Tadbulb

🎯 Best Counters Against Tadbulb

Top Pokémon to use when battling Tadbulb 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 Tadbulb Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Tadbulb (#938) is a Electric-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,043 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Tadbulb has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Tadbulb in 2026.

📊 Tadbulb Stats Analysis

Tadbulb's Attack stat is 104 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Tadbulb may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 73 Defense (Below Average) and 156 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 333. Trainers should be mindful of Tadbulb's limited bulk. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Tadbulb's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Tadbulb Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Tadbulb depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Thunder Shock (Fast) with Parabolic Charge (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. Tadbulb has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Tadbulb PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

💪 Tadbulb Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Tadbulb's effectiveness depends on its typing and 104 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Tadbulb use Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Tadbulb in Pokémon GO

Tadbulb 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.

🔄 Tadbulb Evolution Guide

Tadbulb is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Tadbulb (#938) ← current
• Bellibolt (#939) — 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 Tadbulb in Pokémon GO

Shiny Tadbulb 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

Tadbulb gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (596 - 651 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 Tadbulb

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