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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
645 - 694 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
806 - 867 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
1,377 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
645 - 694 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
483 - 520 CP
Koffing Pokemon GO

Koffing

#109 · Kanto
Poison
☁️ Cloudy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 119
Defense 141
Stamina 120
Total: 380

Pokémon Info

Max CP1,389
GenerationKanto (Gen 1)
Buddy Distance3km
Released✅ Yes
Shiny✨ Yes
Shadow😈 Yes

About Koffing

Koffing is a Poison-type Pokémon from Kanto (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,389 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Koffing has base stats of 119 Attack, 141 Defense, and 120 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 380.

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

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

🔄 Evolution Chain

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
TackleNormal5+510.0---
InfestationBug10+149.1---

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

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Sludge STAB------
Sludge Bomb STABPoison80-50-80-50
Dark PulseDark80-50-80-50

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Koffing takes increased damage from these types:

Ground 1.6×
Psychic 1.6×

Resistances

Koffing takes reduced damage from these types:

Fighting 0.625×
Poison 0.625×
Bug 0.625×
Grass 0.625×
Fairy 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Koffing

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

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Deoxys Psychic3451151373,615
2 Mewtwo Psychic3001822144,780
3 Alakazam Psychic2711671463,498
4 Groudon Ground2702282054,708
5 Azelf Psychic2701511813,673
6 Latios Dragon Psychic2682121904,362
7 Espeon Psychic2611751633,626
8 Garchomp Dragon Ground2611932394,532
9 Tapu Lele Psychic Fairy2592081723,998
10 Metagross Steel Psychic2572281904,337

🏆 Koffing PvP IV Rankings

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

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
1151515501,377

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
1151515501,377

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

📋 Koffing IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)1,0415206948671,2141,377
98% (15/15/14)1,0375186918641,2101,371
96% (15/14/15)1,0375186918641,2101,372
93% (14/14/14)1,0265136848551,1971,357
91% (15/13/13)1,0265136848551,1971,358
87% (13/13/13)1,0115056748421,1791,337
82% (12/12/12)9964986648301,1621,318
80% (10/15/15)1,0025016688351,1691,325
67% (10/10/10)9674836458061,1281,279
0% (0/0/0)8284145526909661,096

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)1,377 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)1,214 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)645 - 694 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)806 - 867 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)645 - 694 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)483 - 520 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

LvMax CPLvMax CP
117261,214
21,214271,214
31,214281,214
41,214291,214
5163301,041
61,214311,214
71,214321,214
81,214331,214
91,214341,214
10347351,127
111,214361,214
121,214371,214
131,214381,214
141,214391,214
15520401,214
161,214411,214
171,214421,214
181,214431,214
191,214441,214
20694451,298
211,214461,214
221,214471,214
231,214481,214
241,214491,214
25867501,377

📖 Complete Koffing Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Koffing (#109) is a Poison-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,389 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Koffing has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Koffing in 2026.

📊 Koffing Stats Analysis

Koffing's Attack stat is 119 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Koffing may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 141 Defense (Good) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 380. Trainers should be mindful of Koffing's limited bulk. Compared to other Poison-type Pokémon, Koffing's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Koffing Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Koffing PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Koffing 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 Poison typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Poison, Bug-type threats while being weak to Ground, Psychic types.

Master League

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

💪 Koffing Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Koffing's effectiveness depends on its typing and 119 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Koffing use Ground, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Koffing in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Koffing Evolution Guide

Koffing 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.

😈 Shadow Koffing

Shadow Koffing is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Koffing's effective Attack becomes ~143. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Koffing in Pokémon GO

Shiny Koffing 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

Koffing gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (806 - 867 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 Koffing

Q: What is Koffing's max CP?
A: 1,377 CP at Level 50, or 1,214 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Koffing good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.

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

Q: What is Koffing weak to?
A: Ground, Psychic-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Tackle + Sludge for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Poison Poison-Type 🗺️ Kanto 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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

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