Phanpy

🎯 Best Counters Against Phanpy

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
3	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
4	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
5	Baxcalibur	Dragon Ice	254	168	229	4,061
6	Volcanion	Fire Water	252	216	190	4,151
7	Tapu Bulu	Grass Fairy	249	215	172	3,912
8	Mamoswine	Ice Ground	247	146	242	3,808
9	Kyurem	Dragon Ice	246	170	245	4,090
10	Sharpedo	Water Dark	243	83	172	2,495

📖 Complete Phanpy Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Phanpy (#231) is a Ground-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,380 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Phanpy has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Phanpy in 2026.

📊 Phanpy Stats Analysis

Phanpy's Attack stat is 107 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Phanpy may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 98 Defense (Below Average) and 207 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 412. This gives Phanpy reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ground-type Pokémon, Phanpy's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Phanpy Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Phanpy depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Bulldoze (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. Phanpy has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Phanpy PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Phanpy 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 Ground typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Poison, Rock-type threats while being weak to Water, Grass, Ice types.

Master League

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

💪 Phanpy Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Phanpy's effectiveness depends on its typing and 107 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Phanpy use Water, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Phanpy in Pokémon GO

Phanpy 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.

🔄 Phanpy Evolution Guide

Phanpy is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Phanpy (#231) ← current
• Donphan (#232) — 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 Phanpy in Pokémon GO

Shiny Phanpy 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

Phanpy gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (799 - 862 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 Phanpy

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