Pokémon HOME is a special app that enables Trainers to continue their Pokémon adventures beyond a single game system and manage their collection of Pokémon across many of their games. Pokémon HOME is available now on Nintendo Switch, iPhone and iPad (App Store), and Android (Google Play) devices.
What Is the Difference Between the Nintendo Switch and Smart Device Versions of Pokémon HOME?
Applies to: Nintendo Switch Family, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch – OLED Model
Please review the information below to verify which features are available on each version.
| Feature | Nintendo Switch Version | Mobile Phone Version |
|---|---|---|
| Move Pokémon with Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | YES | NO |
| Move Pokémon with Pokémon Legends: Arceus | YES | NO |
| Move Pokémon with Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | YES | NO |
| Move Pokémon with Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield | YES | NO |
| Move Pokémon with Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee! | YES | NO |
| Move Pokémon with Pokémon GO | NO | YES |
| Move Pokémon with Pokémon Bank* | YES | YES |
| Judge Pokémon* | YES | YES |
| Trade Pokémon | NO | YES |
| Receive Mystery Gifts | NO | YES |
| Check Battle Data | NO | YES |
| Check News | NO | YES |
| Exchange Pokémon HOME Points for BP (Battle Points) | YES | NO |
*A Premium Plan subscription is required to use this feature.
Please note that some features may not be available to all users in accordance with Pokémon HOME’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.
Source: Nintendo Support
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