Clefable

🎯 Best Counters Against Clefable

Top Pokémon to use when battling Clefable in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
3	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
4	Naganadel	Poison Dragon	263	159	177	3,630
5	Gengar	Ghost Poison	261	149	155	3,292
6	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686
7	Metagross	Steel Psychic	257	228	190	4,337
8	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
9	Solgaleo	Psychic Steel	255	191	264	4,625
10	Genesect	Bug Steel	252	199	174	3,836

📖 Complete Clefable Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Clefable (#036) is a Fairy-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,788 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Clefable can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Clefable in 2026.

📊 Clefable Stats Analysis

Clefable's Attack stat is 178 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Clefable to contribute meaningful damage.

With 162 Defense (Good) and 216 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 556. This gives Clefable reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fairy-type Pokémon, Clefable's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Clefable Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Clefable depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Charge Beam (Fast) with Dazzling Gleam (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. Clefable has 5 Fast Attacks and 6 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Clefable has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Clefable PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Clefable 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 Fairy typing provides useful matchups against Dragon, Fighting, Bug-type threats while being weak to Poison, Steel types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Clefable reaches 2,437 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.

Master League

In Master League, Clefable faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Clefable Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Clefable's effectiveness depends on its typing and 178 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Clefable use Poison, Steel-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Clefable in Pokémon GO

Clefable can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Clefable Evolution Guide

Clefable is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Cleffa (#173)
• Clefairy (#035) — 25 Candy
• Clefable (#036) ← current — 50 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Clefable in Pokémon GO

Shiny Clefable 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

Clefable gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,653 - 1,741 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
• 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 Clefable

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.