Pineco

🎯 Best Counters Against Pineco

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
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	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231

📖 Complete Pineco Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Pineco (#204) is a Bug-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,268 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Pineco has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Pineco in 2026.

📊 Pineco Stats Analysis

Pineco's Attack stat is 108 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Pineco may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 122 Defense (Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 367. Trainers should be mindful of Pineco's limited bulk. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Pineco's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Pineco Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Pineco depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Gyro Ball (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. Pineco has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Pineco PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Pineco 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 Bug typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Ground, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Flying, Rock types.

Master League

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

💪 Pineco Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Pineco's effectiveness depends on its typing and 108 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Pineco use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Pineco in Pokémon GO

Pineco 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 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Pineco Evolution Guide

Pineco is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Pineco (#204) ← current
• Forretress (#205) — 50 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

😈 Shadow Pineco

Shadow Pineco is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Pineco's effective Attack becomes ~130. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Pineco in Pokémon GO

Shiny Pineco 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

Pineco gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (733 - 791 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Pineco

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