A Magnetic Lure Module in Pokémon GO is a special type of Lure that both attracts certain Pokémon types to a PokéStop and enables specific evolutions when you stand near it.

What does a Magnetic Lure Module do?

  • It works like an upgraded Lure you attach to a PokéStop in Pokémon GO.
  • For 30 minutes, it increases spawns around that PokéStop, but with a twist: it focuses on Electric‑, Steel‑, and Rock‑type Pokémon rather than random types.
  • Its effect is shared: any player in range of that PokéStop sees and can catch the extra Pokémon.

Think of it like a stationary “type‑themed Incense” stuck to a PokéStop, boosting specific Pokémon for everyone nearby.

Evolution effects

The Magnetic Lure Module is also an evolution requirement for certain Pokémon in Pokémon GO.

When you stand within the lure’s radius at an active Magnetic Lure, you can evolve:

  1. Magneton → Magnezone.
  1. Nosepass → Probopass.
  1. Charjabug → Vikavolt.

You still need the usual Candy cost, but the evolution button only appears if you are within range of an active Magnetic Lure Module on a PokéStop.

How to use a Magnetic Lure Module

  • Go to a PokéStop and open its photo disc screen.
  • Tap the small module slot/button above the disc, select the Magnetic Lure Module, and confirm.
  • For the next 30 minutes (longer during some events), that stop will show a special metallic effect and spawn extra Electric, Steel, and Rock types.
  • Stay within the stop’s radius to catch the themed Pokémon and trigger the special evolutions.

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Feature What it does
Item type Special Lure Module for PokéStops in Pokémon GO
Duration Usually 30 minutes per use (can be longer in some events)
Spawn effect Attracts Electric, Steel, and Rock-type Pokémon to that PokéStop
Who benefits All players in range of the PokéStop, not just the one who placed it
Special evolutions Allows Magneton → Magnezone, Nosepass → Probopass, Charjabug → Vikavolt when in range
Usage requirement Must be attached to a PokéStop; player must stay within its radius to benefit
**TL;DR:** A Magnetic Lure Module boosts Electric/Steel/Rock spawns at a PokéStop for 30 minutes and is required to evolve certain Pokémon like Magneton, Nosepass, and Charjabug when you are standing in its radius.

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