Toxel

🎯 Best Counters Against Toxel

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
3	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
4	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
5	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
6	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
7	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626
8	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
9	Tapu Lele	Psychic Fairy	259	208	172	3,998
10	Metagross	Steel Psychic	257	228	190	4,337

📖 Complete Toxel Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Toxel (#848) is a Electric/Poison-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 831 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Toxel has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Toxel in 2026.

📊 Toxel Stats Analysis

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

With 65 Defense (Below Average) and 120 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 282. Trainers should be mindful of Toxel's limited bulk. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Toxel's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Toxel Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Toxel depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Acid (Fast) with Power Up Punch (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. Toxel has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Toxel PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Toxel 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/Poison typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Flying, Steel-type threats while being weak to Ground, Psychic types.

Master League

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

💪 Toxel Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Toxel'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 Toxel use Ground, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Toxel in Pokémon GO

Toxel 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 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

✨ Shiny Toxel in Pokémon GO

Shiny Toxel 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

Toxel gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (471 - 519 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Toxel

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