
| Max CP | 2,346 |
| Generation | Johto (Gen 2) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Qwilfish is a Water/Poison-type Pokémon from Johto (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,346 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Qwilfish has base stats of 184 Attack, 138 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 485.
Qwilfish can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Rainy weather, Qwilfish receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Qwilfish is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poison Sting STAB | Poison | 4 | +6 | 8.0 | 12.0 | 2.0 | 4.5 |
| Water Gun STAB | Water | 5 | +5 | 10.0 | 10.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Tail STAB | Water | 50 | -33 | 25.0 | 55 | -35 |
| Ice Beam | Ice | 95 | -50 | 27.1 | 90 | -55 |
| Sludge Wave STAB | Poison | 105 | -100 | 35.0 | 110 | -65 |
| Acid Spray STAB | Poison | 20 | -50 | 6.7 | 20 | -45 |
| Fell Stinger | Bug | 45 | -33 | 22.5 | 20 | -35 |
| Scald STAB | Water | 75 | -50 | 21.4 | 85 | -50 |
Qwilfish takes increased damage from these types:
Qwilfish takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Qwilfish in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Psychic | 345 | 115 | 137 | 3,615 |
| 2 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 3 |
| Psychic | 300 | 182 | 214 | 4,780 |
| 4 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 5 |
| Psychic | 271 | 167 | 146 | 3,498 |
| 6 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 7 |
| Psychic | 270 | 151 | 181 | 3,673 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Psychic | 268 | 212 | 190 | 4,362 |
| 9 |
| Psychic | 261 | 175 | 163 | 3,626 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 28 | 1,498 |
| 2 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 28 | 1,498 |
| 3 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 28 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 28 | 1,495 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 28 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 28 | 1,499 |
| 7 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 28 | 1,493 |
| 8 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 28 | 1,497 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 28 | 1,499 |
| 10 | 1 | 10 | 14 | 28 | 1,496 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,325 |
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) | 1,758 | 879 | 1,172 | 1,465 | 2,051 | 2,325 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,753 | 876 | 1,168 | 1,460 | 2,045 | 2,319 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,752 | 876 | 1,168 | 1,460 | 2,044 | 2,318 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,738 | 869 | 1,159 | 1,448 | 2,028 | 2,299 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,736 | 868 | 1,157 | 1,447 | 2,026 | 2,297 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,719 | 859 | 1,146 | 1,432 | 2,005 | 2,274 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,700 | 850 | 1,133 | 1,416 | 1,983 | 2,248 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,714 | 857 | 1,142 | 1,428 | 1,999 | 2,267 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,661 | 830 | 1,107 | 1,384 | 1,938 | 2,198 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,477 | 738 | 984 | 1,231 | 1,723 | 1,954 |
Important CP values for Qwilfish with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,325 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,051 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,107 - 1,172 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,384 - 1,465 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,107 - 1,172 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 830 - 879 CP |
Maximum CP for Qwilfish with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 26 | 2,051 |
| 2 | 2,051 | 27 | 2,051 |
| 3 | 2,051 | 28 | 2,051 |
| 4 | 2,051 | 29 | 2,051 |
| 5 | 276 | 30 | 1,758 |
| 6 | 2,051 | 31 | 2,051 |
| 7 | 2,051 | 32 | 2,051 |
| 8 | 2,051 | 33 | 2,051 |
| 9 | 2,051 | 34 | 2,051 |
| 10 | 586 | 35 | 1,904 |
| 11 | 2,051 | 36 | 2,051 |
| 12 | 2,051 | 37 | 2,051 |
| 13 | 2,051 | 38 | 2,051 |
| 14 | 2,051 | 39 | 2,051 |
| 15 | 879 | 40 | 2,051 |
| 16 | 2,051 | 41 | 2,051 |
| 17 | 2,051 | 42 | 2,051 |
| 18 | 2,051 | 43 | 2,051 |
| 19 | 2,051 | 44 | 2,051 |
| 20 | 1,172 | 45 | 2,193 |
| 21 | 2,051 | 46 | 2,051 |
| 22 | 2,051 | 47 | 2,051 |
| 23 | 2,051 | 48 | 2,051 |
| 24 | 2,051 | 49 | 2,051 |
| 25 | 1,465 | 50 | 2,325 |
Qwilfish (#211) is a Water/Poison-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,346 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Qwilfish can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Qwilfish in 2026.
Qwilfish's Attack stat is 184 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Qwilfish to contribute meaningful damage.
With 138 Defense (Average) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 485. This gives Qwilfish reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Qwilfish's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Qwilfish depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Poison Sting (Fast) with Aqua Tail (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. Qwilfish has 2 Fast Attacks and 6 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Qwilfish 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/Poison typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Water, Ice-type threats while being weak to Electric, Ground, Psychic types.
In Ultra League, Qwilfish reaches 2,051 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Qwilfish faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Qwilfish's effectiveness depends on its typing and 184 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Qwilfish use Electric, Ground-type moves.
Qwilfish 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 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Shiny Qwilfish 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.
Qwilfish gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,384 - 1,465 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Qwilfish's max CP?
A: 2,325 CP at Level 50, or 2,051 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Qwilfish good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.
Q: Can Qwilfish be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Qwilfish is available.
Q: What is Qwilfish weak to?
A: Electric, Ground, Psychic-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Poison Sting + Aqua Tail for optimal DPS.
Updated November 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.