Cufant

🎯 Best Counters Against Cufant

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
4	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
7	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
8	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
9	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
10	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686

📖 Complete Cufant Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Cufant (#878) is a Steel-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,575 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Cufant has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Cufant in 2026.

📊 Cufant Stats Analysis

Cufant's Attack stat is 140 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Cufant may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 91 Defense (Below Average) and 176 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 407. This gives Cufant reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Steel-type Pokémon, Cufant's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Cufant Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Cufant depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Iron Head (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. Cufant has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Cufant PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Cufant 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 Steel typing provides useful matchups against Poison, Normal, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Fighting, Ground types.

Master League

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

💪 Cufant Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Cufant's effectiveness depends on its typing and 140 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Cufant use Fire, Fighting-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Cufant in Pokémon GO

Cufant can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Snow weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Cufant Evolution Guide

Cufant is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Cufant (#878) ← current
• Copperajah (#879) — 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 Cufant in Pokémon GO

Shiny Cufant is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Cufant gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (917 - 983 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Cufant

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