How do you get Flapple in Pokemon GO?

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

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Flapple

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

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

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

Flapple's maximum CP is 2,788 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,466 at level 40. Its base stats are 214 Attack, 144 Defense, and 172 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 530. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Flapple?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Flapple has 1409 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1761 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,788 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Flapple showing 1409 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Flapple be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Flapple 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 2,788 Dragon Breath + Fly Sunny Windy

Applin | Appletun

Flapple is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Galar region (#841, Generation 8). With a max CP of 2,788 and base stats of 214/144/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), Flapple has a total stat product of 530.

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

Stats

Max CP

2,788

Lv.40: 2,466 Lv.50: 2,788

Attack 214

Defense 144

Stamina 172

Total 530

Buddy 5.0 km Gen 8 · Galar 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 Breath STAB

DPS

6.0 PWR 4 EN 0.5s DUR 8 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Dragon Pulse STAB

25.7

DPS

90.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR

Fly

DPS

90.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s 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 Dragon Breath (12 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

Flapple as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Flapple is not currently available as a raid boss. When Flapple returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Flapple from raids would have 1409 CP at level 20, or 1761 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

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Best Counters to Beat Flapple

Kyurem (White)

Ice Fang + Blizzard

60.1 DPS

Shadow Darmanitan (Galarian standard)

Ice Fang + Avalanche

58.6 DPS

Shadow Weavile

Ice Shard + Avalanche

56.7 DPS

Shadow Mamoswine

Powder Snow + Avalanche

Dragon Tail + Blizzard

Dragon Tail + Breaking Swipe

49.0 DPS

Darmanitan (Galarian standard)

Ice Fang + Avalanche

48.7 DPS

Mega Glalie

Ice Shard + Avalanche

48.5 DPS

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Flapple 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 Flapple

Flapple evolves from Applin using 200 Candy and a Other Evolution Stone Maple B.

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

Flapple Catch CP

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

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

61 – 2,131 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

61 – 2,307 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,371 – 1,444 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

1,706 – 1,796 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,371 – 1,444 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,037 – 1,092 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,371 – 1,444 CP

A 100% IV Flapple from raids or eggs will show 1,409 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Flapple is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon with a stat total of 530. With its high Attack stat (214), Flapple is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

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

Flapple'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 Flapple much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Flapple?

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
Flapple is a Grass/Dragon-type Pokemon with base stats of 214/144/172 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,788. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Flapple 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 Flapple in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Flapple's maximum CP is 2,788 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,466 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. Flapple's CP is calculated from its base stats: 214 Attack, 144 Defense, and 172 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 Flapple caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,409 CP, or 1,761 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Flapple?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Flapple has the following CP at key levels: 1,057 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,409 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,761 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,788 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Flapple, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Flapple 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 Flapple in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Flapple be shiny in Pokemon GO?

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

Max CP per Level

L1 34 CP

L5 332 CP

L10 704 CP

L15 1,057 CP

L20 1,409 CP

L25 1,761 CP

L30 2,114 CP

L35 2,290 CP

L40 2,466 CP

L50 2,788 CP

L1 34

L2 109

L3 183

L4 258

L5 332

L6 407

L7 481

L8 555

L9 630

L10 704

L11 775

L12 845

L13 916

L14 986

L15 1,057

L16 1,127

L17 1,197

L18 1,268

L19 1,338

L20 1,409

L21 1,479

L22 1,550

L23 1,620

L24 1,691

L25 1,761

L26 1,832

L27 1,902

L28 1,973

L29 2,043

L30 2,114

L31 2,149

L32 2,184

L33 2,219

L34 2,254

L35 2,290

L36 2,325

L37 2,360

L38 2,395

L39 2,431

L40 2,466

L41 2,497

L42 2,529

L43 2,560

L44 2,592

L45 2,624

L46 2,657

L47 2,689

L48 2,722

L49 2,755

L50 2,788

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #841

Generation Gen 8

Region Galar

Height 0.30 m

Weight 1.00 kg

Buddy Distance 5.0 km

Tradable Yes

2nd Charged Move 75,000 Dust / 75 Candy