Joltik

🎯 Best Counters Against Joltik

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
5	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
6	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
7	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
8	Kleavor	Bug Rock	253	174	172	3,600
9	Volcanion	Fire Water	252	216	190	4,151
10	Moltres	Fire Flying	251	181	207	3,964

📖 Complete Joltik Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Joltik (#595) is a Bug/Electric-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,170 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Joltik has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Joltik in 2026.

📊 Joltik Stats Analysis

Joltik's Attack stat is 110 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Joltik may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 98 Defense (Below Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 345. Trainers should be mindful of Joltik's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Joltik's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Joltik Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Joltik depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Charge Beam (Fast) with Cross Poison (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. Joltik has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Joltik PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Joltik 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/Electric typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Grass, Electric-type threats while being weak to Fire, Rock types.

Master League

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

💪 Joltik Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Joltik's effectiveness depends on its typing and 110 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Joltik use Fire, Rock-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Joltik in Pokémon GO

Joltik 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 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Joltik Evolution Guide

Joltik is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Joltik (#595) ← current
• Galvantula (#596) — 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 Joltik in Pokémon GO

Shiny Joltik 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

Joltik gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (674 - 730 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 Joltik

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