
| Max CP | 3,200 |
| Generation | Unova (Gen 5) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Bouffalant is a Normal-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,200 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Bouffalant has base stats of 195 Attack, 182 Defense, and 216 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 593.
Bouffalant can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Partly Cloudy weather, Bouffalant receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Bouffalant is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 12 | +10 | 10.9 | - | - | - |
| Mud Shot | Ground | 5 | +7 | 8.3 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megahorn | Bug | 110 | -55 | - | 110 | -55 |
| Stomp STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Skull Bash STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Earthquake | Ground | 140 | -65 | - | 120 | -65 |
Bouffalant takes increased damage from these types:
Bouffalant takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Bouffalant in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 3 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 4 |
| Fighting Poison | 259 | 158 | 190 | 3,686 |
| 5 |
| Fighting | 258 | 127 | 163 | 3,101 |
| 6 |
| Fighting | 243 | 158 | 233 | 3,818 |
| 7 |
| Grass Fighting | 241 | 144 | 155 | 3,007 |
| 8 |
| Fire Fighting | 240 | 141 | 190 | 3,258 |
| 9 |
| Psychic Fighting | 237 | 195 | 169 | 3,539 |
| 10 |
| Fighting Steel | 236 | 144 | 172 | 3,092 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 20 | 1,496 |
| 2 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 20 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 3 | 14 | 14 | 20 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 3 | 15 | 12 | 20 | 1,497 |
| 5 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 20 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 4 | 15 | 10 | 20 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 20 | 1,492 |
| 8 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 20 | 1,495 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 20 | 1,488 |
| 10 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 20 | 1,492 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 37 | 2,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 38 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 38 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 38 | 2,496 |
| 5 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 37 | 2,493 |
| 6 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 37 | 2,499 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 37 | 2,486 |
| 8 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 38 | 2,492 |
| 9 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 38 | 2,498 |
| 10 | 1 | 10 | 14 | 38 | 2,499 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 2,398 | 1,199 | 1,598 | 1,998 | 2,797 | 3,172 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,393 | 1,196 | 1,595 | 1,994 | 2,791 | 3,165 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,392 | 1,196 | 1,594 | 1,993 | 2,790 | 3,164 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,375 | 1,187 | 1,583 | 1,979 | 2,771 | 3,142 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,375 | 1,187 | 1,583 | 1,979 | 2,771 | 3,142 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,353 | 1,176 | 1,568 | 1,960 | 2,745 | 3,112 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,330 | 1,165 | 1,553 | 1,942 | 2,719 | 3,082 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,341 | 1,170 | 1,560 | 1,950 | 2,731 | 3,096 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,286 | 1,143 | 1,524 | 1,905 | 2,667 | 3,024 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,069 | 1,034 | 1,379 | 1,724 | 2,414 | 2,737 |
Important CP values for Bouffalant with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,172 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,797 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,524 - 1,598 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,905 - 1,998 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,524 - 1,598 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,143 - 1,199 CP |
Maximum CP for Bouffalant with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39 | 26 | 2,797 |
| 2 | 2,797 | 27 | 2,797 |
| 3 | 2,797 | 28 | 2,797 |
| 4 | 2,797 | 29 | 2,797 |
| 5 | 377 | 30 | 2,398 |
| 6 | 2,797 | 31 | 2,797 |
| 7 | 2,797 | 32 | 2,797 |
| 8 | 2,797 | 33 | 2,797 |
| 9 | 2,797 | 34 | 2,797 |
| 10 | 799 | 35 | 2,598 |
| 11 | 2,797 | 36 | 2,797 |
| 12 | 2,797 | 37 | 2,797 |
| 13 | 2,797 | 38 | 2,797 |
| 14 | 2,797 | 39 | 2,797 |
| 15 | 1,199 | 40 | 2,797 |
| 16 | 2,797 | 41 | 2,797 |
| 17 | 2,797 | 42 | 2,797 |
| 18 | 2,797 | 43 | 2,797 |
| 19 | 2,797 | 44 | 2,797 |
| 20 | 1,598 | 45 | 2,992 |
| 21 | 2,797 | 46 | 2,797 |
| 22 | 2,797 | 47 | 2,797 |
| 23 | 2,797 | 48 | 2,797 |
| 24 | 2,797 | 49 | 2,797 |
| 25 | 1,998 | 50 | 3,172 |
Bouffalant (#626) is a Normal-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,200 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Bouffalant is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Bouffalant in 2026.
Bouffalant's Attack stat is 195 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Bouffalant to contribute meaningful damage.
With 182 Defense (Excellent) and 216 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 593. This gives Bouffalant reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Normal-type Pokémon, Bouffalant's stat distribution is balanced.
The best moveset for Bouffalant depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Zen Headbutt (Fast) with Megahorn (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. Bouffalant has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Bouffalant 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 Normal typing provides useful matchups against Ghost-type threats while being weak to Fighting types.
In Master League, Bouffalant faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
Bouffalant appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Fighting-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Bouffalant at Level 20 (1,524 - 1,598 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (1,905 - 1,998 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,598 CP.
Bouffalant 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 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Shiny Bouffalant 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.
Bouffalant gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,905 - 1,998 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Bouffalant's max CP?
A: 3,172 CP at Level 50, or 2,797 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Bouffalant good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Bouffalant be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Bouffalant is available.
Q: What is Bouffalant weak to?
A: Fighting-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Zen Headbutt + Megahorn for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.