Can I use Pokémon HOME for free?
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Yes, you can use Pokémon HOME for free, with the free version allowing you to store up to 30 Pokémon and 3 Pokémon in the Wonder Box, although with some limitations compared to the premium subscription. The free version of Pokémon HOME provides a basic set of features that enable you to store, trade, and transfer Pokémon across different games, including the mainline Pokémon series and Pokémon Go.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
What is Pokémon HOME?
Pokémon HOME is a cloud-based service that allows you to store, trade, and transfer Pokémon across different games, including the mainline Pokémon series and Pokémon Go.
How much is Pokémon HOME free?
Pokémon HOME is a free-to-access service, but it also offers a premium plan with additional features.
What happens if you don’t pay for Pokémon HOME?
If your Pokémon HOME subscription lapses, your Pokémon will remain unharmed, but you’ll lose access to some features and only be able to access a single box of 30 Pokémon.
Features and Limitations
Do you have to pay to transfer Pokémon to Pokémon HOME?
No, you don’t need a Nintendo Switch Online membership or a Pokémon HOME Premium Plan to transfer Pokémon.
How do I transfer Pokémon from bank to home for free?
To transfer Pokémon from Pokémon Bank to Pokémon HOME for free, select Move Pokémon to Pokémon HOME from the main menu in Pokémon Bank, then follow the on-screen instructions.
What’s the difference between free and premium Pokémon HOME?
The main difference between the free and premium versions of Pokémon HOME is the number of Pokémon you can store and the features you can access.
Pokémon Bank and Pokémon HOME
Do you still have to pay for Pokémon Bank?
No, Pokémon Bank is now free to use, following the discontinuation of the Nintendo eShop service for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.
What is the difference between Pokémon Bank and Pokémon HOME?
Pokémon Bank is only for 3DS handheld Pokémon RPG main games, while Pokémon HOME is for Pokémon Bank, Pokémon Go, Pokémon Let’s Go, Pokémon Sword and Shield, and more.
Pokémon Storage and Transfer
Does Pokémon HOME have a limit?
Yes, a regular Pokémon HOME account can store up to 30 Pokémon and only has one Basic Box.
Can I store more Pokémon in Pokémon HOME?
With a premium subscription, you can store more Pokémon and access additional features.
Does Pokémon HOME take your Pokémon?
No, Pokémon HOME is a cloud service designed to store and manage your Pokémon, not take them away.
Pokémon HOME Subscription and Refund
Will my Pokémon be deleted from Pokémon HOME?
If your subscription lapses, you won’t be able to view or withdraw any Pokémon that are not in your Basic Box.
Can I refund Pokémon HOME?
No, refunds are not available for Pokémon HOME subscriptions.
Do you lose Pokémon if home expires?
If your Pokémon HOME subscription expires, you won’t lose your Pokémon, but you’ll lose access to some features.
Other Information
Is Pokémon Bank still available after March 2023?
Pokémon Bank will no longer be available for purchase after March 2023, but you can still use it if you have a paid Pokémon HOME Premium Plan.
Do you get a free Pikachu with Pokémon HOME?
Yes, when you start Pokémon HOME, you’ll receive a free Pikachu as a gift.
How many Pokémon are there in total?
There are 1021 fictional species of Pokémon in the franchise.
What’s the point of Pokémon HOME?
Pokémon HOME is a cloud service that allows you to move Pokémon between compatible games, trade Pokémon on the go, collect Pokémon HOME Points, receive special Mystery Gift Pokémon, and more.
Are there any Pokémon that are not allowed in Pokémon HOME?
Yes, some Pokémon, such as Partner Pikachu, Partner Eevee, and fused forms of Necrozma, Kyurem, and Calyrex, cannot be transferred to Pokémon HOME.
What happens if you put a hacked Pokémon in Pokémon HOME?
If you put a hacked Pokémon in Pokémon HOME, it may become a “Bad Egg” and permanently take up a spot in your Pokémon HOME.
Can two people use the same Pokémon HOME?
No, Pokémon HOME can only be linked to one Nintendo Account at a time.