Cradily

🎯 Best Counters Against Cradily

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
3	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
4	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
5	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
6	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
7	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686
8	Mienshao	Fighting	258	127	163	3,101
9	Metagross	Steel Psychic	257	228	190	4,337
10	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711

📖 Complete Cradily Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Cradily (#346) is a Rock/Grass-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,529 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Cradily can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Cradily in 2026.

📊 Cradily Stats Analysis

Cradily's Attack stat is 152 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Cradily may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 194 Defense (Excellent) and 200 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 546. This gives Cradily reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Cradily's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Cradily Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Cradily depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Acid (Fast) with Grass Knot (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. Cradily has 3 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Cradily PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Cradily 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 Rock/Grass typing provides useful matchups against Normal, Electric-type threats while being weak to Fighting, Steel, Ice types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Cradily reaches 2,211 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.

Master League

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

💪 Cradily Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Cradily's effectiveness depends on its typing and 152 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Cradily use Fighting, Steel-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Cradily in Pokémon GO

Cradily 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.

🔄 Cradily Evolution Guide

Cradily is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Lileep (#345)
• Cradily (#346) ← 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.

😈 Shadow Cradily

Shadow Cradily is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Cradily's effective Attack becomes ~182. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Cradily in Pokémon GO

Shiny Cradily 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

Cradily gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,495 - 1,579 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 50K 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 Cradily

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