Best Pokemon Tools in Pokemon TCG Pocket, ranked

In Pokemon TCG Pocket, every card counts — especially when you're limited to a 20-card deck. Among the various categories of cards, Pokemon Tools offer strategic advantages that can turn the tide of a match when used wisely. Though there are currently only seven Pokemon Tools in the game, each brings its unique strengths and trade-offs.

Here’s a breakdown of the seven available Pokemon Tools in the latest release of Pokemon TCG Pocket, ranked from least to most effective.

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Pokemon TCG Pocket: Top Pokemon Tools to use

7) Lum Berry

Lum Berry as seen in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Effect: Removes all Special Conditions from the attached Pokemon at the end of your turn, then discards itself.

Though Lum Berry protects from a variety of Special Conditions like Poison, Paralysis, or Burn, its value is often overshadowed by more efficient alternatives. Cards like Pokemon Center Lady or Big Malasada can achieve similar results without occupying a crucial Tool slot.

Additionally, you could even evolve or bench Pokemon to heal Special Conditions. Given the limited space in your deck, most players find better uses for their card slots.

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6) Beastite

Beastite as seen in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Effect: The Ultra Beast this card is attached to deals +10 damage for each Prize card you’ve taken.

When handled properly, Beastite has enormous potential. Your Ultra Beast's damage is permanently increased by 10 for each Prize card you've claimed (as long as the tool is attached). Beastite consistently delivers in comparison to Giovanni or Red, for example, who only offer one-turn boosts.

Better yet, it can stack with those very Trainers cards to stack more damage. Its only drawback is that it only functions with Ultra Beasts, of which there are currently only ten, and not all of them can fully utilize this tool’s potential.

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5) Electrical Cord

Electrical Cord as seen in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Effect: If the attached Lightning Pokemon is Active and Knocked Out by damage, move 2 Lightning Energy from it — attaching one to each of two Benched Pokemon.

For lightning decks, the Electrical Cord is a tactical advantage. You can transfer two of the Energy from a Lightning-type Pokemon that has been knocked out in the Active Spot to your Benched Pokemon.

This keeps the tempo steady and encourages expensive or discard-heavy moves, which are typical of Lightning attackers. It helps maintain offensive pressure even in the face of a knockout and is particularly useful in the early and mid-game.

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4) Poison Barb

Poison Barb as seen in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Effect: If the attached Pokemon is Active and takes damage, the attacking Pokemon is poisoned.

Poison Barb provides an intriguing layer of disruption, applying a lingering poison effect that chips away at the opponent’s health. The persistent nature of Poison (dealing 10 damage after each turn) can gradually wear down opponents, even if your own Pokemon retreats or the Tool is removed.

However, 10 damage per turn often isn’t significant enough to make a major difference, especially since many run counters to status effects. It is disruptive, no doubt, but it is relatively less impactful.

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3) Leaf Cape

Leaf Cape as seen in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Effect: Grants +30 HP to a Grass-type Pokemon.

Leaf Cape's great in decks that focus on Grass Pokemon. The 30 HP can for sure make a difference, especially for cards like Decidueye ex (you go from 170 HP to 200 HP) and Venusaur ex (190 HP to 220 HP). This added bulk allows these Pokemon to stay on the field longer, especially when paired with healing cards like Lillie or Erika.

Unfortunately, you can only use this tool with Grass Pokemon, which limits the flexibility of its use across other decks.

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2) Rocky Helmet

Rocky Helmet as seen in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Effect: If the attached Pokemon is Active and takes damage, the attacker receives 20 damage.

A popular pick in many decks, Rocky Helmet is both offensive and defensive. It punishes opponents for attacking, dealing 20 damage back to each target each time. The chip damage stacks well with other abilities like Counterattack or Rough Skin, making it more punishing with the piled return damage.

Its universal compatibility and ability to apply pressure make it an unquestionable staple card within competitive play.

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1) Giant Cape

Giant Cape as seen in the game (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Effect: Grants +20 HP to any Pokemon, regardless of type.

Topping the list is Giant Cape, thanks to its unmatched versatility and strategic value. Sure, it provides 10 less HP than Leaf Cape, but its universal applicability makes it far more useful.

A card like Arceus ex, with 140 HP, can survive Mewtwo ex’s 150-damage attack by equipping Giant Cape — a critical difference that can decide the outcome of a match. Its ability to fit seamlessly into any deck type cements Giant Cape as the best Tool currently available in Pokemon TCG Pocket.

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