Glimmet

🎯 Best Counters Against Glimmet

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
3	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
4	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
5	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
6	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
7	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
8	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
9	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
10	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362

📖 Complete Glimmet Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Glimmet (#969) is a Rock/Poison-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,921 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Glimmet has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Glimmet in 2026.

📊 Glimmet Stats Analysis

Glimmet's Attack stat is 187 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Glimmet to contribute meaningful damage.

With 104 Defense (Average) and 134 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 425. Trainers should be mindful of Glimmet's limited bulk. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Glimmet's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Glimmet Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Glimmet depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Rock Throw (Fast) with Dazzling Gleam (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. Glimmet has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Glimmet PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Glimmet 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 Rock/Poison typing provides useful matchups against Poison, Normal, Fire-type threats while being weak to Ground, Water, Steel types.

Master League

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

💪 Glimmet Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Glimmet's effectiveness depends on its typing and 187 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Glimmet use Ground, Water-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Glimmet in Pokémon GO

Glimmet can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Partly Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Glimmet Evolution Guide

Glimmet is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Glimmet (#969) ← current
• Glimmora (#970) — 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 Glimmet in Pokémon GO

Shiny Glimmet 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

Glimmet gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,126 - 1,199 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 50K 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 Glimmet

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