Drifloon

🎯 Best Counters Against Drifloon

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
4	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
5	Darkrai	Dark	285	198	172	4,278
6	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Dragapult	Dragon Ghost	266	170	204	4,041
9	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
10	Gengar	Ghost Poison	261	149	155	3,292

📖 Complete Drifloon Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Drifloon (#425) is a Ghost/Flying-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,369 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Drifloon has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Drifloon in 2026.

📊 Drifloon Stats Analysis

Drifloon's Attack stat is 117 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Drifloon may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 80 Defense (Below Average) and 207 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 404. This gives Drifloon reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Drifloon's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Drifloon Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Drifloon 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. Drifloon has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Drifloon PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Drifloon 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.

Master League

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

💪 Drifloon Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Drifloon's effectiveness depends on its typing and 117 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Drifloon use Ghost, Dark-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Drifloon in Pokémon GO

Drifloon 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.

🔄 Drifloon Evolution Guide

Drifloon is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Drifloon (#425) ← current
• Drifblim (#426) — 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 Drifloon in Pokémon GO

Shiny Drifloon 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

Drifloon gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (791 - 855 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 Drifloon

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