Slowpoke

🎯 Best Counters Against Slowpoke

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
3	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
4	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
5	Darkrai	Dark	285	198	172	4,278
6	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Dragapult	Dragon Ghost	266	170	204	4,041
9	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
10	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155

📖 Complete Slowpoke Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Slowpoke (#079) is a Water/Psychic-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,403 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Slowpoke has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Slowpoke in 2026.

📊 Slowpoke Stats Analysis

Slowpoke's Attack stat is 109 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Slowpoke may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 98 Defense (Below Average) and 207 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 414. This gives Slowpoke reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Slowpoke's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Slowpoke Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Slowpoke depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Water Gun (Fast) with Water Pulse (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. Slowpoke has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Slowpoke PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Slowpoke 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/Psychic typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Water, Ice-type threats while being weak to Electric, Grass, Bug types.

Master League

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

💪 Slowpoke Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Slowpoke's effectiveness depends on its typing and 109 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Slowpoke use Electric, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Slowpoke in Pokémon GO

Slowpoke 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.

🔄 Slowpoke Evolution Guide

Slowpoke is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Slowpoke (#079) ← current
• Slowbro (#080) — 50 Candy
• Slowking (#199)

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

😈 Shadow Slowpoke

Shadow Slowpoke is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Slowpoke's effective Attack becomes ~131. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Slowpoke in Pokémon GO

Shiny Slowpoke 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

Slowpoke gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (812 - 876 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 50K 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 Slowpoke

📚 Related Guides

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