
| Max CP | 2,104 |
| Generation | Unova (Gen 5) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Zweilous is a Dark/Dragon-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,104 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Zweilous has base stats of 159 Attack, 135 Defense, and 176 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 470.
Zweilous can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Fog weather, Zweilous receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Zweilous is 5km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bite STAB | Dark | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
| Dragon Breath STAB | Dragon | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Pulse STAB | Dragon | 90 | -60 | - | 90 | -60 |
| Dark Pulse STAB | Dark | 80 | -50 | - | 80 | -50 |
| Body Slam | Normal | 50 | -35 | - | 60 | -35 |
Zweilous takes increased damage from these types:
Zweilous takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Zweilous in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 3 |
| Dragon | 284 | 172 | 183 | 4,110 |
| 4 |
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 5 |
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 6 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 7 |
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 9 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Psychic | 268 | 212 | 190 | 4,362 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 32 | 1,498 |
| 2 | 0 | 12 | 15 | 33 | 1,497 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 14 | 33 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 0 | 14 | 13 | 33 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 33 | 1,496 |
| 6 | 0 | 15 | 12 | 33 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 32 | 1,488 |
| 8 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 32 | 1,493 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 32 | 1,494 |
| 10 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 32 | 1,497 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,085 |
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) | 1,576 | 788 | 1,051 | 1,313 | 1,839 | 2,085 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,572 | 786 | 1,048 | 1,310 | 1,834 | 2,080 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 1,571 | 785 | 1,047 | 1,309 | 1,833 | 2,078 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,558 | 779 | 1,038 | 1,298 | 1,818 | 2,061 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,558 | 779 | 1,038 | 1,298 | 1,817 | 2,060 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,540 | 770 | 1,026 | 1,283 | 1,796 | 2,037 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,521 | 760 | 1,014 | 1,268 | 1,775 | 2,013 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,531 | 765 | 1,020 | 1,276 | 1,786 | 2,025 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,485 | 742 | 990 | 1,238 | 1,733 | 1,965 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,312 | 656 | 874 | 1,093 | 1,530 | 1,735 |
Important CP values for Zweilous with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,085 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 1,839 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 990 - 1,051 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,238 - 1,313 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 990 - 1,051 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 742 - 788 CP |
Maximum CP for Zweilous with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 26 | 1,839 |
| 2 | 1,839 | 27 | 1,839 |
| 3 | 1,839 | 28 | 1,839 |
| 4 | 1,839 | 29 | 1,839 |
| 5 | 248 | 30 | 1,576 |
| 6 | 1,839 | 31 | 1,839 |
| 7 | 1,839 | 32 | 1,839 |
| 8 | 1,839 | 33 | 1,839 |
| 9 | 1,839 | 34 | 1,839 |
| 10 | 525 | 35 | 1,708 |
| 11 | 1,839 | 36 | 1,839 |
| 12 | 1,839 | 37 | 1,839 |
| 13 | 1,839 | 38 | 1,839 |
| 14 | 1,839 | 39 | 1,839 |
| 15 | 788 | 40 | 1,839 |
| 16 | 1,839 | 41 | 1,839 |
| 17 | 1,839 | 42 | 1,839 |
| 18 | 1,839 | 43 | 1,839 |
| 19 | 1,839 | 44 | 1,839 |
| 20 | 1,051 | 45 | 1,967 |
| 21 | 1,839 | 46 | 1,839 |
| 22 | 1,839 | 47 | 1,839 |
| 23 | 1,839 | 48 | 1,839 |
| 24 | 1,839 | 49 | 1,839 |
| 25 | 1,313 | 50 | 2,085 |
Zweilous (#634) is a Dark/Dragon-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,104 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Zweilous can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Zweilous in 2026.
Zweilous's Attack stat is 159 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Zweilous may compensate with bulk or utility.
With 135 Defense (Average) and 176 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 470. This gives Zweilous reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dark-type Pokémon, Zweilous's stat distribution is balanced.
The best moveset for Zweilous depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bite (Fast) with Dragon Pulse (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. Zweilous has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Zweilous 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 Dark/Dragon typing provides useful matchups against Psychic, Ghost, Dark-type threats while being weak to Fairy, Fighting, Bug types.
In Master League, Zweilous faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Zweilous's effectiveness depends on its typing and 159 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Zweilous use Fairy, Fighting-type moves.
Zweilous can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Foggy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Zweilous is part of a 3-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 Zweilous 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.
Zweilous gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,238 - 1,313 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.
Q: What is Zweilous's max CP?
A: 2,085 CP at Level 50, or 1,839 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Zweilous good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.
Q: Can Zweilous be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Zweilous is available.
Q: What is Zweilous weak to?
A: Fairy, Fighting, Bug, Ice, Dragon-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Bite + Dragon Pulse for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.