Pichu

🎯 Best Counters Against Pichu

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
2	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
3	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
4	Mamoswine	Ice Ground	247	146	242	3,808
5	Ursaluna	Ground Normal	243	181	277	4,410
6	Rhyperior	Ground Rock	241	190	251	4,271
7	Krookodile	Ground Dark	229	158	216	3,485
8	Rhydon	Ground Rock	222	171	233	3,637
9	Golurk	Ground Ghost	222	154	205	3,265
10	Donphan	Ground	214	185	207	3,447

📖 Complete Pichu Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Pichu (#172) is a Electric-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 542 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Pichu has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Pichu in 2026.

📊 Pichu Stats Analysis

Pichu's Attack stat is 77 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Pichu may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 53 Defense (Below Average) and 85 Stamina (Below Average), the total stat product is 215. Trainers should be mindful of Pichu's limited bulk. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Pichu's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Pichu Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Pichu depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Thunder Shock (Fast) with Thunderbolt (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. Pichu has 1 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Pichu PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Pichu 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 Electric typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Flying, Steel-type threats while being weak to Ground types.

Master League

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

💪 Pichu Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Pichu's effectiveness depends on its typing and 77 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Pichu use Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Pichu in Pokémon GO

Pichu 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 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Pichu Evolution Guide

Pichu is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Pichu (#172) ← current
• Pikachu (#025) — 25 Candy
• Raichu (#026) — 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 Pichu in Pokémon GO

Shiny Pichu 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

Pichu gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (300 - 338 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K 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 Pichu

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