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Budew

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

Grass Poison
Max CP 968 Razor Leaf + Grass Knot Sunny Cloudy
Luxray | Roserade
Budew Pokemon GO sprite

Budew is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#406, Generation 4). With a max CP of 968 and base stats of 91/109/120 (Atk/Def/Sta), Budew has a total stat product of 320.

Budew is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. It resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water-type attacks. Budew is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
968
Lv.40: 856 Lv.50: 968
Attack 91
Defense 109
Stamina 120
Total 320
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 4 · Sinnoh 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy
Grass type

Type Chart

Weak to
Fire
Fire
+60%
Flying
Flying
+60%
Ice
Ice
+60%
Psychic
Psychic
+60%

Moves

Fast Moves

Normal
Hidden Power
10
DPS
15.0 PWR 15 EN 1.5s DUR 10 EPS Partly Cloudy
Grass
Razor Leaf STAB
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 7 EN 1.0s DUR 7 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Grass
Energy Ball STAB Buff
22.5
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 4.0s DUR
Grass
Grass Knot STAB
36
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Razor Leaf (13 DPS), while Hidden Power generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).

Evolution

Roselia Pokemon GO
Roselia
100 Candy
Sinnoh Stone
Roserade Pokemon GO
Roserade
Budew Pokemon GO
Budew
25 Candy
Roselia Pokemon GO
Roselia

Forms & Variants

Roselia Pokemon GO
Roselia
Budew Pokemon GO
Budew
Roserade Pokemon GO
Roserade

Raid Guide

Budew as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Budew is not currently available as a raid boss. When Budew returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Budew from raids would have 489 CP at level 20, or 611 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

View full raid guide →

Best Counters to Beat Budew

Shadow Mewtwo
Shadow Mewtwo
Confusion + Psystrike
64.2 DPS
#1
Mega Alakazam
Mega Alakazam
Confusion + Psychic
61.8 DPS
#2
Mega Blaziken
Mega Blaziken
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
60.6 DPS
#3
Blacephalon
Blacephalon
Incinerate + 491
59.9 DPS
#4
Mega Charizard Y
Mega Charizard Y
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
58.9 DPS
#5
Shadow Chandelure
Shadow Chandelure
Fire Spin + Overheat
57.2 DPS
#6
Shadow Salamence
Shadow Salamence
Fire Fang + Fly
57.0 DPS
#7
Mega Rayquaza
Mega Rayquaza
Air Slash + Hurricane
56.1 DPS
#8
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Fire Fang + Overheat
55.6 DPS
#9
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Shadow Tornadus (Therian)
Gust + Bleakwind Storm
55.4 DPS
#10

Budew is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Budew

Budew can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

Walking Budew as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Budew Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
19 – 740 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
19 – 801 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
459 – 501 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
571 – 624 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
459 – 501 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
347 – 379 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
459 – 501 CP

A 100% IV Budew from raids or eggs will show 489 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Budew is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with a stat total of 320. With its bulk spread of 109 Defense and 120 Stamina, Budew has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves when using Budew. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Budew's performance.

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

Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy.

Should I Invest in Budew?

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
Budew is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with base stats of 91/109/120 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 968. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Budew 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 Budew in Pokemon GO?
Budew has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Budew 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 Budew's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Budew is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. On the other hand, Budew resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Budew 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 Budew's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Budew's maximum CP is 968 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 856 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. Budew's CP is calculated from its base stats: 91 Attack, 109 Defense, and 120 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 Budew caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 489 CP, or 611 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Budew?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Budew has the following CP at key levels: 367 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 489 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 611 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 968 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Budew, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Budew 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 Budew in Pokemon GO?
Budew can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Budew can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Budew be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Budew'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 Budew availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 12 CP
L5 115 CP
L10 244 CP
L15 367 CP
L20 489 CP
L25 611 CP
L30 734 CP
L35 795 CP
L40 856 CP
L50 968 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #406
Generation Gen 4
Region Sinnoh
Height 0.20 m
Weight 1.20 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 10,000 Dust / 25 Candy