Pokemon Go players can use Magnetic Lure Modules to increase the spawn rate of specific types of Pokemon and trigger certain special evolutions in the game.
Niantic’s game has different types of Lure Modules available, each with different characteristics and effects. In this case, Magnetic Lure Modules are used to attract Electric, Steel, and Rock-type Pokemon to a PokeStop for a limited amount of time, as well as to trigger a few specific evolutions.
If you’re wondering how to get a Magnetic Lure Module in Pokemon Go, or you’ve got one and want to know the best time to use it, then we’ve got all the details you need below.
How to get a Magnetic Lure Module in Pokemon Go
The easiest way to get a Magnetic Lure Module in Pokemon Go is to purchase it for 200 PokeCoins from the in-game shop.
Naturally, the easiest way to acquire such PokeCoins is to buy them with real money. However, you can also earn them for free by placing Pokemon in a Gym that’s controlled by your team (more on that here).
It’s also possible to get Magnetic Lure Modules as rewards for completing Special Research stories or Timed Research tasks.
Which Pokemon need a Magnetic Lure Module to evolve?
There are three Pokemon that can evolve using this module:
| FROM | TO | REQUIREMENTS |
|---|---|---|
| Magneton | Magnezone | 100 Candy + active Magnetic Lure Module |
| Nosepass | Probopass | 50 Candy + active Magnetic Lure Module |
| Charjabug | Vikavolt | 100 Candy + active Magnetic Lure Module |
To evolve these Pokemon, you’ll need to be near a PokeStop that has a Magnetic Lure Module placed on it. You can do this yourself or find one that another trainer has placed on a PokeStop.
Remember that the Lure’s time is limited, so once you find a PokeStop with an active Magnetic Lure Module, you must be quick. Also, make sure you have enough Candy to trigger the evolution you want.
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Which Pokemon spawn with Magnetic Lure Modules?
Currently, these are the Pokemon with increased spawn rates around this type of Lure Module:
- Pikachu
- Alolan Geodude
- Magnemite
- Voltorb
- Electrode
- Jolteon
- Nosepass
- Aron
- Beldum
- Joltik
How to use a Magnetic Lure
The only way players can use a Magnetic Lure Module in Pokemon Go is by following these steps:
- Open Pokemon Go.
- Go to the closest PokeStop and tap on it.
- Once the Photo Disc opens, tap on the Lure Module icon on top of it.
- Select a Magnetic Lure Module and put it on the Photo Disc.
- Get ready for some hunting.
How long do Magnetic Lures last?
Similar to other Lures, the Magnetic Lure Module’s effect lasts for 30 minutes straight or more during special events.
For example, during the upcoming Pokemon Go City Safari events, Lure Modules will last for four hours each.
Best way to use Magnetic Lures
Because you can buy a Magnetic Lure Module from the store or get it as a reward, you shouldn’t stress too much about how or when you use the item.
However, if you do want to be smart about it, wait to activate your Magnetic Lure Module until you have all three Pokemon mentioned above with all the required Candy.
More so, make sure the Pokemon you are going to evolve have good IVs, mainly Magnezone, as it is one of the best Electric-type Pokemon you can use in competitive mode or to take down Team Go Rocket bosses like Sierra, Arlo, and Cliff.
That’s everything you need to know about Magnetic Lure Modules. Check out some other Pokemon Go guides, including our guide on upcoming events and the current Raid boss line-up.