Machoke

🎯 Best Counters Against Machoke

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
7	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
8	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626

📖 Complete Machoke Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Machoke (#067) is a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,324 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Machoke can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Machoke in 2026.

📊 Machoke Stats Analysis

Machoke's Attack stat is 177 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Machoke to contribute meaningful damage.

With 125 Defense (Average) and 190 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 492. This gives Machoke reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Machoke's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Machoke Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Machoke depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Low Kick (Fast) with Submission (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. Machoke has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Machoke has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Machoke PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Machoke 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 Fighting typing provides useful matchups against Bug, Rock, Dark-type threats while being weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Machoke reaches 2,031 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Machoke Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Machoke's effectiveness depends on its typing and 177 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Machoke use Flying, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Machoke in Pokémon GO

Machoke 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.

🔄 Machoke Evolution Guide

Machoke is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Machop (#066)
• Machoke (#067) ← current — 25 Candy
• Machamp (#068) — 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 Machoke

Shadow Machoke is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Machoke's effective Attack becomes ~212. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Machoke in Pokémon GO

Shiny Machoke 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

Machoke gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,370 - 1,451 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 Machoke

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