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Tapu Koko
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 3,625 |
| Generation | Alola (Gen 7) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
About Tapu Koko
Tapu Koko is a Electric/Fairy-type Pokémon from Alola (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,625 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Tapu Koko has base stats of 250 Attack, 181 Defense, and 172 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 603.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 250, Tapu Koko is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Rainy weather, Tapu Koko receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Tapu Koko is 20km per candy.
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volt Switch STAB | Electric | 14 | +8 | 7.8 | - | - | - |
| Quick Attack | Normal | 8 | +10 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
💥 Charged Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt STAB | Electric | 80 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Dazzling Gleam STAB | Fairy | 100 | -70 | - | 110 | -70 |
| Brave Bird | Flying | 130 | -55 | - | 130 | -55 |
| Thunder STAB | Electric | 100 | -60 | - | 100 | -60 |
| Natures Madness ELITE | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Tapu Koko takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Tapu Koko takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Tapu Koko
Top Pokémon to use when battling Tapu Koko in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Eternatus
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 2 |
Groudon
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 3 |
Naganadel
| Poison Dragon | 263 | 159 | 177 | 3,630 |
| 4 |
Gengar
| Ghost Poison | 261 | 149 | 155 | 3,292 |
| 5 |
Garchomp
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 6 |
Sneasler
| Fighting Poison | 259 | 158 | 190 | 3,686 |
| 7 |
Excadrill
| Ground Steel | 255 | 129 | 242 | 3,711 |
| 8 |
Nihilego
| Rock Poison | 249 | 210 | 240 | 4,518 |
| 9 |
Mamoswine
| Ice Ground | 247 | 146 | 242 | 3,808 |
| 10 |
Glimmora
| Rock Poison | 246 | 177 | 195 | 3,744 |
🏆 Tapu Koko PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 10 | 10 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 8 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 18 | 1,497 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 7 | 0 | 13 | 7 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 0 | 11 | 8 | 18 | 1,496 |
| 9 | 0 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 18 | 1,498 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 29 | 2,496 |
| 2 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 29 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 29 | 2,493 |
| 4 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 29 | 2,500 |
| 5 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 29 | 2,486 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 6 | 30 | 2,500 |
| 7 | 4 | 14 | 13 | 29 | 2,496 |
| 8 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 29 | 2,490 |
| 9 | 5 | 13 | 13 | 29 | 2,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 30 | 2,496 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Tapu Koko IV Chart
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) | 2,716 | 1,358 | 1,810 | 2,263 | 3,168 | 3,592 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,708 | 1,354 | 1,805 | 2,257 | 3,160 | 3,583 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,709 | 1,354 | 1,805 | 2,257 | 3,160 | 3,583 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,691 | 1,345 | 1,794 | 2,243 | 3,140 | 3,560 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,687 | 1,343 | 1,791 | 2,239 | 3,135 | 3,555 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,667 | 1,333 | 1,778 | 2,222 | 3,111 | 3,528 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,643 | 1,321 | 1,762 | 2,202 | 3,083 | 3,496 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,664 | 1,332 | 1,776 | 2,220 | 3,108 | 3,524 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,595 | 1,297 | 1,730 | 2,162 | 3,027 | 3,432 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,361 | 1,180 | 1,574 | 1,967 | 2,755 | 3,123 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Tapu Koko with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,592 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,168 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,730 - 1,810 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,162 - 2,263 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,730 - 1,810 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,297 - 1,358 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Tapu Koko with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44 | 26 | 3,168 |
| 2 | 3,168 | 27 | 3,168 |
| 3 | 3,168 | 28 | 3,168 |
| 4 | 3,168 | 29 | 3,168 |
| 5 | 427 | 30 | 2,716 |
| 6 | 3,168 | 31 | 3,168 |
| 7 | 3,168 | 32 | 3,168 |
| 8 | 3,168 | 33 | 3,168 |
| 9 | 3,168 | 34 | 3,168 |
| 10 | 905 | 35 | 2,942 |
| 11 | 3,168 | 36 | 3,168 |
| 12 | 3,168 | 37 | 3,168 |
| 13 | 3,168 | 38 | 3,168 |
| 14 | 3,168 | 39 | 3,168 |
| 15 | 1,358 | 40 | 3,168 |
| 16 | 3,168 | 41 | 3,168 |
| 17 | 3,168 | 42 | 3,168 |
| 18 | 3,168 | 43 | 3,168 |
| 19 | 3,168 | 44 | 3,168 |
| 20 | 1,810 | 45 | 3,388 |
| 21 | 3,168 | 46 | 3,168 |
| 22 | 3,168 | 47 | 3,168 |
| 23 | 3,168 | 48 | 3,168 |
| 24 | 3,168 | 49 | 3,168 |
| 25 | 2,263 | 50 | 3,592 |
📖 Complete Tapu Koko Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Tapu Koko (#785) is a Electric/Fairy-type Pokémon from the Alola region (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,625 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Tapu Koko is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Tapu Koko in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Tapu Koko is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
📊 Tapu Koko Stats Analysis
Tapu Koko's Attack stat is 250 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Tapu Koko a strong damage dealer.
With 181 Defense (Excellent) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 603. This gives Tapu Koko reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Tapu Koko's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Tapu Koko Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Tapu Koko depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Volt Switch (Fast) with Thunderbolt (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. Tapu Koko has 2 Fast Attacks and 5 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Tapu Koko has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
🏆 Tapu Koko PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Tapu Koko 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/Fairy typing provides useful matchups against Dragon, Electric, Flying-type threats while being weak to Ground, Poison types.
Master League
With 3,592 CP at Level 50, Tapu Koko is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
💪 Tapu Koko Raid Guide & Counters
Tapu Koko appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Ground, Poison-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Tapu Koko at Level 20 (1,730 - 1,810 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,162 - 2,263 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,810 CP.
🎯 How to Get Tapu Koko in Pokémon GO
Tapu Koko is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
✨ Shiny Tapu Koko in Pokémon GO
Shiny Tapu Koko is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 20 (boosted rate in raids). Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.
🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy
Tapu Koko gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,162 - 2,263 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 100K Stardust + 100 Candy — adds coverage in PvP.
- Trading: Requires Special Trade (1/day).
- Catch rate: 2% base — use Golden Razz + Excellent curveball throws.
❓ FAQ About Tapu Koko
Q: What is Tapu Koko's max CP?
A: 3,592 CP at Level 50, or 3,168 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Tapu Koko good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Tapu Koko be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Tapu Koko is available.
Q: What is Tapu Koko weak to?
A: Ground, Poison-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Volt Switch + Thunderbolt for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.