How do you get Dipplin in Pokemon GO?

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

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Dipplin

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

Dipplin 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 Dipplin, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Dipplin resists Electric, Grass, Water, Ground-type moves.

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

Dipplin's maximum CP is 2,681 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,371 at level 40. Its base stats are 173 Attack, 184 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 547. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Dipplin?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Dipplin has 1355 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1694 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,681 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Dipplin showing 1355 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Dipplin be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Dipplin 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 2,681 Dragon Tail + Outrage Sunny Windy

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Dipplin is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Paldea region (#1011, Generation 9). With a max CP of 2,681 and base stats of 173/184/190 (Atk/Def/Sta), Dipplin has a total stat product of 547.

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

Stats

Max CP

2,681

Lv.40: 2,371 Lv.50: 2,681

Attack 173

Defense 184

Stamina 190

Total 547

Buddy 5.0 km Gen 9 · Paldea 2nd Move: 75,000 Dust · 75 Candy

Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Moves

Fast Moves

Bullet Seed STAB

DPS

7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Sunny

Dragon Tail STAB

DPS

14.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy

Rollout

DPS

15.0 PWR 19 EN 1.5s DUR 12.7 EPS Partly Cloudy

Charged Moves

Dragon Pulse STAB

25.7

DPS

90.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s 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 Dragon Tail (14 DPS), while Bullet Seed 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

Dipplin as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Dipplin is not currently available as a raid boss. When Dipplin returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Dipplin from raids would have 1355 CP at level 20, or 1694 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Dipplin

Kyurem (White)

Ice Fang + Blizzard

47.3 DPS

Shadow Darmanitan (Galarian standard)

Ice Fang + Avalanche

45.9 DPS

Shadow Weavile

Ice Shard + Avalanche

44.3 DPS

Shadow Mamoswine

Powder Snow + Avalanche

Dragon Tail + Blizzard

Ice Shard + Avalanche

38.5 DPS

Darmanitan (Galarian standard)

Ice Fang + Avalanche

38.3 DPS

Mega Rayquaza

Dragon Tail + Breaking Swipe

38.2 DPS

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Dipplin 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 Dipplin

Dipplin evolves from Applin using 200 Candy and a Other Evolution Stone Maple C.

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

Dipplin Catch CP

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

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

59 – 2,049 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

59 – 2,219 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,318 – 1,389 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,640 – 1,727 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,318 – 1,389 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

997 – 1,050 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,318 – 1,389 CP

A 100% IV Dipplin from raids or eggs will show 1,355 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Dipplin is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 547. With its bulk spread of 184 Defense and 190 Stamina, Dipplin has solid survivability in battles.

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

Dipplin'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 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Dipplin much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Dipplin?

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
Dipplin is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon with base stats of 173/184/190 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,681. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Dipplin 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 Dipplin in Pokemon GO?

Dipplin has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Dipplin 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 Dipplin's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Dipplin 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 Dipplin, prioritize using Ice-type attackers to exploit this double weakness for maximum effectiveness. On the other hand, Dipplin resists Electric, Grass, Water, Ground-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Dipplin 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 Dipplin's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Dipplin's maximum CP is 2,681 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,371 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. Dipplin's CP is calculated from its base stats: 173 Attack, 184 Defense, and 190 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 Dipplin caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,355 CP, or 1,694 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Dipplin?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Dipplin has the following CP at key levels: 1,016 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,355 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,694 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,681 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Dipplin, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Dipplin 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 Dipplin in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Dipplin be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Dipplin'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 Dipplin availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 33 CP

L5 319 CP

L10 677 CP

L15 1,016 CP

L20 1,355 CP

L25 1,694 CP

L30 2,032 CP

L35 2,202 CP

L40 2,371 CP

L50 2,681 CP

L1 33

L2 105

L3 176

L4 248

L5 319

L6 391

L7 463

L8 534

L9 606

L10 677

L11 745

L12 813

L13 881

L14 948

L15 1,016

L16 1,084

L17 1,151

L18 1,219

L19 1,287

L20 1,355

L21 1,422

L22 1,490

L23 1,558

L24 1,626

L25 1,694

L26 1,761

L27 1,829

L28 1,897

L29 1,965

L30 2,032

L31 2,066

L32 2,100

L33 2,134

L34 2,168

L35 2,202

L36 2,236

L37 2,270

L38 2,303

L39 2,337

L40 2,371

L41 2,401

L42 2,432

L43 2,462

L44 2,493

L45 2,524

L46 2,555

L47 2,586

L48 2,617

L49 2,649

L50 2,681

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #1011

Generation Gen 9

Region Paldea

Height 0.40 m

Weight 4.40 kg

Buddy Distance 5.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 75,000 Dust / 75 Candy