Lotad

🎯 Best Counters Against Lotad

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
3	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
4	Eternatus	Poison Dragon	278	192	268	5,067
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
7	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
8	Naganadel	Poison Dragon	263	159	177	3,630
9	Gengar	Ghost Poison	261	149	155	3,292
10	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686

📖 Complete Lotad Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Lotad (#270) is a Water/Grass-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 684 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Lotad has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Lotad in 2026.

📊 Lotad Stats Analysis

Lotad's Attack stat is 71 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Lotad may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 77 Defense (Below Average) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 268. Trainers should be mindful of Lotad's limited bulk. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Lotad's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Lotad Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Lotad depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Water Gun (Fast) with Bubble Beam (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. Lotad has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Lotad PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

Master League

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

💪 Lotad Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Lotad's effectiveness depends on its typing and 71 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Lotad use Poison, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Lotad in Pokémon GO

Lotad 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.

🔄 Lotad Evolution Guide

Lotad is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Lotad (#270) ← current
• Lombre (#271) — 25 Candy
• Ludicolo (#272) — 100 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Lotad in Pokémon GO

Shiny Lotad 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

Lotad gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (384 - 427 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 Lotad

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