
| Max CP | 3,577 |
| Generation | Sinnoh (Gen 4) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Glaceon is a Ice-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,577 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Glaceon has base stats of 238 Attack, 205 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 606.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 238, Glaceon is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Snow weather, Glaceon receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Glaceon is 5km per candy.









| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Shard STAB | Ice | 12 | +12 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Frost Breath 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avalanche STAB | Ice | 90 | -45 | - | 90 | -45 |
| Icy Wind STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Ice Beam STAB | Ice | 90 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Last Resort ELITE STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Water Pulse ELITE STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Glaceon takes increased damage from these types:
Glaceon takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Glaceon in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 2 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 3 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 4 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 5 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 6 |
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 9 |
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 10 |
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 1,498 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 12 | 18 | 1,496 |
| 4 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 12 | 12 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 18 | 1,494 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 1,497 |
| 9 | 2 | 13 | 10 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 2 | 15 | 8 | 18 | 1,498 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 30 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 30 | 2,498 |
| 3 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 30 | 2,494 |
| 4 | 1 | 13 | 12 | 30 | 2,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 30 | 2,497 |
| 6 | 0 | 10 | 15 | 30 | 2,492 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 30 | 2,493 |
| 8 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 30 | 2,497 |
| 9 | 1 | 14 | 11 | 30 | 2,497 |
| 10 | 6 | 15 | 15 | 29 | 2,498 |
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) | 2,680 | 1,340 | 1,786 | 2,233 | 3,126 | 3,545 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,672 | 1,336 | 1,781 | 2,227 | 3,118 | 3,535 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,674 | 1,337 | 1,782 | 2,228 | 3,119 | 3,537 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,656 | 1,328 | 1,770 | 2,213 | 3,098 | 3,513 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,653 | 1,326 | 1,768 | 2,210 | 3,095 | 3,509 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,632 | 1,316 | 1,754 | 2,193 | 3,070 | 3,481 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,608 | 1,304 | 1,738 | 2,173 | 3,042 | 3,449 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,627 | 1,313 | 1,751 | 2,189 | 3,065 | 3,475 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,560 | 1,280 | 1,706 | 2,133 | 2,987 | 3,387 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,329 | 1,164 | 1,552 | 1,940 | 2,717 | 3,080 |
Important CP values for Glaceon with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,545 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,126 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,706 - 1,786 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,133 - 2,233 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,706 - 1,786 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,280 - 1,340 CP |
Maximum CP for Glaceon with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44 | 26 | 3,126 |
| 2 | 3,126 | 27 | 3,126 |
| 3 | 3,126 | 28 | 3,126 |
| 4 | 3,126 | 29 | 3,126 |
| 5 | 421 | 30 | 2,680 |
| 6 | 3,126 | 31 | 3,126 |
| 7 | 3,126 | 32 | 3,126 |
| 8 | 3,126 | 33 | 3,126 |
| 9 | 3,126 | 34 | 3,126 |
| 10 | 893 | 35 | 2,903 |
| 11 | 3,126 | 36 | 3,126 |
| 12 | 3,126 | 37 | 3,126 |
| 13 | 3,126 | 38 | 3,126 |
| 14 | 3,126 | 39 | 3,126 |
| 15 | 1,340 | 40 | 3,126 |
| 16 | 3,126 | 41 | 3,126 |
| 17 | 3,126 | 42 | 3,126 |
| 18 | 3,126 | 43 | 3,126 |
| 19 | 3,126 | 44 | 3,126 |
| 20 | 1,786 | 45 | 3,344 |
| 21 | 3,126 | 46 | 3,126 |
| 22 | 3,126 | 47 | 3,126 |
| 23 | 3,126 | 48 | 3,126 |
| 24 | 3,126 | 49 | 3,126 |
| 25 | 2,233 | 50 | 3,545 |
Glaceon (#471) is a Ice-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,577 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Glaceon is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Glaceon in 2026.
Glaceon's Attack stat is 238 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Glaceon a strong damage dealer.
With 205 Defense (Excellent) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 606. This gives Glaceon reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ice-type Pokémon, Glaceon's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Glaceon depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Ice Shard (Fast) with Avalanche (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. Glaceon has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Glaceon has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
In Great League, Glaceon 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 Ice typing provides useful matchups against Ice-type threats while being weak to Fire, Fighting, Rock types.
With 3,545 CP at Level 50, Glaceon is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Glaceon appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Fire, Fighting, Rock-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Glaceon at Level 20 (1,706 - 1,786 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,133 - 2,233 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,786 CP.
Glaceon 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.
Glaceon is part of a 9-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 Glaceon 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.
Glaceon gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,133 - 2,233 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Glaceon's max CP?
A: 3,545 CP at Level 50, or 3,126 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Glaceon good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Glaceon be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Glaceon is available.
Q: What is Glaceon weak to?
A: Fire, Fighting, Rock, Steel-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Ice Shard + Avalanche for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.