Rufflet

Official artwork of RuffletNormal Flying Shiny Pokémon icon
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Rufflet is a Normal and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 1686 CP. Rufflet best moveset in Pokémon GO is Peck and Fly. Shiny Rufflet is available in Pokémon GO. Rufflet is boosted by Partly Cloudy and Windy weather.

Rufflet is weak to Electric, Ice, and Rock moves. It is strong against Bug, Grass, Ghost, and Ground moves.

Stats

Max CP
1686 CP
Attack
150 ATK
Defense
97 DEF
Stamina
172 STA
Weather Boost
  • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
  • windyWindy
Released
Yes Yes
Shiny released
Rufflet can be Shiny in Pokémon GO Yes
Buddy distance
5 km
Can Dynamax
No No
Max Battles Tier
-Star

Rufflet weaknesses and resistances

Weaknesses

  • ElectricElectric160.0%
  • IceIce160.0%
  • RockRock160.0%

Resistances

  • GhostGhost39.1%
  • GroundGround39.1%
  • BugBug62.5%
  • GrassGrass62.5%
More informationMore information
  • Rufflet takes increased damage from Electric, Ice, and Rock type moves.
  • Rufflet takes reduced damage from Ghost, Ground, Bug, and Grass type moves.
  • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

Rufflet's best moves and movesets

Moves

Rufflet's best moveset is Peck and Fly, with 10.93 DPS (damage per second) and 158.8 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Windy weather.

Best Rufflet moves
DPS10.93
TDO158.82
Score13.1
Weather Boost
  • windy

Rufflet moves comparison

      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.FlyingPeck FlyingFly 10.93158.813.1
      2.FlyingPeck FlyingBrave Bird 10.33150.112.4
      3.FlyingWing Attack FlyingFly 10.05146.012.1
      4.FlyingWing Attack FlyingBrave Bird 9.21133.811.1
      5.FlyingPeck FlyingAerial Ace 8.81128.010.6
      6.FlyingWing Attack FlyingAerial Ace 8.28120.49.9
      7.FlyingPeck RockRock Tomb 7.69111.89.2
      8.FlyingWing Attack RockRock Tomb 7.10103.18.5

      Fast Attacks

      • FlyingWing AttackDamage8Energy9Duration0.8s
        Toggle more information for move: Wing Attack
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage8
        Energy9
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration0.8s
        Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage5
        Energy7

        Effects
        Wing Attack has no special effects.
        See Wing Attack details page ↗
      • FlyingPeckDamage10Energy10Duration1.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Peck
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage10
        Energy10
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration1.0s
        Damage window0.5s - 0.9s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage6
        Energy5

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

      Charged Moves

      • FlyingAerial AceDamage55Energy33Duration2.4s
        Toggle more information for move: Aerial Ace
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage55
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration2.4s
        Damage window1.9s - 2.2s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage55
        Energy40

        Effects
        Aerial Ace has no special effects.
        See Aerial Ace details page ↗
      • RockRock TombDamage70Energy50Duration3.2s
        Toggle more information for move: Rock Tomb
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FlyingFlying
          • BugBug
          • FireFire
          • IceIce
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • GroundGround
          • SteelSteel
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage70
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
        Duration3.2s
        Damage window2.3s - 3.0s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage70
        Energy60

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Rock Tomb has a 100.0% chance to:

        • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
        See Rock Tomb details page ↗
      • FlyingBrave BirdDamage130Energy100Duration2.0s
        Toggle more information for move: Brave Bird
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage130
        Energy100
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.0s - 1.6s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage130
        Energy55

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Brave Bird has a 100.0% chance to:

        • Decrease User's Defense by 42.9%
        See Brave Bird details page ↗
      • FlyingFlyDamage80Energy50Duration1.8s
        Toggle more information for move: Fly
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage80
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration1.8s
        Damage window1.2s - 1.5s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage80
        Energy45

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

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

      If you are unable to get Rufflet with its best moveset, we recommend to use Peck/Brave Bird. You will lose around 5.5% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Rufflet's strongest moveset (Peck/Fly).

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

      Rufflet's PvE and PvP Ranking

      Shiny Pokémon icon
      RoleTier
      Flying Flying-type Attacker
      Peck / Fly
      F TierExternal Link#81
      Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked

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      Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Max CP values in Raids, Eggs, Field Research

      Rufflet's has 1686 max CP (at Level 50). A Rufflet obtained from Raids can be encountered from 796 CP to 852 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 996 CP to 1065 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Rufflet can be found in the 597 CP to 639 CP range.

      Max CPMax CP1686 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch597 CP - 639 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs796 CP - 852 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids796 CP - 852 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaidsWeather Boost
      • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
      • windyWindy
      996 CP - 1065 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 guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

      Mega Pokémon that boost Rufflet

      Photobomb

      A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Rufflet's Normal and Flying-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Rufflet.

      Normal Normal

      Flying Flying

      Pokédex informationMore information

      Mega and Primal Raid BonusMega 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 BonusWhile 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.

      Max CP Chart

      CP Chart

      Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

      LVLCPLVLCPLVLCP
      121 CP266 CP3111 CP
      4156 CP5201 CP6246 CP
      7291 CP8336 CP9381 CP
      10426 CP11468 CP12511 CP
      13554 CP14596 CP15639 CP
      16681 CP17724 CP18767 CP
      19809 CP20852 CP21894 CP
      22937 CP23980 CP241022 CP
      251065 CP261107 CP271150 CP
      281193 CP291235 CP301278 CP
      311299 CP321321 CP331342 CP
      341363 CP351384 CP361406 CP
      371427 CP381448 CP391470 CP
      401491 CP411510 CP421529 CP
      431548 CP441567 CP451587 CP
      461606 CP471626 CP481646 CP
      491666 CP501686 CP

      Rufflet evolution chart

      Family
      PokémonRequiresEvolution
      Thumbnail image of RuffletRufflet
      • Candy Icon50 Candy
      Thumbnail image of BraviaryBraviary
      • Rufflet evolves into Braviary which costs 50 Candy.

      Pokédex information

      Unova
      Pokédex Number#627
      Height0.5 m
      Weight10.5 kg
      RegionUnova Generation 5
      Can be tradedAllowed
      Pokémon Home transferAllowed
      Base Catch Rate20%
      Base Flee Rate0%
      Catch rewards
      3 Candy
      100 Stardust
      Additional Move Cost
      75 Candy
      75000 Candy

      Encounter data

      Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
      Movement Timer10s
      Jump Time1s
      Attack Probability10.0%
      Attack Timer29s
      Dodge Probability15.0%
      Dodge Duration0.0s
      Dodge Distance1
      Min Action Frequency1s
      Max Action Frequency2s

      Catch Rates

      Catch Rates

      The base catch rate for Rufflet in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

      CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                -16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                -24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                - 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                - 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Rufflet, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                Catch rate formula

                Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                Catch rate multipliers

                The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                MultiplierAmount
                Razz Berry1.5
                Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                Golden Razz Berry2.5
                Curveball1.7
                Nice Throw1.15
                Great Throw1.5
                Excellent Throw1.85
                PokéBall1.0
                Premier Ball1.0
                Great Ball1.5
                Ultra Ball2.0
                Bronze medal1.1
                Silver medal1.2
                Gold medal1.3

                Rufflet family

                Family

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

                Official artwork of RuffletRufflet
                Official artwork of BraviaryBraviary
                Official artwork of Hisuian BraviaryHisuian Braviary

                List of Rufflet costumes

                Photobomb

                A list of Rufflet costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available

                Rufflet high resolution sprites

                Photobomb

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

                Wallpaper

                RuffletRuffletRuffletRufflet

                Rufflet Pokédex entries

                Unova
                VersionsPokédex entry
                BlackThey crush berries with their talons. They bravely stand up to any opponent, no matter how strong it is.
                WhiteThey will challenge anything, even strong opponents, without fear. Their frequent fights help them become stronger.
                Black 2, White 2It stands up to massive opponents, not out of courage, but out of recklessness. But that is how it gets stronger.
                X, Omega RubyThey crush berries with their talons. They bravely stand up to any opponent, no matter how strong it is.
                Y, Alpha SapphireThey will challenge anything, even strong opponents, without fear. Their frequent fights help them become stronger.
                SunThey pick fights indiscriminately. They grow stronger and more powerful each time they faint or are injured.
                MoonWith its sharp claws, this Pokémon pierces its prey, and then it pecks at them. Although it also consumes berries, it’s a carnivore at heart.
                Ultra SunWith its powerful legs and sturdy claws, it can crack even the hard shells of Shellder and pluck out their insides.
                Ultra MoonKnown as a natural-born warrior, soon after its hatching, it will challenge its parent to a fight in order to gain their acceptance.
                SwordIf it spies a strong Pokémon, Rufflet can’t resist challenging it to a battle. But if Rufflet loses, it starts bawling.
                ShieldA combative Pokémon, it’s ready to pick a fight with anyone. It has talons that can crush hard berries.
                Legends: ArceusIts chick-like looks belie its hotheadedness. It challenges its parents at every opportunity, desperate to prove its strength.

                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Rufflet’s strengths and weaknesses?

                Rufflet is a Normal and Flying-type Pokémon and is weak to Electric, Ice, and Rock-type moves. Rufflet is strong against Bug, Grass, Ghost, and Ground-type moves.

                What are the best moves for Rufflet in Pokémon GO?

                The best moves for Rufflet in Pokémon GO are Peck and Fly. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 10.927 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 158.82.

                How does Rufflet perform in Raids?

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

                How does Rufflet rank as a Normal-type attacker?

                Rufflet's performance as a Normal-type attacker is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                How does Rufflet rank as a Flying-type attacker?

                Rufflet is an F-Tier Flying-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Rufflet?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Rufflet: Mega Pidgeot, Mega Kangaskhan, Mega Lopunny, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

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

                Rufflet’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1491 CP and 1686 CP at Level 50.

                Can Rufflet be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Rufflet can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                Can Rufflet Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Rufflet cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.