Yamper

🎯 Best Counters Against Yamper

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
2	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
3	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
4	Mamoswine	Ice Ground	247	146	242	3,808
5	Ursaluna	Ground Normal	243	181	277	4,410
6	Rhyperior	Ground Rock	241	190	251	4,271
7	Krookodile	Ground Dark	229	158	216	3,485
8	Rhydon	Ground Rock	222	171	233	3,637
9	Golurk	Ground Ghost	222	154	205	3,265
10	Donphan	Ground	214	185	207	3,447

📖 Complete Yamper Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Yamper (#835) is a Electric-type Pokémon from the Galar region (Generation 8) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 901 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Yamper has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Yamper in 2026.

📊 Yamper Stats Analysis

Yamper's Attack stat is 80 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Yamper may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 90 Defense (Below Average) and 153 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 323. Trainers should be mindful of Yamper's limited bulk. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Yamper's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Yamper Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Yamper PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

Master League

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

💪 Yamper Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Yamper's effectiveness depends on its typing and 80 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Yamper use Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Yamper in Pokémon GO

Yamper 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.

🔄 Yamper Evolution Guide

Yamper is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Yamper (#835) ← current
• Boltund (#836) — 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 Yamper in Pokémon GO

Shiny Yamper is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Yamper gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (512 - 562 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K 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 Yamper

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