
| Max CP | 2,725 |
| Generation | Sinnoh (Gen 4) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Drifblim is a Ghost/Flying-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,725 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Drifblim has base stats of 180 Attack, 102 Defense, and 312 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 594.
Drifblim can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Fog weather, Drifblim receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Drifblim is 5km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hex STAB | Ghost | 10 | +15 | 8.3 | - | - | - |
| Astonish | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ominous Wind | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Icy Wind | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Shadow Ball STAB | Ghost | 100 | -55 | - | 100 | -55 |
| Mystical Fire | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Drifblim takes increased damage from these types:
Drifblim takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Drifblim in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 4 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 5 |
| Dark | 285 | 198 | 172 | 4,278 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 7 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Ghost | 266 | 170 | 204 | 4,041 |
| 9 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 10 |
| Ghost Poison | 261 | 149 | 155 | 3,292 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 24 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 1 | 13 | 14 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 14 | 11 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 7 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 8 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 24 | 1,496 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 8 | 24 | 1,499 |
| 10 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 24 | 1,494 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,493 |
| 2 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,496 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,489 |
| 5 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 49 | 2,499 |
| 6 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 50 | 2,495 |
| 7 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 50 | 2,499 |
| 8 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 50 | 2,492 |
| 9 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 49 | 2,493 |
| 10 | 2 | 15 | 9 | 50 | 2,497 |
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) | 2,042 | 1,021 | 1,361 | 1,701 | 2,382 | 2,701 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,038 | 1,019 | 1,359 | 1,699 | 2,378 | 2,696 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,033 | 1,016 | 1,355 | 1,694 | 2,372 | 2,689 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,019 | 1,009 | 1,346 | 1,683 | 2,356 | 2,671 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,018 | 1,009 | 1,345 | 1,681 | 2,354 | 2,669 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,997 | 998 | 1,331 | 1,664 | 2,330 | 2,642 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,975 | 987 | 1,316 | 1,646 | 2,304 | 2,613 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,989 | 994 | 1,326 | 1,657 | 2,321 | 2,631 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,931 | 965 | 1,287 | 1,609 | 2,253 | 2,555 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,719 | 859 | 1,145 | 1,432 | 2,005 | 2,273 |
Important CP values for Drifblim with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,701 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,382 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,287 - 1,361 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,609 - 1,701 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,287 - 1,361 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 965 - 1,021 CP |
Maximum CP for Drifblim with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 26 | 2,382 |
| 2 | 2,382 | 27 | 2,382 |
| 3 | 2,382 | 28 | 2,382 |
| 4 | 2,382 | 29 | 2,382 |
| 5 | 321 | 30 | 2,042 |
| 6 | 2,382 | 31 | 2,382 |
| 7 | 2,382 | 32 | 2,382 |
| 8 | 2,382 | 33 | 2,382 |
| 9 | 2,382 | 34 | 2,382 |
| 10 | 680 | 35 | 2,212 |
| 11 | 2,382 | 36 | 2,382 |
| 12 | 2,382 | 37 | 2,382 |
| 13 | 2,382 | 38 | 2,382 |
| 14 | 2,382 | 39 | 2,382 |
| 15 | 1,021 | 40 | 2,382 |
| 16 | 2,382 | 41 | 2,382 |
| 17 | 2,382 | 42 | 2,382 |
| 18 | 2,382 | 43 | 2,382 |
| 19 | 2,382 | 44 | 2,382 |
| 20 | 1,361 | 45 | 2,547 |
| 21 | 2,382 | 46 | 2,382 |
| 22 | 2,382 | 47 | 2,382 |
| 23 | 2,382 | 48 | 2,382 |
| 24 | 2,382 | 49 | 2,382 |
| 25 | 1,701 | 50 | 2,701 |
Drifblim (#426) is a Ghost/Flying-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,725 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Drifblim can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Drifblim in 2026.
Drifblim's Attack stat is 180 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Drifblim to contribute meaningful damage.
With 102 Defense (Average) and 312 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 594. This gives Drifblim reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Drifblim's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Drifblim depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Hex (Fast) with Ominous Wind (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. Drifblim has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Drifblim 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 Ghost/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Bug, Normal-type threats while being weak to Ghost, Dark, Electric types.
In Ultra League, Drifblim reaches 2,382 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Drifblim faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Drifblim's effectiveness depends on its typing and 180 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Drifblim use Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Drifblim can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Foggy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Drifblim 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 Drifblim 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.
Drifblim gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,609 - 1,701 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Drifblim's max CP?
A: 2,701 CP at Level 50, or 2,382 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Drifblim good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Drifblim be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Drifblim is available.
Q: What is Drifblim weak to?
A: Ghost, Dark, Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Hex + Ominous Wind for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.