Tentacool

🎯 Best Counters Against Tentacool

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
3	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
4	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
5	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
6	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
7	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
8	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
9	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626
10	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532

📖 Complete Tentacool Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Tentacool (#072) is a Water/Poison-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,190 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Tentacool has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Tentacool in 2026.

📊 Tentacool Stats Analysis

Tentacool's Attack stat is 97 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Tentacool may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 149 Defense (Good) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 366. Trainers should be mindful of Tentacool's limited bulk. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Tentacool's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Tentacool Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Tentacool PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Tentacool 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.

Master League

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

💪 Tentacool Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Tentacool's effectiveness depends on its typing and 97 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Tentacool use Electric, Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Tentacool in Pokémon GO

Tentacool 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.

🔄 Tentacool Evolution Guide

Tentacool is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Tentacool (#072) ← current
• Tentacruel (#073) — 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 Tentacool in Pokémon GO

Shiny Tentacool 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

Tentacool gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (686 - 743 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 Tentacool

📚 Related Guides

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