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Cottonee is a Grass/Fairy-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#546, Generation 5). With a max CP of 791 and base stats of 71/111/120 (Atk/Def/Sta), Cottonee has a total stat product of 302.
Cottonee is weak to Poison, Fire, Flying, Ice, Steel-type moves (double weak to Poison). It resists Dragon, Dark, Electric, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Water-type attacks. Cottonee is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Charm (13.3 DPS), while Charm generates energy the fastest (7.3 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Cottonee as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsCottonee is not currently available as a raid boss. When Cottonee returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Cottonee from raids would have 400 CP at level 20, or 500 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Cottonee
Cottonee is weak to Poison, Fire, Flying, Ice, Steel-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Cottonee
Cottonee can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
Walking Cottonee as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.
Cottonee Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Cottonee in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Cottonee from raids or eggs will show 400 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Cottonee is a Grass/Fairy-type Pokemon with a stat total of 302. With its bulk spread of 111 Defense and 120 Stamina, Cottonee has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Cottonee's double weakness to Poison-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Cottonee very quickly.
Cottonee'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. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Cottonee much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Cottonee?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Cottonee is a Grass/Fairy-type Pokemon with base stats of 71/111/120 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 791. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Cottonee 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.