
| Max CP | 4,066 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Brute Bonnet is a Grass/Dark-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,066 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Brute Bonnet has base stats of 232 Attack, 190 Defense, and 244 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 666.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 232, Brute Bonnet is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Sunny weather, Brute Bonnet receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Brute Bonnet is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Brute Bonnet takes increased damage from these types:
Brute Bonnet takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Brute Bonnet in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 5 |
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 9 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 10 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 14 | 7 | 16 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 16 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 12 | 9 | 16 | 1,497 |
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 16 | 1,496 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 6 | 16 | 1,499 |
| 9 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 1,497 |
| 10 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 16 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 26 | 2,491 |
| 2 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 26 | 2,495 |
| 3 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 26 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 2 | 15 | 13 | 26 | 2,492 |
| 5 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 26 | 2,496 |
| 6 | 3 | 14 | 13 | 26 | 2,496 |
| 7 | 3 | 15 | 12 | 26 | 2,497 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 26 | 2,480 |
| 9 | 4 | 15 | 10 | 26 | 2,498 |
| 10 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 27 | 2,500 |
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) | 3,047 | 1,523 | 2,031 | 2,539 | 3,554 | 4,030 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 3,041 | 1,520 | 2,027 | 2,534 | 3,547 | 4,022 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 3,039 | 1,519 | 2,026 | 2,532 | 3,546 | 4,020 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 3,021 | 1,510 | 2,014 | 2,517 | 3,524 | 3,996 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 3,020 | 1,510 | 2,013 | 2,516 | 3,523 | 3,995 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,996 | 1,498 | 1,997 | 2,496 | 3,495 | 3,962 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,970 | 1,485 | 1,980 | 2,475 | 3,465 | 3,929 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,985 | 1,492 | 1,990 | 2,487 | 3,482 | 3,948 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,920 | 1,460 | 1,946 | 2,433 | 3,406 | 3,862 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,674 | 1,337 | 1,782 | 2,228 | 3,119 | 3,537 |
Important CP values for Brute Bonnet with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 4,030 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,554 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,946 - 2,031 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,433 - 2,539 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,946 - 2,031 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,460 - 1,523 CP |
Maximum CP for Brute Bonnet with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 | 26 | 3,554 |
| 2 | 3,554 | 27 | 3,554 |
| 3 | 3,554 | 28 | 3,554 |
| 4 | 3,554 | 29 | 3,554 |
| 5 | 479 | 30 | 3,047 |
| 6 | 3,554 | 31 | 3,554 |
| 7 | 3,554 | 32 | 3,554 |
| 8 | 3,554 | 33 | 3,554 |
| 9 | 3,554 | 34 | 3,554 |
| 10 | 1,015 | 35 | 3,300 |
| 11 | 3,554 | 36 | 3,554 |
| 12 | 3,554 | 37 | 3,554 |
| 13 | 3,554 | 38 | 3,554 |
| 14 | 3,554 | 39 | 3,554 |
| 15 | 1,523 | 40 | 3,554 |
| 16 | 3,554 | 41 | 3,554 |
| 17 | 3,554 | 42 | 3,554 |
| 18 | 3,554 | 43 | 3,554 |
| 19 | 3,554 | 44 | 3,554 |
| 20 | 2,031 | 45 | 3,801 |
| 21 | 3,554 | 46 | 3,554 |
| 22 | 3,554 | 47 | 3,554 |
| 23 | 3,554 | 48 | 3,554 |
| 24 | 3,554 | 49 | 3,554 |
| 25 | 2,539 | 50 | 4,030 |
Brute Bonnet (#986) is a Grass/Dark-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,066 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Brute Bonnet is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Brute Bonnet in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Brute Bonnet is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Brute Bonnet's Attack stat is 232 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Brute Bonnet a strong damage dealer.
With 190 Defense (Excellent) and 244 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 666. This gives Brute Bonnet reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Brute Bonnet's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Brute Bonnet depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Splash (Fast) with Struggle (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. Brute Bonnet has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.
With 4,030 CP at Level 50, Brute Bonnet is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Brute Bonnet appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Bug, Fire, Ice-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Brute Bonnet at Level 20 (1,946 - 2,031 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,433 - 2,539 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,031 CP.
Brute Bonnet is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
Shiny Brute Bonnet is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Brute Bonnet gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,433 - 2,539 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Brute Bonnet's max CP?
A: 4,030 CP at Level 50, or 3,554 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Brute Bonnet good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Brute Bonnet be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Brute Bonnet weak to?
A: Bug, Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Fighting, Fairy-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Splash + Struggle for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.