
| Max CP | 3,453 |
| Generation | Galar (Gen 8) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Cinderace is a Fire-type Pokémon from Galar (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,453 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Cinderace has base stats of 238 Attack, 163 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 591.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 238, Cinderace is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Sunny weather, Cinderace receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Cinderace is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tackle | Normal | 5 | +5 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Fire Spin STAB | Fire | 14 | +10 | 12.7 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flame Charge STAB | Fire | 70 | -33 | - | 65 | -50 |
| Flamethrower STAB | Fire | 70 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Focus Blast | Fighting | 140 | -75 | - | 150 | -75 |
Cinderace takes increased damage from these types:
Cinderace takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Cinderace in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 2 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 3 |
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 4 |
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 5 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
| Water | 262 | 142 | 172 | 3,391 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 8 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 9 |
| Ground Steel | 255 | 129 | 242 | 3,711 |
| 10 |
| Bug Rock | 253 | 174 | 172 | 3,600 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 19 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 6 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 10 | 10 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 19 | 1,498 |
| 5 | 0 | 7 | 13 | 19 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 1 | 6 | 13 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 8 | 5 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,494 |
| 9 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 10 | 0 | 11 | 8 | 19 | 1,497 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 32 | 2,496 |
| 3 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 31 | 2,495 |
| 4 | 1 | 14 | 12 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 31 | 2,498 |
| 7 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 31 | 2,499 |
| 8 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 32 | 2,493 |
| 9 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 32 | 2,494 |
| 10 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 33 | 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) | 2,587 | 1,293 | 1,724 | 2,156 | 3,018 | 3,422 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,581 | 1,290 | 1,720 | 2,150 | 3,011 | 3,414 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,580 | 1,290 | 1,719 | 2,150 | 3,010 | 3,412 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,563 | 1,281 | 1,708 | 2,136 | 2,990 | 3,391 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,560 | 1,280 | 1,706 | 2,133 | 2,986 | 3,386 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,540 | 1,270 | 1,693 | 2,116 | 2,963 | 3,359 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,516 | 1,258 | 1,677 | 2,096 | 2,935 | 3,328 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,536 | 1,268 | 1,690 | 2,113 | 2,958 | 3,354 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,469 | 1,234 | 1,646 | 2,058 | 2,881 | 3,266 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,242 | 1,121 | 1,494 | 1,868 | 2,615 | 2,966 |
Important CP values for Cinderace with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,422 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,018 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,646 - 1,724 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,058 - 2,156 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,646 - 1,724 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,234 - 1,293 CP |
Maximum CP for Cinderace with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 | 26 | 3,018 |
| 2 | 3,018 | 27 | 3,018 |
| 3 | 3,018 | 28 | 3,018 |
| 4 | 3,018 | 29 | 3,018 |
| 5 | 407 | 30 | 2,587 |
| 6 | 3,018 | 31 | 3,018 |
| 7 | 3,018 | 32 | 3,018 |
| 8 | 3,018 | 33 | 3,018 |
| 9 | 3,018 | 34 | 3,018 |
| 10 | 862 | 35 | 2,802 |
| 11 | 3,018 | 36 | 3,018 |
| 12 | 3,018 | 37 | 3,018 |
| 13 | 3,018 | 38 | 3,018 |
| 14 | 3,018 | 39 | 3,018 |
| 15 | 1,293 | 40 | 3,018 |
| 16 | 3,018 | 41 | 3,018 |
| 17 | 3,018 | 42 | 3,018 |
| 18 | 3,018 | 43 | 3,018 |
| 19 | 3,018 | 44 | 3,018 |
| 20 | 1,724 | 45 | 3,228 |
| 21 | 3,018 | 46 | 3,018 |
| 22 | 3,018 | 47 | 3,018 |
| 23 | 3,018 | 48 | 3,018 |
| 24 | 3,018 | 49 | 3,018 |
| 25 | 2,156 | 50 | 3,422 |
Cinderace (#815) is a Fire-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,453 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Cinderace is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Cinderace in 2026.
Cinderace's Attack stat is 238 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Cinderace a strong damage dealer.
With 163 Defense (Good) and 190 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 591. This gives Cinderace reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fire-type Pokémon, Cinderace's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Cinderace depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Flame Charge (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. Cinderace has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Cinderace 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 Fire typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Grass, Ice-type threats while being weak to Water, Ground, Rock types.
In Master League, Cinderace faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
Cinderace appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Water, Ground, Rock-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Cinderace at Level 20 (1,646 - 1,724 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,058 - 2,156 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,724 CP.
Cinderace can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Cinderace 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.
Shiny Cinderace is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Cinderace gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,058 - 2,156 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Cinderace's max CP?
A: 3,422 CP at Level 50, or 3,018 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Cinderace good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Cinderace be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Cinderace weak to?
A: Water, Ground, Rock-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Tackle + Flame Charge for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.