fairy-type for Master League and Dragon slaying.
Now, let’s dive into how to get each one.
The Easiest Method: The Name Trick
The quickest way to guarantee a specific Eeveelution is by using the nickname trick. Simply rename your Eevee to one of the following names before evolving it, and you’ll get the corresponding evolution:
- Vaporeon → Rainer
- Jolteon → Sparky
- Flareon → Pyro
- Espeon → Sakura
- Umbreon → Tamao
- Leafeon → Linnea
- Glaceon → Rea
- Sylveon → Kira
Important Note: This trick works only once per evolution type. Once you’ve used a nickname, you’ll need alternative methods for future evolutions.
How to Evolve Eevee Without the Name Trick
1. Vaporeon, Jolteon, and Flareon (Random Evolutions)
If you’ve already used the nickname trick, evolving Eevee with 25 Candy will randomly give you one of these three. There’s no way to control which one you get, so if you need a specific evolution, trading with friends might be your best bet.
2. Espeon and Umbreon (Buddy Walking Method)
For these Psychic and Dark-type evolutions, follow these steps:
- Set Eevee as your Buddy.
- Walk 10 km with it (and earn at least 2 Candy).
- Evolve while it’s still your Buddy:
- Daytime → Espeon
- Nighttime → Umbreon
The game’s sky color will help you determine day or night. If done correctly, the evolution button will show Espeon or Umbreon’s silhouette.
3. Leafeon and Glaceon (Lure Module Method)
These Grass and Ice-types require special Lure Modules:
- Leafeon → Evolve near a Mossy Lure.
- Glaceon → Evolve near a Glacial Lure.
Steps:
- Activate the correct Lure at a PokéStop.
- Stay within range and evolve your Eevee.
- The evolution button will update to show Leafeon or Glaceon.
4. Sylveon (Buddy Hearts Method)
Sylveon, the Fairy-type evolution, requires bonding:
- Set Eevee as your Buddy.
- Earn 70 Buddy Hearts (reach Great Buddy level).
- Hearts are earned by feeding, playing, battling, and taking snapshots.
- Once you have enough hearts, the Sylveon silhouette will appear on the evolve button.
Special Event Evolutions
During Eevee Community Day events, some requirements are reduced:
- Espeon/Umbreon → Only 1 km walking needed.
- Sylveon → Only 7 Buddy Hearts required.
If you’re planning to evolve multiple Eevees, these events are the best time to do it.
Which Eeveelution is the Best?
The “best” Eeveelution depends on your needs:
- PvP (Battle League):
- Umbreon (Great & Ultra League) – Extremely tanky.
- Sylveon (Master League) – Strong against Dragons.
- Raids (PvE):
- Glaceon – Top-tier Ice attacker.
- Espeon – High Psychic DPS.
- All-Around: Sylveon – Great in both PvP and raids.
Can You Get Shiny Eeveelutions?
Yes! Shiny Eevee can be evolved into any Shiny Eeveelution using the same methods. Shiny rates are typically low (around 1 in 450), but events like Community Days increase your chances.
