Pokemon Go Applin evolution guide: How to get Flapple and Appletun

Applin has finally made its debut in Pokemon Go, bringing its unique evolution mechanics to the mobile game. This Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon can evolve into two distinct forms—Flapple and Appletun—but the process isn’t as straightforward as simply collecting Candy.

Here’s everything you need to know about catching Applin and evolving it into its powerful forms in this game.

Pokemon Go Applin evolutions explained

Applin is part of a special group of Pokemon with branched evolutions, meaning it can transform into different forms depending on the items used. Currently, two evolutions are available in Pokemon Go:

- Flapple – A more offensive-oriented evolution

- Appletun – A bulkier, defensive evolution

A third evolution, Dipplin, exists in the main series games, but it hasn’t been introduced in Pokemon Go yet.

How to get Applin in Pokemon Go

Applin was first introduced during the Sweet Discoveries event, which ran from April 24 to April 29, 2025. Currently, you can obtain Applin through the following methods:

- Wild spawns – Applin can appear in the wild.

- Research rewards – Available as a reward from paid Timed Research.

- Apple encounters – Apples found in the wild may also lead to Applin encounters.

Future updates might introduce Applin in raids, eggs, or free research tasks, but for now, these are the only ways to catch it.

How to evolve Applin into Flapple and Appletun


Evolving Applin requires both Candy and special items:

Here’s your table:

Evolution

Candy Required

Item Required



Tips for collecting enough Candy:

- Use Pinap Berries to double Candy from catches.

- Transfer extra Applin to Professor Willow.

- Set Applin as your Buddy to earn Candy while walking.

How to collect apples in Pokemon Go

Apples are a new key item required for Applin’s evolution. Here’s how to get them:

- Wild encounters – Apples can appear while exploring. Tapping them rewards Sweet Apples, Tart Apples, or even Applin encounters.

- Mossy Lure Modules – Increase the chances of finding apples when active.

Key differences between Flapple and Appletun

While both evolutions share the Grass/Dragon typing, they serve different battle roles:


Stat

Flapple (Max CP: 2788)

Appletun (Max CP: 2772)



Move differences:

- Flapple has access to Fly, a Flying-type move.

- Appletun can use Astonish, a Ghost-type move.

- Both share strong Grass and Dragon-type attacks like Bullet Seed, Seed Bomb, Dragon Pulse, and Outrage.

Can Applin, Flapple, and Appletun be Shiny?

Currently, Shiny Applin, Flapple, and Appletun are not available in Pokemon Go. Niantic typically releases Shiny versions later in special events.

When they do arrive, expect their usual red coloring to shift to a green Granny Smith apple theme.

Also read: Flapple vs Appletun in Pokemon GO: Which Applin evolution is better?

That covers everything you need to know about evolving Applin into Flapple and Appletun in Pokemon Go. Keep an eye out for future events that might introduce Shiny variants or new evolution methods!