What is Volbeat's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Volbeat's maximum CP is 2,026 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Volbeat good in Pokémon GO?

Volbeat has 143 Attack, 166 Defense, and 163 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Volbeat be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Volbeat is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

952 - 1,012 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

1,191 - 1,265 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

2,008 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

952 - 1,012 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

714 - 759 CP

Volbeat

#313 · Hoenn

Bug

☁️ Rainy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 143

Defense 166

Stamina 163

Total: 472

Pokémon Info

Max CP	2,026
Generation	Hoenn (Gen 3)
Buddy Distance	3km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	❌ No

About Volbeat

Volbeat is a Bug-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,026 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Volbeat has base stats of 143 Attack, 166 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 472.

Volbeat can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.

In Rainy weather, Volbeat receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Volbeat is 3km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Struggle Bug STAB	Bug	15	+15	10.0	10.0	3.0	2.7
Tackle	Normal	5	+5	10.0	10.0	3.0	3.0

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
Signal Beam STAB	Bug	75	-50	25.0	75	-55
Bug Buzz STAB	Bug	95	-50	27.1	100	-60
Thunderbolt	Electric	80	-50	32.0	90	-55

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Volbeat takes increased damage from these types:

Fire 1.6×

Flying 1.6×

Rock 1.6×

Resistances

Volbeat takes reduced damage from these types:

Fighting 0.625×

Ground 0.625×

Grass 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Volbeat

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
7	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
8	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231

🏆 Volbeat 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	14	13	36	1,498
2	0	15	12	36	1,498
3	1	15	15	35	1,499
4	2	15	13	35	1,500
5	0	12	15	36	1,498
6	1	12	13	36	1,500
7	0	13	13	36	1,494
8	0	13	14	36	1,498
9	0	9	13	37	1,500
10	1	13	12	36	1,500

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	2,008

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Volbeat 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)	1,518	759	1,012	1,265	1,771	2,008
98% (15/15/14)	1,514	757	1,009	1,261	1,766	2,002
96% (15/14/15)	1,514	757	1,009	1,261	1,766	2,002
93% (14/14/14)	1,500	750	1,000	1,250	1,750	1,984
91% (15/13/13)	1,501	750	1,000	1,251	1,751	1,985
87% (13/13/13)	1,482	741	988	1,235	1,729	1,960
82% (12/12/12)	1,464	732	976	1,220	1,708	1,937
80% (10/15/15)	1,470	735	980	1,225	1,715	1,944
67% (10/10/10)	1,429	714	952	1,191	1,667	1,890
0% (0/0/0)	1,259	629	839	1,049	1,469	1,665

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Volbeat with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	2,008 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	1,771 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	952 - 1,012 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	1,191 - 1,265 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	952 - 1,012 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	714 - 759 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Volbeat with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	25	26	1,771
2	1,771	27	1,771
3	1,771	28	1,771
4	1,771	29	1,771
5	238	30	1,518
6	1,771	31	1,771
7	1,771	32	1,771
8	1,771	33	1,771
9	1,771	34	1,771
10	506	35	1,644
11	1,771	36	1,771
12	1,771	37	1,771
13	1,771	38	1,771
14	1,771	39	1,771
15	759	40	1,771
16	1,771	41	1,771
17	1,771	42	1,771
18	1,771	43	1,771
19	1,771	44	1,771
20	1,012	45	1,894
21	1,771	46	1,771
22	1,771	47	1,771
23	1,771	48	1,771
24	1,771	49	1,771
25	1,265	50	2,008

📖 Complete Volbeat Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Volbeat (#313) is a Bug-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,026 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Volbeat can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Volbeat in 2026.

📊 Volbeat Stats Analysis

Volbeat's Attack stat is 143 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Volbeat may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 166 Defense (Good) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 472. This gives Volbeat reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Bug-type Pokémon, Volbeat's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Volbeat Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Volbeat PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Volbeat 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 Bug typing provides useful matchups against Fighting, Ground, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Flying, Rock types.

Master League

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

💪 Volbeat Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Volbeat's effectiveness depends on its typing and 143 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Volbeat use Fire, Flying-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Volbeat in Pokémon GO

Volbeat 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.

✨ Shiny Volbeat in Pokémon GO

Shiny Volbeat 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

Volbeat gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,191 - 1,265 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 Volbeat

Q: What is Volbeat's max CP?
A: 2,008 CP at Level 50, or 1,771 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Volbeat good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.

Q: Can Volbeat be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Volbeat is available.

Q: What is Volbeat weak to?
A: Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Struggle Bug + Signal Beam for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

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