
| Max CP | 2,689 |
| Generation | Unova (Gen 5) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Simisear is a Fire-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,689 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Simisear has base stats of 206 Attack, 133 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 520.
Simisear can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Sunny weather, Simisear receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Simisear is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bite | Dark | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
| Fire Spin STAB | Fire | 14 | +10 | 12.7 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flamethrower STAB | Fire | 70 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Fire Blast STAB | Fire | 140 | -80 | - | 140 | -80 |
| Crunch | Dark | 70 | -33 | - | 70 | -45 |
Simisear takes increased damage from these types:
Simisear takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Simisear in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 2 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 3 |
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 4 |
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 5 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
| Water | 262 | 142 | 172 | 3,391 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 8 |
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 9 |
| Ground Steel | 255 | 129 | 242 | 3,711 |
| 10 |
| Bug Rock | 253 | 174 | 172 | 3,600 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 24 | 1,497 |
| 2 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 3 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 24 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 0 | 13 | 15 | 24 | 1,492 |
| 8 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 24 | 1,493 |
| 9 | 1 | 12 | 15 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 10 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 24 | 1,491 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,490 |
| 2 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,496 |
| 3 | 2 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,495 |
| 4 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 49 | 2,493 |
| 5 | 2 | 14 | 14 | 50 | 2,493 |
| 6 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,500 |
| 7 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 49 | 2,498 |
| 8 | 3 | 14 | 13 | 50 | 2,499 |
| 9 | 4 | 14 | 15 | 49 | 2,496 |
| 10 | 3 | 13 | 14 | 50 | 2,497 |
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) | 2,015 | 1,007 | 1,343 | 1,679 | 2,350 | 2,665 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,010 | 1,005 | 1,339 | 1,674 | 2,344 | 2,658 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,008 | 1,004 | 1,338 | 1,673 | 2,342 | 2,656 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,994 | 997 | 1,329 | 1,661 | 2,326 | 2,637 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,991 | 995 | 1,327 | 1,659 | 2,323 | 2,633 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,973 | 986 | 1,315 | 1,644 | 2,302 | 2,610 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,952 | 976 | 1,301 | 1,626 | 2,277 | 2,582 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,969 | 984 | 1,312 | 1,641 | 2,297 | 2,605 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,911 | 955 | 1,273 | 1,592 | 2,229 | 2,527 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,711 | 855 | 1,140 | 1,425 | 1,996 | 2,263 |
Important CP values for Simisear with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,665 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,350 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,273 - 1,343 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,592 - 1,679 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,273 - 1,343 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 955 - 1,007 CP |
Maximum CP for Simisear with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 26 | 2,350 |
| 2 | 2,350 | 27 | 2,350 |
| 3 | 2,350 | 28 | 2,350 |
| 4 | 2,350 | 29 | 2,350 |
| 5 | 317 | 30 | 2,015 |
| 6 | 2,350 | 31 | 2,350 |
| 7 | 2,350 | 32 | 2,350 |
| 8 | 2,350 | 33 | 2,350 |
| 9 | 2,350 | 34 | 2,350 |
| 10 | 671 | 35 | 2,183 |
| 11 | 2,350 | 36 | 2,350 |
| 12 | 2,350 | 37 | 2,350 |
| 13 | 2,350 | 38 | 2,350 |
| 14 | 2,350 | 39 | 2,350 |
| 15 | 1,007 | 40 | 2,350 |
| 16 | 2,350 | 41 | 2,350 |
| 17 | 2,350 | 42 | 2,350 |
| 18 | 2,350 | 43 | 2,350 |
| 19 | 2,350 | 44 | 2,350 |
| 20 | 1,343 | 45 | 2,514 |
| 21 | 2,350 | 46 | 2,350 |
| 22 | 2,350 | 47 | 2,350 |
| 23 | 2,350 | 48 | 2,350 |
| 24 | 2,350 | 49 | 2,350 |
| 25 | 1,679 | 50 | 2,665 |
Simisear (#514) is a Fire-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,689 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Simisear can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Simisear in 2026.
Simisear's Attack stat is 206 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Simisear a strong damage dealer.
With 133 Defense (Average) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 520. This gives Simisear reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fire-type Pokémon, Simisear's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Simisear depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bite (Fast) with Flamethrower (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. Simisear has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Simisear 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 Fire typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Grass, Ice-type threats while being weak to Water, Ground, Rock types.
In Ultra League, Simisear reaches 2,350 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Simisear faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Simisear's effectiveness depends on its typing and 206 Attack stat. It can deal solid damage as a Fire-type attacker. Best counters against Simisear use Water, Ground-type moves.
Simisear 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.
Simisear is part of a 2-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
Shiny Simisear 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.
Simisear gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,592 - 1,679 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Simisear's max CP?
A: 2,665 CP at Level 50, or 2,350 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Simisear good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Simisear be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Simisear is available.
Q: What is Simisear weak to?
A: Water, Ground, Rock-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Bite + Flamethrower for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.