How do you get Appletun in Pokemon GO?

Appletun can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Appletun as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

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Appletun

Q: What are Appletun's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Appletun is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon weak to Ice, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Poison-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Ice-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Appletun, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Appletun resists Electric, Grass, Water, Ground-type moves.

Q: What is Appletun's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Appletun's maximum CP is 2,772 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,452 at level 40. Its base stats are 178 Attack, 146 Defense, and 242 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 566. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Appletun?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Appletun has 1401 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1751 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,772 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Appletun showing 1401 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Appletun be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Appletun availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Grass Dragon

Max CP 2,772 Astonish + Outrage Sunny Windy

Flapple | Silicobra

Appletun is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Galar region (#842, Generation 8). With a max CP of 2,772 and base stats of 178/146/242 (Atk/Def/Sta), Appletun has a total stat product of 566.

Appletun is weak to Ice, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Poison-type moves (double weak to Ice). It resists Electric, Grass, Water, Ground-type attacks. Appletun is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP

2,772

Lv.40: 2,452 Lv.50: 2,772

Attack 178

Defense 146

Stamina 242

Total 566

Buddy 5.0 km Gen 8 · Galar 2nd Move: 75,000 Dust · 75 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Astonish

DPS

7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Fog

Bullet Seed STAB

DPS

7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Dragon Pulse STAB

25.7

DPS

90.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR

Energy Ball STAB Buff

22.5

DPS

90.0 PWR 50 EN 4.0s DUR

Outrage STAB

27.5

DPS

110.0 PWR 50 EN 4.0s DUR

Seed Bomb STAB

27.5

DPS

55.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Astonish (7 DPS), while Astonish generates energy the fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Applin

200 Candy

Other Evolution Stone Maple B

Flapple

Applin

200 Candy

Other Evolution Stone Maple A

Appletun

Applin

200 Candy

Other Evolution Stone Maple C

Dipplin

400 Candy

Hydrapple

Forms & Variants

Raid Guide

Appletun as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Appletun is not currently available as a raid boss. When Appletun returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Appletun from raids would have 1401 CP at level 20, or 1751 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Appletun

Kyurem (White)

Ice Fang + Blizzard

59.5 DPS

Shadow Darmanitan (Galarian standard)

Ice Fang + Avalanche

57.6 DPS

Shadow Weavile

Ice Shard + Avalanche

55.5 DPS

Shadow Mamoswine

Powder Snow + Avalanche

Dragon Tail + Blizzard

Darmanitan (Galarian standard)

Ice Fang + Avalanche

48.3 DPS

Mega Glalie

Ice Shard + Avalanche

48.1 DPS

Mega Rayquaza

Dragon Tail + Breaking Swipe

47.8 DPS

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Appletun is weak to Ice, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Poison-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Appletun

Appletun evolves from Applin using 200 Candy and a Other Evolution Stone Maple A.

Walking Appletun as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Appletun Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Appletun in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

61 – 2,119 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

61 – 2,294 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,363 – 1,436 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,696 – 1,786 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,363 – 1,436 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,031 – 1,085 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,363 – 1,436 CP

A 100% IV Appletun from raids or eggs will show 1,401 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Appletun is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 566. With its bulk spread of 146 Defense and 242 Stamina, Appletun has solid survivability in battles.

Be careful of Appletun's double weakness to Ice-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Appletun very quickly.

Appletun's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Appletun much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Appletun?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)

135,000 Stardust

15 Candy

Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)

0 Stardust

0 XL Candy

Total (20 → 50)

135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Appletun is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon with base stats of 178/146/242 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,772. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Appletun may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Appletun in Pokemon GO?

Appletun has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Appletun for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.

What are Appletun's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Appletun is weak to Ice, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Poison-type moves. It has a double weakness to Ice, taking 156% more damage from these types. When battling Appletun, prioritize using Ice-type attackers to exploit this double weakness for maximum effectiveness. On the other hand, Appletun resists Electric, Grass, Water, Ground-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Appletun effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.

What is Appletun's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Appletun's maximum CP is 2,772 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,452 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Appletun's CP is calculated from its base stats: 178 Attack, 146 Defense, and 242 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Appletun caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,401 CP, or 1,751 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Appletun?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Appletun has the following CP at key levels: 1,050 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,401 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,751 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,772 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Appletun, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Appletun ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.

How to get Appletun in Pokemon GO?

Appletun is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Applin with 200 Candy + Other Evolution Stone Maple A). Appletun can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Can Appletun be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Appletun's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Appletun availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 34 CP

L5 330 CP

L10 700 CP

L15 1,050 CP

L20 1,401 CP

L25 1,751 CP

L30 2,101 CP

L35 2,276 CP

L40 2,452 CP

L50 2,772 CP

L1 34

L2 108

L3 182

L4 256

L5 330

L6 404

L7 478

L8 552

L9 626

L10 700

L11 770

L12 840

L13 910

L14 980

L15 1,050

L16 1,120

L17 1,191

L18 1,261

L19 1,331

L20 1,401

L21 1,471

L22 1,541

L23 1,611

L24 1,681

L25 1,751

L26 1,821

L27 1,891

L28 1,961

L29 2,031

L30 2,101

L31 2,136

L32 2,171

L33 2,206

L34 2,241

L35 2,276

L36 2,311

L37 2,346

L38 2,381

L39 2,416

L40 2,452

L41 2,483

L42 2,514

L43 2,545

L44 2,577

L45 2,609

L46 2,641

L47 2,673

L48 2,706

L49 2,739

L50 2,772

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #842

Generation Gen 8

Region Galar

Height 0.40 m

Weight 13.00 kg

Buddy Distance 5.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 75,000 Dust / 75 Candy