
| Max CP | 2,409 |
| Generation | Sinnoh (Gen 4) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Phione is a Water-type Pokémon from Sinnoh (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,409 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Phione has base stats of 162 Attack, 162 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 514.
Phione can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta.
In Rainy weather, Phione receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Phione is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfall STAB | Water | 16 | +8 | 13.3 | - | - | - |
| Bubble STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble Beam STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Water Pulse STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Surf STAB | Water | 65 | -50 | - | 65 | -40 |
Phione takes increased damage from these types:
Phione takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Phione in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 3 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 4 |
| Bug Electric | 254 | 158 | 184 | 3,566 |
| 5 |
| Electric Flying | 253 | 185 | 207 | 4,035 |
| 6 |
| Electric Fairy | 250 | 181 | 172 | 3,625 |
| 7 |
| Electric | 250 | 125 | 190 | 3,207 |
| 8 |
| Electric | 249 | 163 | 181 | 3,523 |
| 9 |
| Grass Fairy | 249 | 215 | 172 | 3,912 |
| 10 |
| Grass Poison | 243 | 185 | 155 | 3,399 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 27 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 27 | 1,496 |
| 3 | 0 | 9 | 11 | 28 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 27 | 1,496 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 4 | 28 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 27 | 1,491 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 27 | 1,486 |
| 8 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 27 | 1,497 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 27 | 1,492 |
| 10 | 3 | 14 | 12 | 27 | 1,499 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,387 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 1,805 | 902 | 1,203 | 1,504 | 2,105 | 2,387 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,800 | 900 | 1,200 | 1,500 | 2,100 | 2,381 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,800 | 900 | 1,199 | 1,499 | 2,099 | 2,380 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,785 | 892 | 1,190 | 1,487 | 2,082 | 2,361 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,786 | 893 | 1,190 | 1,488 | 2,083 | 2,362 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,765 | 882 | 1,177 | 1,471 | 2,060 | 2,335 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,746 | 873 | 1,164 | 1,455 | 2,037 | 2,310 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,754 | 877 | 1,169 | 1,461 | 2,046 | 2,320 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,707 | 853 | 1,138 | 1,423 | 1,992 | 2,259 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,521 | 760 | 1,014 | 1,267 | 1,775 | 2,012 |
Important CP values for Phione with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,387 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,105 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,138 - 1,203 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,423 - 1,504 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,138 - 1,203 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 853 - 902 CP |
Maximum CP for Phione with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 26 | 2,105 |
| 2 | 2,105 | 27 | 2,105 |
| 3 | 2,105 | 28 | 2,105 |
| 4 | 2,105 | 29 | 2,105 |
| 5 | 284 | 30 | 1,805 |
| 6 | 2,105 | 31 | 2,105 |
| 7 | 2,105 | 32 | 2,105 |
| 8 | 2,105 | 33 | 2,105 |
| 9 | 2,105 | 34 | 2,105 |
| 10 | 601 | 35 | 1,955 |
| 11 | 2,105 | 36 | 2,105 |
| 12 | 2,105 | 37 | 2,105 |
| 13 | 2,105 | 38 | 2,105 |
| 14 | 2,105 | 39 | 2,105 |
| 15 | 902 | 40 | 2,105 |
| 16 | 2,105 | 41 | 2,105 |
| 17 | 2,105 | 42 | 2,105 |
| 18 | 2,105 | 43 | 2,105 |
| 19 | 2,105 | 44 | 2,105 |
| 20 | 1,203 | 45 | 2,252 |
| 21 | 2,105 | 46 | 2,105 |
| 22 | 2,105 | 47 | 2,105 |
| 23 | 2,105 | 48 | 2,105 |
| 24 | 2,105 | 49 | 2,105 |
| 25 | 1,504 | 50 | 2,387 |
Phione (#489) is a Water-type Pokémon from the Sinnoh region (Generation 4) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,409 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Phione can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Phione in 2026.
As a Mythical Pokémon, Phione is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It is typically available through Special Research storylines and limited-time events. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Phione's Attack stat is 162 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Phione to contribute meaningful damage.
With 162 Defense (Good) and 190 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 514. This gives Phione reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Phione's stat distribution is balanced.
The best moveset for Phione depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Waterfall (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. Phione has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Phione 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 typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Water, Ice-type threats while being weak to Electric, Grass types.
In Ultra League, Phione reaches 2,105 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.
In Master League, Phione faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
Phione appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Electric, Grass-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Phione at Level 20 (1,138 - 1,203 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (1,423 - 1,504 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,203 CP.
Phione is a Mythical Pokémon typically from Special Research storylines. Mythical Pokémon cannot usually be traded. Stay updated on events for availability.
Shiny Phione is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Phione gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,423 - 1,504 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Phione's max CP?
A: 2,387 CP at Level 50, or 2,105 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Phione good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.
Q: Can Phione be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Phione weak to?
A: Electric, Grass-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Waterfall + Bubble Beam for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.