
| Max CP | 2,585 |
| Generation | Hoenn (Gen 3) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Chimecho is a Psychic-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,585 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Chimecho has base stats of 175 Attack, 170 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 526.
Chimecho can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Windy weather, Chimecho receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Chimecho is 5km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extrasensory STAB | Psychic | 12 | +12 | 10.9 | - | - | - |
| Astonish STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Shadow Ball | Ghost | 100 | -55 | - | 100 | -55 |
| Psyshock STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Chimecho takes increased damage from these types:
Chimecho takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Chimecho 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 |
| Dark | 285 | 198 | 172 | 4,278 |
| 4 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 5 |
| Dragon Ghost | 266 | 170 | 204 | 4,041 |
| 6 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 7 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Poison | 261 | 149 | 155 | 3,292 |
| 9 |
| Dark Dragon | 256 | 188 | 211 | 4,147 |
| 10 |
| Psychic Ghost | 255 | 191 | 264 | 4,625 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 25 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 3 | 13 | 14 | 25 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 25 | 1,495 |
| 4 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 25 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 25 | 1,491 |
| 6 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 25 | 1,495 |
| 7 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 26 | 1,500 |
| 8 | 3 | 14 | 13 | 25 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 2 | 15 | 13 | 25 | 1,495 |
| 10 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 26 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,488 |
| 2 | 10 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,494 |
| 3 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 50 | 2,494 |
| 4 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 49 | 2,494 |
| 5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 49 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,495 |
| 7 | 9 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,474 |
| 8 | 9 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,481 |
| 9 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 50 | 2,481 |
| 10 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,487 |
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) | 1,937 | 968 | 1,291 | 1,614 | 2,259 | 2,562 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,932 | 966 | 1,287 | 1,609 | 2,253 | 2,555 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,931 | 965 | 1,287 | 1,609 | 2,253 | 2,555 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,916 | 958 | 1,277 | 1,597 | 2,236 | 2,535 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,916 | 958 | 1,277 | 1,597 | 2,235 | 2,535 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,896 | 948 | 1,264 | 1,580 | 2,212 | 2,508 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,876 | 938 | 1,250 | 1,563 | 2,188 | 2,481 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,886 | 943 | 1,257 | 1,571 | 2,200 | 2,494 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,836 | 918 | 1,224 | 1,530 | 2,142 | 2,429 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,643 | 821 | 1,095 | 1,369 | 1,917 | 2,173 |
Important CP values for Chimecho with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,562 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,259 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,224 - 1,291 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,530 - 1,614 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,224 - 1,291 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 918 - 968 CP |
Maximum CP for Chimecho with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 | 26 | 2,259 |
| 2 | 2,259 | 27 | 2,259 |
| 3 | 2,259 | 28 | 2,259 |
| 4 | 2,259 | 29 | 2,259 |
| 5 | 304 | 30 | 1,937 |
| 6 | 2,259 | 31 | 2,259 |
| 7 | 2,259 | 32 | 2,259 |
| 8 | 2,259 | 33 | 2,259 |
| 9 | 2,259 | 34 | 2,259 |
| 10 | 645 | 35 | 2,098 |
| 11 | 2,259 | 36 | 2,259 |
| 12 | 2,259 | 37 | 2,259 |
| 13 | 2,259 | 38 | 2,259 |
| 14 | 2,259 | 39 | 2,259 |
| 15 | 968 | 40 | 2,259 |
| 16 | 2,259 | 41 | 2,259 |
| 17 | 2,259 | 42 | 2,259 |
| 18 | 2,259 | 43 | 2,259 |
| 19 | 2,259 | 44 | 2,259 |
| 20 | 1,291 | 45 | 2,416 |
| 21 | 2,259 | 46 | 2,259 |
| 22 | 2,259 | 47 | 2,259 |
| 23 | 2,259 | 48 | 2,259 |
| 24 | 2,259 | 49 | 2,259 |
| 25 | 1,614 | 50 | 2,562 |
Chimecho (#358) is a Psychic-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,585 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Chimecho can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Chimecho in 2026.
Chimecho's Attack stat is 175 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Chimecho to contribute meaningful damage.
With 170 Defense (Good) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 526. This gives Chimecho reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Psychic-type Pokémon, Chimecho's stat distribution is balanced.
The best moveset for Chimecho depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Extrasensory (Fast) with Energy Ball (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. Chimecho has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Chimecho 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 Psychic typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Psychic-type threats while being weak to Bug, Ghost, Dark types.
In Ultra League, Chimecho reaches 2,259 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.
In Master League, Chimecho faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Chimecho's effectiveness depends on its typing and 175 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Chimecho use Bug, Ghost-type moves.
Chimecho can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Windy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Chimecho is part of a 2-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.
Shiny Chimecho 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.
Chimecho gets a weather boost in Windy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,530 - 1,614 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Chimecho's max CP?
A: 2,562 CP at Level 50, or 2,259 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Chimecho good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Chimecho be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Chimecho is available.
Q: What is Chimecho weak to?
A: Bug, Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Extrasensory + Energy Ball for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.