
| Max CP | 2,670 |
| Generation | Kanto (Gen 1) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | 😈 Yes |
Electabuzz is a Electric-type Pokémon from Kanto (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,670 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Electabuzz has base stats of 198 Attack, 158 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 519.
Electabuzz can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Electabuzz is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.
In Rainy weather, Electabuzz receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Electabuzz is 5km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunder Shock STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Low Kick STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunder Punch STAB | Electric | 45 | -33 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Thunderbolt STAB | Electric | 80 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Thunder STAB | Electric | 100 | -60 | - | 100 | -60 |
Electabuzz takes increased damage from these types:
Electabuzz takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Electabuzz in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 2 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 3 |
| Ground Steel | 255 | 129 | 242 | 3,711 |
| 4 |
| Ice Ground | 247 | 146 | 242 | 3,808 |
| 5 |
| Ground Normal | 243 | 181 | 277 | 4,410 |
| 6 |
| Ground Rock | 241 | 190 | 251 | 4,271 |
| 7 |
| Ground Dark | 229 | 158 | 216 | 3,485 |
| 8 |
| Ground Rock | 222 | 171 | 233 | 3,637 |
| 9 |
| Ground Ghost | 222 | 154 | 205 | 3,265 |
| 10 |
| Ground | 214 | 185 | 207 | 3,447 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 24 | 1,495 |
| 2 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 3 | 2 | 15 | 13 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 4 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 5 | 3 | 14 | 13 | 24 | 1,497 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 24 | 1,488 |
| 7 | 4 | 13 | 13 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 8 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 24 | 1,491 |
| 9 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 10 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 25 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,497 |
| 2 | 4 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,496 |
| 3 | 6 | 15 | 14 | 49 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,485 |
| 5 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,490 |
| 6 | 4 | 13 | 15 | 50 | 2,495 |
| 7 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,483 |
| 8 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,490 |
| 9 | 4 | 14 | 13 | 50 | 2,488 |
| 10 | 4 | 14 | 14 | 50 | 2,495 |
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) | 2,001 | 1,000 | 1,333 | 1,667 | 2,334 | 2,646 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,995 | 997 | 1,330 | 1,662 | 2,327 | 2,639 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,995 | 997 | 1,330 | 1,662 | 2,327 | 2,639 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,980 | 990 | 1,320 | 1,650 | 2,310 | 2,619 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,978 | 989 | 1,318 | 1,648 | 2,307 | 2,616 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,959 | 979 | 1,306 | 1,633 | 2,286 | 2,592 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,939 | 969 | 1,292 | 1,615 | 2,262 | 2,565 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,954 | 977 | 1,302 | 1,628 | 2,279 | 2,584 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,898 | 949 | 1,265 | 1,581 | 2,214 | 2,511 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,701 | 850 | 1,134 | 1,417 | 1,984 | 2,250 |
Important CP values for Electabuzz with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,646 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,334 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,265 - 1,333 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,581 - 1,667 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,265 - 1,333 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 949 - 1,000 CP |
Maximum CP for Electabuzz with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 26 | 2,334 |
| 2 | 2,334 | 27 | 2,334 |
| 3 | 2,334 | 28 | 2,334 |
| 4 | 2,334 | 29 | 2,334 |
| 5 | 314 | 30 | 2,001 |
| 6 | 2,334 | 31 | 2,334 |
| 7 | 2,334 | 32 | 2,334 |
| 8 | 2,334 | 33 | 2,334 |
| 9 | 2,334 | 34 | 2,334 |
| 10 | 667 | 35 | 2,167 |
| 11 | 2,334 | 36 | 2,334 |
| 12 | 2,334 | 37 | 2,334 |
| 13 | 2,334 | 38 | 2,334 |
| 14 | 2,334 | 39 | 2,334 |
| 15 | 1,000 | 40 | 2,334 |
| 16 | 2,334 | 41 | 2,334 |
| 17 | 2,334 | 42 | 2,334 |
| 18 | 2,334 | 43 | 2,334 |
| 19 | 2,334 | 44 | 2,334 |
| 20 | 1,333 | 45 | 2,496 |
| 21 | 2,334 | 46 | 2,334 |
| 22 | 2,334 | 47 | 2,334 |
| 23 | 2,334 | 48 | 2,334 |
| 24 | 2,334 | 49 | 2,334 |
| 25 | 1,667 | 50 | 2,646 |
Electabuzz (#125) is a Electric-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,670 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Electabuzz can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Electabuzz in 2026.
Electabuzz's Attack stat is 198 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Electabuzz to contribute meaningful damage.
With 158 Defense (Good) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 519. This gives Electabuzz reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Electabuzz's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Electabuzz depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Thunder Shock (Fast) with Thunder Punch (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. Electabuzz has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Electabuzz 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 Electric typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Flying, Steel-type threats while being weak to Ground types.
In Ultra League, Electabuzz reaches 2,334 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Electabuzz faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Electabuzz's effectiveness depends on its typing and 198 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Electabuzz use Ground-type moves.
Electabuzz can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Electabuzz is part of a 3-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.
Shadow Electabuzz is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Electabuzz's effective Attack becomes ~238. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.
Shiny Electabuzz 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.
Electabuzz gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,581 - 1,667 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Electabuzz's max CP?
A: 2,646 CP at Level 50, or 2,334 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Electabuzz good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Electabuzz be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Electabuzz is available.
Q: What is Electabuzz weak to?
A: Ground-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Thunder Shock + Thunder Punch for optimal DPS.
Updated June 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.