Alola Geodude

🎯 Best Counters Against Alola Geodude

Top Pokémon to use when battling Alola Geodude in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
3	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
4	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
7	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
8	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
9	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
10	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686

📖 Complete Alola Geodude Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Alola Geodude (#074) is a Rock/Electric-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,479 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Alola Geodude has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Alola Geodude in 2026.

📊 Alola Geodude Stats Analysis

Alola Geodude's Attack stat is 132 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Alola Geodude may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 132 Defense (Average) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 384. Trainers should be mindful of Alola Geodude's limited bulk. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Alola Geodude's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Alola Geodude Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Alola Geodude depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Rock Throw (Fast) with Rock Slide (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Alola Geodude has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Alola Geodude PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Alola Geodude can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Rock/Electric typing provides useful matchups against Flying, Normal, Fire-type threats while being weak to Ground, Water, Grass types.

Master League

In Master League, Alola Geodude faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Alola Geodude Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Alola Geodude's effectiveness depends on its typing and 132 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Alola Geodude use Ground, Water-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Alola Geodude in Pokémon GO

Alola Geodude can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Partly Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Alola Geodude Evolution Guide

Alola Geodude is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Geodude (#074) ← current
• Graveler (#075) — 25 Candy
• Golem (#076) — 100 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

😈 Shadow Alola Geodude

Shadow Alola Geodude is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Alola Geodude's effective Attack becomes ~158. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Alola Geodude in Pokémon GO

Shiny Alola Geodude is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Alola Geodude gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (860 - 923 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Alola Geodude

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.