
| Max CP | 3,618 |
| Generation | Alola (Gen 7) |
| Buddy Distance | 1km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Golisopod is a Bug/Water-type Pokémon from Alola (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,618 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Golisopod has base stats of 218 Attack, 226 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 625.
With a strong Defense stat of 226, Golisopod is a solid defensive choice for gym defense and PvP battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Rainy weather, Golisopod receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Golisopod is 1km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fury Cutter STAB | Bug | 3 | +6 | 7.5 | - | - | - |
| Metal Claw | Steel | 8 | +6 | 11.4 | - | - | - |
| Waterfall STAB | Water | 16 | +8 | 13.3 | - | - | - |
| Shadow Claw | Ghost | 9 | +6 | 12.9 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X Scissor | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Aqua Jet | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Aerial Ace | Flying | 55 | -33 | - | 55 | -40 |
| Liquidation | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Razor Shell | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Golisopod takes increased damage from these types:
Golisopod takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Golisopod in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 3 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 5 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Flying | 263 | 198 | 209 | 4,338 |
| 8 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 9 |
| Bug Electric | 254 | 158 | 184 | 3,566 |
| 10 |
| Electric Flying | 253 | 185 | 207 | 4,035 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 18 | 1,498 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 8 | 18 | 1,497 |
| 5 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 6 | 15 | 18 | 1,496 |
| 7 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 18 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 18 | 1,495 |
| 9 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 10 | 0 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 1,497 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 9 | 30 | 2,497 |
| 2 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 30 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 11 | 30 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 4 | 15 | 15 | 29 | 2,497 |
| 5 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 30 | 2,496 |
| 6 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 30 | 2,498 |
| 7 | 0 | 9 | 14 | 30 | 2,498 |
| 8 | 0 | 14 | 9 | 30 | 2,492 |
| 9 | 0 | 14 | 10 | 30 | 2,498 |
| 10 | 1 | 6 | 15 | 30 | 2,500 |
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) | 2,711 | 1,355 | 1,807 | 2,259 | 3,162 | 3,586 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,704 | 1,352 | 1,802 | 2,253 | 3,154 | 3,576 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,705 | 1,352 | 1,803 | 2,254 | 3,156 | 3,578 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,687 | 1,343 | 1,791 | 2,239 | 3,134 | 3,554 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,686 | 1,343 | 1,790 | 2,238 | 3,133 | 3,552 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,663 | 1,331 | 1,775 | 2,219 | 3,106 | 3,522 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,639 | 1,319 | 1,759 | 2,199 | 3,078 | 3,490 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,653 | 1,326 | 1,768 | 2,210 | 3,094 | 3,509 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,591 | 1,295 | 1,727 | 2,159 | 3,023 | 3,427 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,360 | 1,180 | 1,573 | 1,967 | 2,753 | 3,122 |
Important CP values for Golisopod with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,586 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,162 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,727 - 1,807 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,159 - 2,259 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,727 - 1,807 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,295 - 1,355 CP |
Maximum CP for Golisopod with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44 | 26 | 3,162 |
| 2 | 3,162 | 27 | 3,162 |
| 3 | 3,162 | 28 | 3,162 |
| 4 | 3,162 | 29 | 3,162 |
| 5 | 426 | 30 | 2,711 |
| 6 | 3,162 | 31 | 3,162 |
| 7 | 3,162 | 32 | 3,162 |
| 8 | 3,162 | 33 | 3,162 |
| 9 | 3,162 | 34 | 3,162 |
| 10 | 903 | 35 | 2,936 |
| 11 | 3,162 | 36 | 3,162 |
| 12 | 3,162 | 37 | 3,162 |
| 13 | 3,162 | 38 | 3,162 |
| 14 | 3,162 | 39 | 3,162 |
| 15 | 1,355 | 40 | 3,162 |
| 16 | 3,162 | 41 | 3,162 |
| 17 | 3,162 | 42 | 3,162 |
| 18 | 3,162 | 43 | 3,162 |
| 19 | 3,162 | 44 | 3,162 |
| 20 | 1,807 | 45 | 3,382 |
| 21 | 3,162 | 46 | 3,162 |
| 22 | 3,162 | 47 | 3,162 |
| 23 | 3,162 | 48 | 3,162 |
| 24 | 3,162 | 49 | 3,162 |
| 25 | 2,259 | 50 | 3,586 |
Golisopod (#768) is a Bug/Water-type Pokémon from the Alola region (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,618 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Golisopod is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Golisopod in 2026.
Golisopod's Attack stat is 218 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Golisopod a strong damage dealer.
With 226 Defense (Excellent) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 625. This gives Golisopod reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Golisopod's stat distribution is balanced.
The best moveset for Golisopod depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Fury Cutter (Fast) with X Scissor (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. Golisopod has 4 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Golisopod 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 Bug/Water typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Ground, Water-type threats while being weak to Flying, Rock, Electric types.
With 3,586 CP at Level 50, Golisopod is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Golisopod appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Flying, Rock, Electric-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Golisopod at Level 20 (1,727 - 1,807 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,159 - 2,259 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,807 CP.
Golisopod 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 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Golisopod 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 Golisopod 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.
Golisopod gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,159 - 2,259 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.
Q: What is Golisopod's max CP?
A: 3,586 CP at Level 50, or 3,162 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Golisopod good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Golisopod be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Golisopod is available.
Q: What is Golisopod weak to?
A: Flying, Rock, Electric-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Fury Cutter + X Scissor for optimal DPS.
Updated June 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.