Poliwrath

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Poliwrath is a Water and Fighting-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,923 CP and is weak to Electric, Fairy, Flying, Grass, and Psychic-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Bubble / Hydro Pump. It is boosted by Rain and Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Poliwrath Stats and Max CP

182 ATK
184 DEF
207 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
2923 CP
Lvl 40
2586 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1847 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1477 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1108 CP

Poliwrath's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Poliwrath PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

⚔️ Raids

Poliwrath is a Pokémon with balanced stats, leaning more toward bulk, which makes it underwhelming as a raid attacker. In raids, you benefit more from Pokémon that deal big damage in the smallest amount of time possible, and with its best DPS being 12.13, Poliwrath is not one of them.

Nevertheless, as a Fighting-type raid attacker, Poliwrath prefers using Counter and Dynamic Punch, and is strong against Normal, Rock, Ice, Steel, and Dark types. As a Water-type raid attacker, Poliwrath makes use of Bubble and Hydro Pump, being strong against Pokémon weak to Water-type moves.

However, it’s worth noting that there are better-performing options in either type category, making Poliwrath as a raid attacker potentially not worth the investment.

🔮 Dynamax

N/A

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Poliwrath PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Poliwrath was actually one of the best Fighting-type Pokémon in the Great League for a while. It had access to both Counter and Scald, two of the best moves at that time. However, we now live in a reality where both moves have been rebalanced. Nevertheless, Poliwrath is still a decent pick for the Great League.

Its balanced stats, which make it undesirable as a raid attacker, work to its benefit here. Poliwrath is just bulky enough to survive a few hits while dishing out good damage itself. It also has access to Icy Wind to debuff the opponent’s attack stat and further increase its survivability.

🟡 Ultra League

Much of the same applies to the Ultra League as well. In fact, Poliwrath works even better here as it can take down some high-profile opponents such as Guzzlord, Lickilicky, Greninja, and Registeel.

🟣 Master League

Poliwrath, being a Pokémon with a Max CP of 2923, just cannot compete in the legendary-dominated Master League, where the meta is ruled by Pokémon with very high stats.

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Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
Gym DefenderGym Defender
WaterWater-type
FightingFighting-type
Great LeagueGreat League
Ultra LeagueUltra League
Master LeagueMaster League

Poliwrath Type Chart

Poliwrath takes increased damage from:Poliwrath takes increased damage from:

ElectricElectric160.0%
FairyFairy160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
GrassGrass160.0%
PsychicPsychic160.0%

Poliwrath takes reduced damage from:Poliwrath takes reduced damage from:

BugBug62.5%
DarkDark62.5%
FireFire62.5%
IceIce62.5%
RockRock62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%
WaterWater62.5%

Poliwrath best moveset

Moves

Bubble + Hydro Pump

Poliwrath's best Water-type moveset is Bubble / Hydro Pump, with 10.42 DPS and 241.9 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Poliwrath ranks #92 (D Tier) as a Water attacker with that moveset.
1.FightingCounter *FightingDynamic Punch 11.66270.610.53
2.WaterBubble FightingDynamic Punch 11.34263.310.25
3.FightingCounter *WaterHydro Pump 10.91253.39.86
4.FightingRock Smash FightingDynamic Punch 10.64246.99.61
5.GroundMud Shot FightingDynamic Punch 10.61246.49.59
6.WaterBubble WaterHydro Pump 10.42241.99.42
7.FightingCounter *FightingPower-Up Punch 10.32239.69.32
8.FightingCounter *FightingSubmission *10.01232.39.04

Fast Attacks

  • FightingRock SmashDamage17Energy12Duration1.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Rock Smash
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage17
    Energy12
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage9
    Energy7

    Effects
    Rock Smash has no special effects.
    See Rock Smash details page ↗
  • FightingCounter *Damage13Energy9Duration1.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Counter
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy9
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy6

    Effects
    Counter has no special effects.
    See Counter details page ↗
  • GroundMud ShotDamage4Energy6Duration0.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Mud Shot
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • PoisonPoison
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • ElectricElectric
    • 62.5%
      • BugBug
      • GrassGrass
    • 39.1%
      • FlyingFlying
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage4
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy9

    Effects
    Mud Shot has no special effects.
    See Mud Shot details page ↗
  • WaterBubbleDamage10Energy12Duration1.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Bubble
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage10
    Energy12
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage8
    Energy11

    Effects
    Bubble has no special effects.
    See Bubble details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • FightingDynamic PunchDamage85Energy50Duration2.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dynamic Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window1.0s - 2.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy45

    Effects
    Dynamic Punch has no special effects.
    See Dynamic Punch details page ↗
  • FightingPower-Up PunchDamage50Energy33Duration2.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Power-Up Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.7s - 1.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage20
    Energy35

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Power-Up Punch has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Power-Up Punch details page ↗
  • FightingSubmission *Damage55Energy50Duration2.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Submission
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • NormalNormal
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
      • IceIce
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • PsychicPsychic
      • FairyFairy
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage55
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.6s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy50

    Effects
    Submission has no special effects.
    See Submission details page ↗
  • IceIcy WindDamage65Energy33Duration3.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Icy Wind
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • GroundGround
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • IceIce
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window2.2s - 3.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Icy Wind has a 100.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
    See Icy Wind details page ↗
  • IceIce PunchDamage50Energy33Duration2.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Ice Punch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • GroundGround
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • IceIce
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage50
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage60
    Energy40

    Effects
    Ice Punch has no special effects.
    See Ice Punch details page ↗
  • WaterScaldDamage75Energy50Duration3.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Scald
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage75
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 3.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Scald has a 30.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
    See Scald details page ↗
  • WaterHydro PumpDamage135Energy100Duration3.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Hydro Pump
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
    • 62.5%
      • WaterWater
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage135
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • rainRain
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 3.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage130
    Energy75

    Effects
    Hydro Pump has no special effects.
    See Hydro Pump details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Poliwrath's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Poliwrath's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Poliwrath has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Poliwrath CP Chart

CP Chart

Poliwrath reaches a maximum of 2,923 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,405–1,477 CP, rising to 1,757–1,847 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,054–1,108 CP.

Max CPMax CP2923 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1054 CP - 1108 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1405 CP - 1477 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1405 CP - 1477 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
1757 CP - 1847 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
InfoMore information
  • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
  • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Poliwrath Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
136 CP2114 CP3192 CP
4270 CP5348 CP6426 CP
7504 CP8583 CP9661 CP
10739 CP11812 CP12886 CP
13960 CP141034 CP151108 CP
161182 CP171256 CP181330 CP
191403 CP201477 CP211551 CP
221625 CP231699 CP241773 CP
251847 CP261921 CP271995 CP
282069 CP292142 CP302216 CP
312253 CP322290 CP332327 CP
342364 CP352401 CP362438 CP
372475 CP382512 CP392549 CP
402586 CP412618 CP422652 CP
432685 CP442718 CP452752 CP
462786 CP472820 CP482854 CP
492889 CP502923 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#62
Height1.3 m
Weight54 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
Poliwag Pokémon GOPoliwag
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
Poliwhirl Pokémon GOPoliwhirl
Poliwhirl Pokémon GOPoliwhirl
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
Poliwrath Pokémon GOPoliwrath
Poliwhirl Pokémon GOPoliwhirl
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
  • Special Item: King's Rock
Politoed Pokémon GOPolitoed
  • Poliwag evolves into Poliwhirl which costs 25 Candy.
  • Poliwhirl evolves into Poliwrath which costs 100 Candy.
  • Poliwhirl evolves into Politoed which costs 100 Candy. You need to use a King's Rock to evolve.

Mega Pokémon that boost Poliwrath

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Poliwrath's Water and Fighting-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Poliwrath.

Water Water

Fighting Fighting

Pokédex informationMore information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
  • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Poliwrath Candy296 Poliwrath Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Poliwrath Candy10 Poliwrath Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Poliwrath Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Poliwrath Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Poliwrath Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Poliwrath Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Poliwrath Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Poliwrath Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Poliwrath Candy-

Poliwrath Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Poliwrath from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Poliwrath in Pokémon GO.

Complete Poliwrath Power Up Costs Table
LVLPower UpsStardustCandyCandy XLTotal StardustTotal CandyTotal Candy XL
112001 Candy- 2001 Poliwrath Candy-
1.522001 Candy- 4002 Poliwrath Candy-
232001 Candy- 6003 Poliwrath Candy-
2.542001 Candy- 8004 Poliwrath Candy-
354001 Candy- 1,2005 Poliwrath Candy-
3.564001 Candy- 1,6006 Poliwrath Candy-
474001 Candy- 2,0007 Poliwrath Candy-
4.584001 Candy- 2,4008 Poliwrath Candy-
596001 Candy- 3,0009 Poliwrath Candy-
5.5106001 Candy- 3,60010 Poliwrath Candy-
6116001 Candy- 4,20011 Poliwrath Candy-
6.5126001 Candy- 4,80012 Poliwrath Candy-
7138001 Candy- 5,60013 Poliwrath Candy-
7.5148001 Candy- 6,40014 Poliwrath Candy-
8158001 Candy- 7,20015 Poliwrath Candy-
8.5168001 Candy- 8,00016 Poliwrath Candy-
9171,0001 Candy- 9,00017 Poliwrath Candy-
9.5181,0001 Candy- 10,00018 Poliwrath Candy-
10191,0001 Candy- 11,00019 Poliwrath Candy-
10.5201,0001 Candy- 12,00020 Poliwrath Candy-
11211,3002 Candy- 13,30022 Poliwrath Candy-
11.5221,3002 Candy- 14,60024 Poliwrath Candy-
12231,3002 Candy- 15,90026 Poliwrath Candy-
12.5241,3002 Candy- 17,20028 Poliwrath Candy-
13251,6002 Candy- 18,80030 Poliwrath Candy-
13.5261,6002 Candy- 20,40032 Poliwrath Candy-
14271,6002 Candy- 22,00034 Poliwrath Candy-
14.5281,6002 Candy- 23,60036 Poliwrath Candy-
15291,9002 Candy- 25,50038 Poliwrath Candy-
15.5301,9002 Candy- 27,40040 Poliwrath Candy-
16311,9002 Candy- 29,30042 Poliwrath Candy-
16.5321,9002 Candy- 31,20044 Poliwrath Candy-
17332,2002 Candy- 33,40046 Poliwrath Candy-
17.5342,2002 Candy- 35,60048 Poliwrath Candy-
18352,2002 Candy- 37,80050 Poliwrath Candy-
18.5362,2002 Candy- 40,00052 Poliwrath Candy-
19372,5002 Candy- 42,50054 Poliwrath Candy-
19.5382,5002 Candy- 45,00056 Poliwrath Candy-
20392,5002 Candy- 47,50058 Poliwrath Candy-
20.5402,5002 Candy- 50,00060 Poliwrath Candy-
21413,0003 Candy- 53,00063 Poliwrath Candy-
21.5423,0003 Candy- 56,00066 Poliwrath Candy-
22433,0003 Candy- 59,00069 Poliwrath Candy-
22.5443,0003 Candy- 62,00072 Poliwrath Candy-
23453,5003 Candy- 65,50075 Poliwrath Candy-
23.5463,5003 Candy- 69,00078 Poliwrath Candy-
24473,5003 Candy- 72,50081 Poliwrath Candy-
24.5483,5003 Candy- 76,00084 Poliwrath Candy-
25494,0003 Candy- 80,00087 Poliwrath Candy-
25.5504,0003 Candy- 84,00090 Poliwrath Candy-
26514,0004 Candy- 88,00094 Poliwrath Candy-
26.5524,0004 Candy- 92,00098 Poliwrath Candy-
27534,5004 Candy- 96,500102 Poliwrath Candy-
27.5544,5004 Candy- 101,000106 Poliwrath Candy-
28554,5004 Candy- 105,500110 Poliwrath Candy-
28.5564,5004 Candy- 110,000114 Poliwrath Candy-
29575,0004 Candy- 115,000118 Poliwrath Candy-
29.5585,0004 Candy- 120,000122 Poliwrath Candy-
30595,0004 Candy- 125,000126 Poliwrath Candy-
30.5605,0004 Candy- 130,000130 Poliwrath Candy-
31616,0006 Candy- 136,000136 Poliwrath Candy-
31.5626,0006 Candy- 142,000142 Poliwrath Candy-
32636,0006 Candy- 148,000148 Poliwrath Candy-
32.5646,0006 Candy- 154,000154 Poliwrath Candy-
33657,0008 Candy- 161,000162 Poliwrath Candy-
33.5667,0008 Candy- 168,000170 Poliwrath Candy-
34677,0008 Candy- 175,000178 Poliwrath Candy-
34.5687,0008 Candy- 182,000186 Poliwrath Candy-
35698,00010 Candy- 190,000196 Poliwrath Candy-
35.5708,00010 Candy- 198,000206 Poliwrath Candy-
36718,00010 Candy- 206,000216 Poliwrath Candy-
36.5728,00010 Candy- 214,000226 Poliwrath Candy-
37739,00012 Candy- 223,000238 Poliwrath Candy-
37.5749,00012 Candy- 232,000250 Poliwrath Candy-
38759,00012 Candy- 241,000262 Poliwrath Candy-
38.5769,00012 Candy- 250,000274 Poliwrath Candy-
397710,00015 Candy- 260,000289 Poliwrath Candy-
39.57810,00015 Candy- 270,000304 Poliwrath Candy-
407910,000- 10 Poliwrath Candy XL280,000304 Poliwrath Candy10 Poliwrath Candy XL
40.58010,000- 10 Poliwrath Candy XL290,000304 Poliwrath Candy20 Poliwrath Candy XL
418111,000- 10 Poliwrath Candy XL301,000304 Poliwrath Candy30 Poliwrath Candy XL
41.58211,000- 10 Poliwrath Candy XL312,000304 Poliwrath Candy40 Poliwrath Candy XL
428311,000- 12 Poliwrath Candy XL323,000304 Poliwrath Candy52 Poliwrath Candy XL
42.58411,000- 12 Poliwrath Candy XL334,000304 Poliwrath Candy64 Poliwrath Candy XL
438512,000- 12 Poliwrath Candy XL346,000304 Poliwrath Candy76 Poliwrath Candy XL
43.58612,000- 12 Poliwrath Candy XL358,000304 Poliwrath Candy88 Poliwrath Candy XL
448712,000- 15 Poliwrath Candy XL370,000304 Poliwrath Candy103 Poliwrath Candy XL
44.58812,000- 15 Poliwrath Candy XL382,000304 Poliwrath Candy118 Poliwrath Candy XL
458913,000- 15 Poliwrath Candy XL395,000304 Poliwrath Candy133 Poliwrath Candy XL
45.59013,000- 15 Poliwrath Candy XL408,000304 Poliwrath Candy148 Poliwrath Candy XL
469113,000- 17 Poliwrath Candy XL421,000304 Poliwrath Candy165 Poliwrath Candy XL
46.59213,000- 17 Poliwrath Candy XL434,000304 Poliwrath Candy182 Poliwrath Candy XL
479314,000- 17 Poliwrath Candy XL448,000304 Poliwrath Candy199 Poliwrath Candy XL
47.59414,000- 17 Poliwrath Candy XL462,000304 Poliwrath Candy216 Poliwrath Candy XL
489514,000- 20 Poliwrath Candy XL476,000304 Poliwrath Candy236 Poliwrath Candy XL
48.59614,000- 20 Poliwrath Candy XL490,000304 Poliwrath Candy256 Poliwrath Candy XL
499715,000- 20 Poliwrath Candy XL505,000304 Poliwrath Candy276 Poliwrath Candy XL
49.59815,000- 20 Poliwrath Candy XL520,000304 Poliwrath Candy296 Poliwrath Candy XL

Poliwrath family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Poliwrath in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

Poliwag Pokémon GOPoliwag
Poliwhirl Pokémon GOPoliwhirl
Poliwrath Pokémon GOPoliwrath
Politoed Pokémon GOPolitoed
Shadow Poliwag Pokémon GOShadow Poliwag
Shadow Poliwhirl Pokémon GOShadow Poliwhirl
Shadow Poliwrath Pokémon GOShadow Poliwrath
Shadow Politoed Pokémon GOShadow Politoed

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
Poliwrath Pokémon GOPoliwrath Pokémon GOPoliwrath Pokémon GOScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmPoliwrath Pokémon GOPoliwrath Pokémon GO
0.64 m0.65 m1.3 m1.95 m2.28 m

Poliwrath's height ranges from 0.64 m to 2.28 m, with the average being 1.3 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Poliwrath in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.637 m0.65 m
2′01″2′02″
XS0.65 m1.3 m
2′02″4′03″
M0.975 m1.625 m
3′02″5′04″
XL1.625 m1.95 m
5′04″6′05″
XXL1.95 m2.275 m
6′05″7′06″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer11s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer4s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

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Regular and Shiny Poliwrath

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Poliwrath Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueAn adept swimmer at both the front crawl and breast stroke. Easily overtakes the best human swimmers.
YellowSwims powerfully using all the muscles in its body. It can even overtake champion swimmers.
GoldThis strong and skilled swimmer is even capable of crossing the Pacific Ocean just by kicking.
SilverAlthough an ener­ getic, skilled swimmer that uses all of its mus­ cles, it lives on dry land.
CrystalIt can use its well-developed arms and legs to run on the surface of the water for a split second.
Ruby, SapphirePOLIWRATH’s highly developed, brawny muscles never grow fatigued, however much it exercises. It is so tirelessly strong, this POKéMON can swim back and forth across the Pacific Ocean without effort.
EmeraldIts highly developed muscles never grow fatigued, however much it exercises. This POKéMON can swim back and forth across the Pacific Ocean without effort.
FireRedAn adept swimmer, it knows the front crawl, butterfly, and more. It is faster than the best human swimmers.
LeafGreenA swimmer adept at both the front crawl and breaststroke. Easily overtakes the best human swimmers.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2With its extremely tough muscles, it can keep swimming in the Pacific Ocean without resting.
HeartGoldThis strong and skilled swimmer is even capable of crossing the Pacific Ocean just by kicking.
SoulSilverAlthough an energetic, skilled swimmer that uses all of its muscles, it lives on dry land.
XWith its extremely tough muscles, it can keep swimming in the Pacific Ocean without resting.
YA swimmer adept at both the front crawl and breaststroke. Easily overtakes the best human swimmers.
Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphirePoliwrath’s highly developed, brawny muscles never grow fatigued, however much it exercises. It is so tirelessly strong, this Pokémon can swim back and forth across the ocean without effort.
SunPoliwrath in the Alola region are strong swimmers that use the breaststroke. Many children learn to swim by imitating Poliwrath.
MoonIts percentage of body fat is nearly zero. Its body is entirely muscle, which makes it heavy and forces its swimming prowess to develop.
Ultra SunIt’s quite a gifted swimmer, even among Water-type Pokémon, but it normally spends its time on land.
Ultra MoonThe muscles it has developed through swimming are thick and powerful. When it lands a square punch, it can turn huge boulders to dust.
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Swims powerfully using all the muscles in its body. It can even overtake world-class swimmers.
SwordIts body is solid muscle. When swimming through cold seas, Poliwrath uses its impressive arms to smash through drift ice and plow forward.
ShieldPoliwrath is skilled at both swimming and martial arts. It uses its well-trained arms to dish out powerful punches.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Poliwrath’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Water and Fighting-type Pokémon, Poliwrath is weak to Electric, Fairy, Flying, Grass, and Psychic-type moves.

What are the best moves for Poliwrath in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Poliwrath in Pokémon GO are Counter and Dynamic Punch. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 11.656 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 270.552.

How does Poliwrath perform in Raids?

Poliwrath's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

How does Poliwrath rank as a Water-type attacker?

Poliwrath is a D-Tier Water-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

How does Poliwrath rank as a Fighting-type attacker?

Poliwrath is a D-Tier Fighting-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Poliwrath?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Poliwrath: Mega Blastoise, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Swampert, Mega Sharpedo, Primal Kyogre, Mega Greninja, Mega Heracross, Mega Blaziken, Mega Medicham, Mega Staraptor, Mega Lopunny, Mega Lucario, Mega Gallade, Mega Chesnaught, and Mega Falinks.

What is Poliwrath’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Poliwrath’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2586 CP and 2923 CP at Level 50.

Can Poliwrath be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Poliwrath can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Poliwrath Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Poliwrath cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

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