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Hydrapple

HydrappleGrass Dragon
  • sunny
  • windy
Hydrapple is available in Pokémon GO
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Hydrapple is a Grass and Dragon-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,234 CP and is weak to Ice, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, and Poison-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Dragon Tail / Outrage. It is boosted by Sunny and Windy weather. Its shiny form is not yet available.

Hydrapple Stats and Max CP

216 ATK
186 DEF
235 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3656 CP
Lvl 40
3234 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2310 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
1848 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1386 CP

Hydrapple's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Hydrapple PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Hydrapple is a heavy investment in Pokémon GO, considering the rigorous evolution requirements. Unfortunately, all that time and effort doesn't bring any returns as such, with this Grass/Dragon Pokémon not being viable in either of its typings.

It is somewhat functional as a Dragon type due to its low but useful ATK but that's only when you want to use it in easy battles like weakened Gyms or lower tier Raids, but ultimately, it's an interesting Pokédex addition with some degree of viability.

⚔️ Raids

Hydrapple is heavily outclassed both as a Grass and Dragon type attacker. It is decent in the Dragon-type role and can improve if its signature move Fickle Beam ends up getting good stats. However, even that wouldn't help Hydrapple compete with Pseudo Legendaries like Dragonite and Garchomp unless it's way too overpowered.

There's also a Grass-type move called Syrup Bomb that can possibly improve its prospects, and quite honestly, if done right, Syrup Bomb could make Hydrapple a pretty good Grass Pokémon.

At the time of its release, Hydrapple is similar to Serperior, and is better than Meganium, Victreebel, and Lilligant. As a Dragon type, it is similar to Tyrantrum, and Pokémon like Baxcalibur and Giratina Origin are better.

🛡️ Gyms

Even though it is bulky, the Grass/Dragon typing hands it six weaknesses, including a double weakness to Ice. As such, it isn't a dependable Gym defender.

Hydrapple PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Hydrapple’s Grass/Dragon typing comes in handy when you consider its resistance to Ground, and double resistances to Grass, Water, and Electric. Naturally, this gets its wins against Blastoise, Gastrodon, Feraligatr, Stunfisk, Diggersby, Steelix, Morpeko, and Charjabug. At the same time, it is unable to beat the dreaded Azumarill, the menace called Empoleon, and classic Ice wielding Lapras and Dewgong.

Hydrapple ends up being less of a threat than Flapple, which itself isn't too viable in the first place! Overall, this Pokémon is a disappointment in the Great League.

🟡 Ultra League

No surprises here again as Hydrapple has advantages against the expected crowd of Water and Ground types, while also beating Lapras, Nidoqueen, and Armored Mewtwo. In fact, it performs less impressively than its Grass/Dragon peers Flapple and Alolan Exeggutor. Not a good look at all for Hydrapple.

🟣 Master League

The Master League is filled with bigger and stronger Dragons as well as oppressive Fairies, all of which Hydrapple stands no chance against. It does grab some expected wins against Kyogre, Rhyperior, and Landorus Therian, and some nice ones against Black Kyurem and Zekrom. It's overall very underwhelming still, and not a Pokémon you should opt for if you're looking to increase your chances of winning in this format.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
Gym DefenderGym Defender
#31
GrassGrass-type
#64
DragonDragon-type
#57
Great LeagueGreat League
#673
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#486
Master LeagueMaster League
#228

Hydrapple Type Chart

Hydrapple takes increased damage from:Hydrapple takes increased damage from:

IceIce256.0%
BugBug160.0%
DragonDragon160.0%
FairyFairy160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
PoisonPoison160.0%

Hydrapple takes reduced damage from:Hydrapple takes reduced damage from:

ElectricElectric39.1%
GrassGrass39.1%
WaterWater39.1%
GroundGround62.5%

Hydrapple best moveset

Moves

Dragon Tail + Outrage

Dragon
DragonDragon Tail
DragonOutrage
Hydrapple's best Dragon-type moveset is Dragon Tail / Outrage, with 13.46 DPS and 356.3 TDO. These moves are boosted by Windy weather. Hydrapple ranks #57 (C Tier) as a Dragon attacker with that moveset.

Bullet Seed + Seed Bomb

Grass
GrassBullet Seed
GrassSeed Bomb
Hydrapple's best Grass-type moveset is Bullet Seed / Seed Bomb, with 11.56 DPS and 305.9 TDO. These moves are boosted by Sunny weather. Hydrapple ranks #64 (C Tier) as a Grass attacker with that moveset.
1.DragonDragon TailDragonOutrage12.3313.46356.3
2.DragonDragon TailGrassSeed Bomb11.8912.98343.6
3.DragonDragon TailDragonDragon Pulse11.6012.66335.1
4.RockRolloutDragonOutrage11.4712.52331.4
5.GrassBullet SeedDragonOutrage11.3112.34326.7
6.RockRolloutGrassSeed Bomb10.7911.78311.9
7.GrassBullet SeedGrassSeed Bomb10.5811.56305.9
8.RockRolloutDragonDragon Pulse10.5111.48303.8
1–8 of 9

Fast Attacks

  • DragonDragon Tail1481.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Tail
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage14
    Energy8
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage9
    Energy12

    Effects
    Dragon Tail has no special effects.
    See Dragon Tail details page ↗
  • GrassBullet Seed7131.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Bullet Seed
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage7
    Energy13
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage5
    Energy13

    Effects
    Bullet Seed has no special effects.
    See Bullet Seed details page ↗
  • RockRollout15191.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Rollout
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage15
    Energy19
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration1.5s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage7
    Energy13

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

Charged Attacks

  • DragonOutrage110504.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Outrage
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage110
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window2.6s - 3.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy60

    Effects
    Outrage has no special effects.
    See Outrage details page ↗
  • DragonDragon Pulse90503.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Pulse
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration3.5s
    Damage window2.0s - 3.2s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy55

    Effects
    Dragon Pulse has no special effects.
    See Dragon Pulse details page ↗
  • GrassSeed Bomb55332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Seed Bomb
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GroundGround
      • RockRock
      • WaterWater
    • 62.5%
      • FlyingFlying
      • PoisonPoison
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • GrassGrass
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage55
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy40

    Effects
    Seed Bomb has no special effects.
    See Seed Bomb details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Hydrapple's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Hydrapple'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 Hydrapple has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Hydrapple CP Chart

CP Chart

Hydrapple reaches a maximum of 3,234 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,767–1,848 CP, rising to 2,209–2,310 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,325–1,386 CP.

Max CPMax CP3234 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1325 CP - 1386 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1767 CP - 1848 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1767 CP - 1848 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2209 CP - 2310 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

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
145 CP2143 CP3240 CP
4338 CP5436 CP6533 CP
7631 CP8729 CP9826 CP
10924 CP111016 CP121109 CP
131201 CP141293 CP151386 CP
161478 CP171570 CP181663 CP
191755 CP201848 CP211940 CP
222032 CP232125 CP242217 CP
252310 CP262402 CP272495 CP
282587 CP292679 CP302772 CP
312818 CP322864 CP332910 CP
342957 CP353003 CP363049 CP
373095 CP383141 CP393187 CP
403234 CP413275 CP423316 CP
433358 CP443399 CP453442 CP
463484 CP473526 CP483569 CP
493612 CP503656 CP

Pokédex information

Paldea
Pokédex Number#1019
Height1.8 m
Weight93 kg
RegionGeneration 9
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedNo
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust800
Additional Move Cost
Candy75
Stardust75000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
ApplinApplin
  • 200 Candy200 Candy
  • 20 Syrupy Apples
DipplinDipplin
DipplinDipplin
  • 400 Candy400 Candy
  • Special Requirement IconCatch 7 Dragon-type Pokémon
HydrappleHydrapple
  • Applin evolves into Dipplin which costs 200 Candy. You need to use 20 Syrupy Apples to evolve.
  • Dipplin evolves into Hydrapple which costs 400 Candy. Catch 7 Dragon-type Pokémon

Mega Pokémon that boost Hydrapple

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Hydrapple's Grass and Dragon-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Hydrapple.

Grass Grass

Dragon Dragon

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

Hydrapple Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Hydrapple 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 Hydrapple in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Calculator

Hydrapple family

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

ApplinApplin
FlappleFlapple
AppletunAppletun
DipplinDipplin
HydrappleHydrapple
Gigantamax Flapple (Gigantamax)Gigantamax Flapple
Gigantamax Appletun (Gigantamax)Gigantamax Appletun

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
HydrappleHydrappleHydrappleScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmHydrappleHydrapple
0.88 m0.9 m1.8 m2.7 m2.79 m

Hydrapple's height ranges from 0.88 m to 2.79 m, with the average being 1.8 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 Hydrapple in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.882 m0.9 m
2′11″2′11″
XS0.9 m1.8 m
2′11″5′11″
M1.35 m2.25 m
4′05″7′05″
XL2.25 m2.7 m
7′05″8′10″
XXL2.7 m2.79 m
8′10″9′02″

Encounter data

Movement type
Movement Timer0
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer0
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance0.5
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Hydrapple

Hydrapple high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Hydrapple. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Official artwork

Hydrapple Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

HydrappleHydrappleHydrappleHydrapple

Hydrapple Pokédex entries

Paldea
VersionsPokédex entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Hydrapple’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Grass and Dragon-type Pokémon, Hydrapple is especially weak against Ice-type moves, and weak against Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, and Poison-type moves.

What are the best moves for Hydrapple in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Hydrapple in Pokémon GO are Dragon Tail and Outrage. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 13.459 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 356.265.

How does Hydrapple perform in Raids?

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

How does Hydrapple rank as a Grass-type attacker?

Hydrapple is a C-Tier Grass-type attacker, ranking at number #64. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

How does Hydrapple rank as a Dragon-type attacker?

Hydrapple is a C-Tier Dragon-type attacker, ranking at number #57. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

What Mega Pokémon boost Hydrapple?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Hydrapple: Mega Venusaur, Mega Victreebel, Mega Sceptile, Primal Groudon, Mega Abomasnow, Mega Chesnaught, Mega Charizard X, Mega Dragonite, Mega Ampharos, Mega Sceptile, Mega Altaria, Mega Salamence, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Garchomp.

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

Hydrapple’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3234 CP and 3656 CP at Level 50.

Can Hydrapple be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Hydrapple cannot be shiny in Pokémon GO.

Can Hydrapple Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Hydrapple cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.