Pokechill Tier List (2026): Every Pokemon Ranked S to D

What Is a Tier List in Pokechill?

A tier list is a ranked breakdown of every Pokemon in the game, ordered by how useful they are across the full game — from early zones all the way through Raids and the Elite Four. In Pokechill, where battles run automatically and your team composition does the heavy lifting, knowing which Pokemon are worth investing in can save you hours of grinding.

Unlike competitive Pokemon formats where a single move or ability can flip the meta overnight, Pokechill's tier list is more stable. The rankings here reflect overall performance in the semi-idle environment: how well a Pokemon handles automated battles, how its typing holds up across diverse zones, and whether its stats justify the investment in IVs and Genetics.

I've structured this list into five tiers — S through D — based on real gameplay across all content. Let's get into it.

How We Rank: Tier Criteria

Every Pokemon on this list was evaluated across five dimensions:

S Tier — The Absolute Best

These Pokemon are the backbone of every top-performing team. They excel in automated battles, cover multiple types, and scale beautifully into endgame Raids. If you can get one, invest in it.

A Tier — Strong & Reliable

A-tier Pokemon are excellent choices that will carry you through most of the game. They may have a notable weakness or require more investment than S-tier picks, but they're absolutely worth building.

B Tier — Solid Choices

B-tier Pokemon are dependable mid-game options. They won't carry you through endgame Raids alone, but they fill important type coverage gaps and perform well with good IVs.

Starter Pokemon Tier List

Choosing your starter is the first major decision in Pokechill. Here's how they stack up:

Want the full breakdown of every evolution level? Check our complete Pokechill Evolution Chart →

Best Team Compositions in Pokechill

In Pokechill, your team of six does the fighting while you manage strategy. Here are three proven compositions for different playstyles:

How IVs & Genetics Change the Meta

Individual Values (IVs) are hidden stats ranging from 0 to 31 for each of the six stat categories. A Pokemon with 31 IVs in Speed will always be faster than the same species with 10 IVs — sometimes by a significant margin in automated battles.

The Genetics system is what separates casual players from optimizers. It lets you transfer IVs, moves, and even Shiny status between compatible Pokemon. Compatibility is highest between Pokemon of the same evolutionary line, and decent between same-type Pokemon.

For endgame content (level 90+ zones, T2 Raids), the game actively requires strong type advantages and good IVs. A B-tier Pokemon with perfect IVs can outperform an S-tier Pokemon with poor IVs in specific matchups.

You can track your Pokemon's progress and IV optimization on the Pokechill page on IncrementalDB , where the community shares strategies and reviews.

Final Thoughts

The Pokechill tier list isn't about gatekeeping — it's about helping you make informed decisions with your time. The game is genuinely fun at every tier, and a well-built B-tier team with great IVs will outperform a lazy S-tier team any day.

My personal recommendation: start with Froakie, grind toward Gyarados early (the Magikarp payoff is real), and save your Genetics resources for your top three Pokemon. Once you hit the Elite Four, the endgame opens up in ways that make all the grinding feel worth it.

This list will be updated as the game continues to evolve — the developer patches frequently, and the meta can shift with each update. Check back for the latest rankings.