What is Grotle's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Grotle's maximum CP is 2,162 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Grotle good in Pokémon GO?

Grotle has 157 Attack, 143 Defense, and 181 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Grotle be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Grotle is available in Pokémon GO.

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Turtwig Torterra

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

1,018 - 1,080 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

1,273 - 1,350 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

2,143 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

1,018 - 1,080 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

764 - 810 CP

Grotle

#388 · Sinnoh

Grass

☁️ Sunny Boost

Base Stats

Attack 157

Defense 143

Stamina 181

Total: 481

Pokémon Info

Max CP	2,162
Generation	Sinnoh (Gen 4)
Buddy Distance	3km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	😈 Yes

About Grotle

Grotle is a Grass-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,162 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Grotle has base stats of 157 Attack, 143 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 481.

Grotle can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Grotle is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.

In Sunny weather, Grotle receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Grotle is 3km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

Turtwig

#387

→

🍬 25

Grotle

#388

→

🍬 100

Torterra

#389

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Bite	Dark	6	+4	12.0	-	-	-
Razor Leaf STAB	Grass	13	+7	13.0	-	-	-

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	PvP Pwr	PvP Nrg
Energy Ball STAB	Grass	90	-55	-	90	-55
Solar Beam STAB	Grass	180	-100	-	150	-80
Body Slam	Normal	50	-35	-	60	-35

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Grotle takes increased damage from these types:

Fire 1.6×

Ice 1.6×

Poison 1.6×

Flying 1.6×

Bug 1.6×

Resistances

Grotle takes reduced damage from these types:

Water 0.625×

Electric 0.625×

Grass 0.625×

Ground 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Grotle

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
6	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
7	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
8	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
9	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
10	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338

🏆 Grotle PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	0	14	15	31	1,499
2	0	15	13	31	1,496
3	0	15	14	31	1,499
4	1	14	13	31	1,500
5	0	10	14	32	1,500
6	0	13	10	32	1,499
7	2	15	15	30	1,498
8	0	14	9	32	1,500
9	0	15	8	32	1,500
10	0	13	15	31	1,494

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	2,143

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Grotle IV Chart

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)	1,620	810	1,080	1,350	1,890	2,143
98% (15/15/14)	1,616	808	1,077	1,346	1,885	2,137
96% (15/14/15)	1,615	807	1,076	1,346	1,884	2,136
93% (14/14/14)	1,601	800	1,067	1,334	1,868	2,118
91% (15/13/13)	1,601	800	1,067	1,334	1,868	2,118
87% (13/13/13)	1,583	791	1,055	1,319	1,847	2,094
82% (12/12/12)	1,564	782	1,043	1,304	1,825	2,069
80% (10/15/15)	1,573	786	1,048	1,311	1,835	2,081
67% (10/10/10)	1,528	764	1,018	1,273	1,783	2,021
0% (0/0/0)	1,352	676	901	1,126	1,577	1,788

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Grotle with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	2,143 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	1,890 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	1,018 - 1,080 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	1,273 - 1,350 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	1,018 - 1,080 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	764 - 810 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Grotle with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	26	26	1,890
2	1,890	27	1,890
3	1,890	28	1,890
4	1,890	29	1,890
5	254	30	1,620
6	1,890	31	1,890
7	1,890	32	1,890
8	1,890	33	1,890
9	1,890	34	1,890
10	540	35	1,755
11	1,890	36	1,890
12	1,890	37	1,890
13	1,890	38	1,890
14	1,890	39	1,890
15	810	40	1,890
16	1,890	41	1,890
17	1,890	42	1,890
18	1,890	43	1,890
19	1,890	44	1,890
20	1,080	45	2,021
21	1,890	46	1,890
22	1,890	47	1,890
23	1,890	48	1,890
24	1,890	49	1,890
25	1,350	50	2,143

📖 Complete Grotle Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Grotle (#388) is a Grass-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,162 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Grotle can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Grotle in 2026.

📊 Grotle Stats Analysis

Grotle's Attack stat is 157 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Grotle may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 143 Defense (Good) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 481. This gives Grotle reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Grotle's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Grotle Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Grotle depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bite (Fast) with Energy Ball (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. Grotle has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Grotle PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Grotle 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 Grass typing provides useful matchups against Water, Electric, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Ice, Poison types.

Master League

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

💪 Grotle Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Grotle's effectiveness depends on its typing and 157 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Grotle use Fire, Ice-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Grotle in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Grotle Evolution Guide

Grotle is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

Turtwig (#387)
Grotle (#388) ← current — 25 Candy
Torterra (#389) — 100 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

😈 Shadow Grotle

Shadow Grotle is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Grotle's effective Attack becomes ~188. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Grotle in Pokémon GO

Shiny Grotle 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

Grotle gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,273 - 1,350 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 Grotle

Q: What is Grotle's max CP?
A: 2,143 CP at Level 50, or 1,890 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Grotle good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.

Q: Can Grotle be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Grotle is available.

Q: What is Grotle weak to?
A: Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Bite + Energy Ball for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Grass Grass-Type 🗺️ Sinnoh 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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