Jumpluff

🎯 Best Counters Against Jumpluff

Top Pokémon to use when battling Jumpluff 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	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

📖 Complete Jumpluff Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Jumpluff (#189) is a Grass/Flying-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,872 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Jumpluff has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Jumpluff in 2026.

📊 Jumpluff Stats Analysis

Jumpluff's Attack stat is 118 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Jumpluff may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 183 Defense (Excellent) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 482. This gives Jumpluff reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Jumpluff's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Jumpluff Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Jumpluff depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Infestation (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. Jumpluff has 3 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Jumpluff has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Jumpluff PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Jumpluff 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/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ground, Grass, Water-type threats while being weak to Ice, Fire, Poison types.

Master League

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

💪 Jumpluff Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Jumpluff's effectiveness depends on its typing and 118 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Jumpluff use Ice, Fire-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Jumpluff in Pokémon GO

Jumpluff 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.

🔄 Jumpluff Evolution Guide

Jumpluff is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Hoppip (#187)
• Skiploom (#188) — 25 Candy
• Jumpluff (#189) ← current — 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 Jumpluff

Shadow Jumpluff is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Jumpluff's effective Attack becomes ~142. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Jumpluff in Pokémon GO

Shiny Jumpluff 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

Jumpluff gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,096 - 1,168 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 Jumpluff

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