
| Max CP | 2,608 |
| Generation | Hoenn (Gen 3) |
| Buddy Distance | 1km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Wailord is a Water-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,608 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Wailord has base stats of 175 Attack, 87 Defense, and 347 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 609.
Wailord 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, Wailord receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Wailord is 1km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 12 | +10 | 10.9 | - | - | - |
| Water Gun STAB | Water | 5 | +5 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Rollout STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surf STAB | Water | 65 | -50 | - | 65 | -40 |
| Blizzard STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | -80 | - | 150 | -80 |
| Scald STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Wailord takes increased damage from these types:
Wailord takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Wailord in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 3 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 4 |
| Bug Electric | 254 | 158 | 184 | 3,566 |
| 5 |
| Electric Flying | 253 | 185 | 207 | 4,035 |
| 6 |
| Electric Fairy | 250 | 181 | 172 | 3,625 |
| 7 |
| Electric | 250 | 125 | 190 | 3,207 |
| 8 |
| Electric | 249 | 163 | 181 | 3,523 |
| 9 |
| Grass Fairy | 249 | 215 | 172 | 3,912 |
| 10 |
| Grass Poison | 243 | 185 | 155 | 3,399 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 25 | 1,498 |
| 2 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 25 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 25 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 1 | 14 | 14 | 25 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 25 | 1,496 |
| 6 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 25 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 1 | 14 | 13 | 25 | 1,497 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 25 | 1,491 |
| 9 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 25 | 1,494 |
| 10 | 2 | 13 | 14 | 25 | 1,500 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 8 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,490 |
| 3 | 9 | 15 | 12 | 50 | 2,493 |
| 4 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,496 |
| 5 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 49 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 10 | 15 | 10 | 50 | 2,499 |
| 7 | 8 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,486 |
| 8 | 9 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,491 |
| 9 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 50 | 2,489 |
| 10 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 49 | 2,496 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 1,954 | 977 | 1,302 | 1,628 | 2,280 | 2,585 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,951 | 975 | 1,301 | 1,626 | 2,277 | 2,581 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,945 | 972 | 1,296 | 1,620 | 2,269 | 2,572 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,932 | 966 | 1,287 | 1,610 | 2,254 | 2,555 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,930 | 965 | 1,286 | 1,608 | 2,251 | 2,552 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,909 | 954 | 1,273 | 1,591 | 2,227 | 2,526 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,887 | 943 | 1,258 | 1,572 | 2,201 | 2,496 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,903 | 951 | 1,268 | 1,585 | 2,220 | 2,517 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,843 | 921 | 1,228 | 1,535 | 2,150 | 2,437 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,627 | 813 | 1,085 | 1,356 | 1,899 | 2,153 |
Important CP values for Wailord with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,585 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,280 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,228 - 1,302 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,535 - 1,628 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,228 - 1,302 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 921 - 977 CP |
Maximum CP for Wailord with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 | 26 | 2,280 |
| 2 | 2,280 | 27 | 2,280 |
| 3 | 2,280 | 28 | 2,280 |
| 4 | 2,280 | 29 | 2,280 |
| 5 | 307 | 30 | 1,954 |
| 6 | 2,280 | 31 | 2,280 |
| 7 | 2,280 | 32 | 2,280 |
| 8 | 2,280 | 33 | 2,280 |
| 9 | 2,280 | 34 | 2,280 |
| 10 | 651 | 35 | 2,117 |
| 11 | 2,280 | 36 | 2,280 |
| 12 | 2,280 | 37 | 2,280 |
| 13 | 2,280 | 38 | 2,280 |
| 14 | 2,280 | 39 | 2,280 |
| 15 | 977 | 40 | 2,280 |
| 16 | 2,280 | 41 | 2,280 |
| 17 | 2,280 | 42 | 2,280 |
| 18 | 2,280 | 43 | 2,280 |
| 19 | 2,280 | 44 | 2,280 |
| 20 | 1,302 | 45 | 2,438 |
| 21 | 2,280 | 46 | 2,280 |
| 22 | 2,280 | 47 | 2,280 |
| 23 | 2,280 | 48 | 2,280 |
| 24 | 2,280 | 49 | 2,280 |
| 25 | 1,628 | 50 | 2,585 |
Wailord (#321) is a Water-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,608 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Wailord can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Wailord in 2026.
Wailord's Attack stat is 175 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Wailord to contribute meaningful damage.
With 87 Defense (Below Average) and 347 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 609. This gives Wailord reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Wailord's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Wailord depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Zen Headbutt (Fast) with Surf (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. Wailord has 3 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Wailord 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 typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Water, Ice-type threats while being weak to Electric, Grass types.
In Ultra League, Wailord reaches 2,280 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Wailord faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Wailord's effectiveness depends on its typing and 175 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Wailord use Electric, Grass-type moves.
Wailord 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.
Wailord is part of a 2-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
Shiny Wailord 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.
Wailord gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,535 - 1,628 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.
Q: What is Wailord's max CP?
A: 2,585 CP at Level 50, or 2,280 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Wailord good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Wailord be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Wailord is available.
Q: What is Wailord weak to?
A: Electric, Grass-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Zen Headbutt + Surf for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.