Bisharp Pokemon GO — Max CP 3,215, Base Stats & Evolution

Q: Is Bisharp good in Pokemon GO?

Bisharp has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 3,215 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Bisharp in Pokemon GO?

Bisharp has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

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

Bisharp is a Dark/Steel-type Pokemon weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Fighting-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Bisharp, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Bisharp resists Psychic, Poison, Dark, Dragon, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel-type moves.

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

Bisharp's maximum CP is 3,215 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,844 at level 40. Its base stats are 232 Attack, 176 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 571. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Bisharp?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Bisharp has 1625 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2031 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,215 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Bisharp showing 1625 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Bisharp in Pokemon GO?

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

Q: Can Bisharp be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Bisharp 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

Highest damage: Metal Claw Focus Blast

Same-type attack bonus on Metal Claw. Focus Blast costs 100 energy for 140 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Bisharp takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fighting2.56× Fire1.6× Ground1.6×

Resists

Psychic0.39× Poison0.39× Dark0.625× Dragon0.625× Flying0.625× Ghost0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Normal0.625× Rock0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 232

Defense 176

Stamina 163

Stat total: 571
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,625 CP

Editor's notes

Bisharp is not a GO Battle League staple, but it still has a place for collectors and raiders.

As a Dark/Steel-type Pokémon with 232/176/163 base stats, it fills a supporting role.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Bisharp is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Bisharp moves

2 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Metal Claw Best STAB	Steel	6	5	0.5s	12	10
Snarl STAB	Dark	11	13	1.0s	11	13

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Dark Pulse STAB	Dark	80	50	3.0s	26.7	1.60
Focus Blast Best	Fighting	140	100	3.5s	40	1.40
Iron Head STAB	Steel	60	50	2.0s	30	1.20
X Scissor	Bug	45	33	1.5s	30	1.36

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Metal Claw	Steel	5	7	1	5.00	7.00
Snarl	Dark	5	13	2	2.50	6.50

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Dark Pulse	Dark	80	50	1.60	—
Focus Blast	Fighting	150	75	2.00	—
Iron Head	Steel	70	50	1.40	—
X Scissor	Bug	65	40	1.63	—

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Metal Claw (12 DPS); Snarl builds energy fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Pawniard 50 Candy

Bisharp 100 Candy

Kingambit

Family

Pawniard

Bisharp This page

Kingambit

Raids

Not in raids

Status: Bisharp is not in the current raid rotation

Best counters against Bisharp

1

Mega BlazikenMega CounterAura Sphere 64.5DPS 934TDO 2

Mega LucarioMega Force PalmAura Sphere 63.8DPS 867TDO 3

Shadow BlazikenShadow CounterAura Sphere 56.3DPS 570TDO 4

Mega HeracrossMega CounterClose Combat 52.6DPS 1,012TDO 5

Mega AlakazamMega CounterFocus Blast 51.2DPS 701TDO 6

Shadow ConkeldurrShadow CounterDynamic Punch 49.5DPS 690TDO

Counters carrying Fighting, Fire, Ground moves deal the most damage.

How to get Bisharp

Evolve from: Pawniard · 50 Candy
Trading: Can be traded between trainers

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	71	2,458
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	71	2,661
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,588	1,666
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,975	2,072
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,588	1,666
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,200	1,259
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,588	1,666

Is Bisharp good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Bisharp has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Attack is its highest stat (232), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 75,000 Dust and 75 Candy, and with 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Fog and Snow weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	40
Lv 2	126
Lv 3	211
Lv 4	297
Lv 5	383
Lv 6	469
Lv 7	555
Lv 8	641
Lv 9	727
Lv 10	812
Lv 11	894
Lv 12	975
Lv 13	1,056

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,137
Lv 15	1,219
Lv 16	1,300
Lv 17	1,381
Lv 18	1,462
Lv 19	1,544
Lv 20	1,625
Lv 21	1,706
Lv 22	1,787
Lv 23	1,869
Lv 24	1,950
Lv 25	2,031
Lv 26	2,113

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	2,194
Lv 28	2,275
Lv 29	2,357
Lv 30	2,438
Lv 31	2,478
Lv 32	2,519
Lv 33	2,560
Lv 34	2,600
Lv 35	2,641
Lv 36	2,682
Lv 37	2,722
Lv 38	2,763
Lv 39	2,803

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,844
Lv 41	2,880
Lv 42	2,916
Lv 43	2,953
Lv 44	2,990
Lv 45	3,027
Lv 46	3,064
Lv 47	3,102
Lv 48	3,139
Lv 49	3,177
Lv 50	3,215

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0625
Height: 1.60 m
Weight: 70.00 kg
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 3 released forms
Game ID: V0625_POKEMON_BISHARP

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Bisharp in Pokemon GO?

Bisharp's best moveset is Metal Claw (fast) with Focus Blast (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Bisharp's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Bisharp takes super effective damage from Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves. It is double weak to Fighting (2.56× damage), so those attackers cut through it fastest. It resists Psychic, Poison, Dark, Dragon, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

What is Bisharp's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Bisharp reaches 3,215 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,844 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Bisharp?

A perfect 15/15/15 Bisharp shows 1,625 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 2,031 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Bisharp in Pokemon GO?

Evolve it from Pawniard (50 Candy). It can be traded between trainers.

Can Bisharp be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Bisharp depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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