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Beedrill
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 2,112 |
| Generation | Kanto (Gen 1) |
| Buddy Distance | 1km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | 😈 Yes |
About Beedrill
Beedrill is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from Kanto (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,112 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Beedrill has base stats of 169 Attack, 130 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 462.
Beedrill can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Beedrill is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.
In Rainy weather, Beedrill receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Beedrill is 1km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infestation STAB | Bug | 10 | +14 | 9.1 | - | - | - |
| Poison Jab STAB | Poison | 10 | +7 | 12.5 | - | - | - |
| Poison Sting | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Bug Bite ELITE STAB | Bug | 5 | +6 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
💥 Charged Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sludge Bomb STAB | Poison | 80 | -50 | - | 80 | -50 |
| Aerial Ace | Flying | 55 | -33 | - | 55 | -40 |
| X Scissor | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Fell Stinger | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Drill Run ELITE | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Beedrill takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Beedrill takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Beedrill
Top Pokémon to use when battling Beedrill in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Deoxys
| Psychic | 345 | 115 | 137 | 3,615 |
| 2 |
Blacephalon
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
Mewtwo
| Psychic | 300 | 182 | 214 | 4,780 |
| 4 |
Rampardos
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 5 |
Archeops
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 6 |
Rayquaza
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 7 |
Salamence
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 8 |
Reshiram
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 9 |
Alakazam
| Psychic | 271 | 167 | 146 | 3,498 |
| 10 |
Chandelure
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
🏆 Beedrill PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 32 | 1,496 |
| 2 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 32 | 1,497 |
| 3 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 32 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 32 | 1,498 |
| 5 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 33 | 1,499 |
| 6 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 33 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 31 | 1,495 |
| 8 | 0 | 12 | 12 | 33 | 1,497 |
| 9 | 0 | 13 | 11 | 33 | 1,498 |
| 10 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 31 | 1,498 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,093 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Beedrill IV Chart
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 1,582 | 791 | 1,054 | 1,318 | 1,846 | 2,093 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,578 | 789 | 1,052 | 1,315 | 1,841 | 2,087 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,577 | 788 | 1,051 | 1,314 | 1,839 | 2,086 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,564 | 782 | 1,042 | 1,303 | 1,824 | 2,068 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,562 | 781 | 1,041 | 1,302 | 1,823 | 2,067 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,545 | 772 | 1,030 | 1,288 | 1,803 | 2,044 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,527 | 763 | 1,018 | 1,272 | 1,782 | 2,020 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,539 | 769 | 1,026 | 1,282 | 1,796 | 2,036 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,491 | 745 | 994 | 1,242 | 1,739 | 1,972 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,317 | 658 | 877 | 1,097 | 1,536 | 1,742 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Beedrill with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,093 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 1,846 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 994 - 1,054 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,242 - 1,318 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 994 - 1,054 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 745 - 791 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Beedrill with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 26 | 1,846 |
| 2 | 1,846 | 27 | 1,846 |
| 3 | 1,846 | 28 | 1,846 |
| 4 | 1,846 | 29 | 1,846 |
| 5 | 249 | 30 | 1,582 |
| 6 | 1,846 | 31 | 1,846 |
| 7 | 1,846 | 32 | 1,846 |
| 8 | 1,846 | 33 | 1,846 |
| 9 | 1,846 | 34 | 1,846 |
| 10 | 527 | 35 | 1,714 |
| 11 | 1,846 | 36 | 1,846 |
| 12 | 1,846 | 37 | 1,846 |
| 13 | 1,846 | 38 | 1,846 |
| 14 | 1,846 | 39 | 1,846 |
| 15 | 791 | 40 | 1,846 |
| 16 | 1,846 | 41 | 1,846 |
| 17 | 1,846 | 42 | 1,846 |
| 18 | 1,846 | 43 | 1,846 |
| 19 | 1,846 | 44 | 1,846 |
| 20 | 1,054 | 45 | 1,974 |
| 21 | 1,846 | 46 | 1,846 |
| 22 | 1,846 | 47 | 1,846 |
| 23 | 1,846 | 48 | 1,846 |
| 24 | 1,846 | 49 | 1,846 |
| 25 | 1,318 | 50 | 2,093 |
📖 Complete Beedrill Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Beedrill (#015) is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,112 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Beedrill can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Beedrill in 2026.
📊 Beedrill Stats Analysis
Beedrill's Attack stat is 169 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Beedrill to contribute meaningful damage.
With 130 Defense (Average) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 462. This gives Beedrill reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Beedrill's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Beedrill Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Beedrill depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Infestation (Fast) with Sludge Bomb (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. Beedrill has 4 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Beedrill has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
🏆 Beedrill PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Beedrill 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 Bug/Poison typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Grass, Poison-type threats while being weak to Fire, Flying, Rock types.
Master League
In Master League, Beedrill faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Beedrill Raid Guide & Counters
As a raid attacker, Beedrill's effectiveness depends on its typing and 169 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Beedrill use Fire, Flying-type moves.
🎯 How to Get Beedrill in Pokémon GO
Beedrill can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Beedrill Evolution Guide
Beedrill is part of a 3-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
😈 Shadow Beedrill
Shadow Beedrill is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Beedrill's effective Attack becomes ~203. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.
✨ Shiny Beedrill in Pokémon GO
Shiny Beedrill 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
Beedrill gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,242 - 1,318 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 Beedrill
Q: What is Beedrill's max CP?
A: 2,093 CP at Level 50, or 1,846 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Beedrill good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.
Q: Can Beedrill be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Beedrill is available.
Q: What is Beedrill weak to?
A: Fire, Flying, Rock, Psychic-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Infestation + Sludge Bomb for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.