Mienfoo

🎯 Best Counters Against Mienfoo

Top Pokémon to use when battling Mienfoo 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 Mienfoo Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Mienfoo (#619) is a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,589 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Mienfoo has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Mienfoo in 2026.

📊 Mienfoo Stats Analysis

Mienfoo's Attack stat is 160 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Mienfoo may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 98 Defense (Below Average) and 128 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 386. Trainers should be mindful of Mienfoo's limited bulk. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Mienfoo's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Mienfoo Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Mienfoo depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Low Kick (Fast) with Brick Break (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. Mienfoo has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Mienfoo has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Mienfoo PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Mienfoo 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.

Master League

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

💪 Mienfoo Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Mienfoo's effectiveness depends on its typing and 160 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Mienfoo use Flying, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Mienfoo in Pokémon GO

Mienfoo 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.

🔄 Mienfoo Evolution Guide

Mienfoo is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Mienfoo (#619) ← current
• Mienshao (#620) — 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 Mienfoo in Pokémon GO

Shiny Mienfoo 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

Mienfoo gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (925 - 992 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 Mienfoo

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