Pidgeot Pokemon GO sprite
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Pidgeot

B
Tier B · Great League
#28 · 65.07% WR
Max CP
2,407
Best
Wing Attack
Brave Bird
Partly cloudy Windy

Pidgeot is a Normal/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#18, Generation 1). With a max CP of 2,407 and base stats of 166/154/195 (Atk/Def/Sta), Pidgeot has a total stat product of 515. Pidgeot's best moveset is Wing Attack and Brave Bird.

Pidgeot is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves. It resists Ghost, Ground, Bug, Grass-type attacks. Pidgeot is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
2,407
Lv.40: 2,129 Lv.50: 2,407
Attack 166
Defense 154
Stamina 195
Total 515
Buddy 1.0 km Gen 1 · Kanto 2nd Move: 10,000 Dust · 25 Candy

Rankings

PvP Battle
Great League
B
#28
65.07% Win Rate
Wing Attack
Brave Bird
Ideal IVs 0/14/14

Moves

Fast Moves

Flying
Air Slash STAB
12
DPS
12.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy
Steel
14
DPS
14.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Snow
Flying
Gust STAB Elite
12.5
DPS
25.0 PWR 20 EN 2.0s DUR 10 EPS Windy
Flying
Wing Attack STAB Elite
10
DPS
10.0 PWR 11 EN 1.0s DUR 11 EPS Windy

Charged Moves

Flying
Aerial Ace STAB
22
DPS
55.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR
Flying
Brave Bird STAB Buff
65
DPS
130.0 PWR 100 EN 2.0s DUR
Flying
Feather Dance STAB Buff
11.7
DPS
35.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Flying
Hurricane STAB
42
DPS
105.0 PWR 100 EN 2.5s DUR
Flying
Air Cutter STAB Elite Buff
22
DPS
55.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

In Great League PvP, Pidgeot runs Wing Attack and Brave Bird, ranked #28 (Tier B) with a 65.07% win rate. Pidgeot has access to 4 fast moves and 5 charged moves, giving trainers flexibility depending on the battle format.

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Steel Wing (14 DPS), while Wing Attack generates energy the fastest (11 EPS). Note that Air Cutter is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.

Raid Guide

Pidgeot as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Pidgeot is not currently available as a raid boss. When Pidgeot returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Pidgeot from raids would have 1216 CP at level 20, or 1521 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Pidgeot

Pidgeot is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Pidgeot

Pidgeot evolves from Pidgeotto using 50 Candy.

A Shadow version of Pidgeot is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pidgeot knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Pidgeot as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km. It also earns 5 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.

Pidgeot Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
52 – 1,840 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
52 – 1,992 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,180 – 1,247 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,468 – 1,551 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,180 – 1,247 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
892 – 943 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,180 – 1,247 CP

A 100% IV Pidgeot from raids or eggs will show 1,216 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Pidgeot is a Normal/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 515. With its bulk spread of 154 Defense and 195 Stamina, Pidgeot has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves when using Pidgeot. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Pidgeot's performance.

Pidgeot's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and Windy 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 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Pidgeot much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Pidgeot?

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

Niche PvP Pick
Pidgeot doesn't stand out as a raid attacker but has a place in PvP, ranked #28 (Tier B) in Great League with a 65.07% overall win rate. With base stats of 166/154/195 and a max CP of 2,407, its stat distribution favors bulk, which is ideal for PvP formats. Run Wing Attack with Brave Bird for best results. Consider building one if you enjoy using it, but there are stronger PvP options in this league.

Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Pidgeot deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Pidgeot in Pokemon GO?
Pidgeot's best moveset is Wing Attack (fast) and Brave Bird (charged).
What are Pidgeot's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Pidgeot is weak to Electric, Ice, Rock-type moves. On the other hand, Pidgeot resists Ghost, Ground, Bug, Grass-type attacks.
What is Pidgeot's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Pidgeot's maximum CP is 2,407 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,129 at level 40. A 100% IV Pidgeot caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,216 CP, or 1,521 CP with weather boost (level 25).
Is Pidgeot good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Pidgeot is ranked #28 (Tier B) in Great League with a 65.07% overall win rate. The recommended moveset is Wing Attack and Brave Bird. The ideal IV spread for Great League is 0/14/14.
What CP is a 100% IV Pidgeot?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Pidgeot has the following CP at key levels: 912 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,216 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,521 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,407 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Pidgeot better than regular?
Shadow Pidgeot deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Pidgeot is generally better due to the higher DPS output. For PvP, it depends on the matchup — the extra damage taken can be a significant drawback in extended battles where survivability matters. Shadow Pidgeot comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Pidgeot in Pokemon GO?
Pidgeot is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Pidgeotto with 50 Candy). Pidgeot can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 30 CP
L5 287 CP
L10 608 CP
L15 912 CP
L20 1,216 CP
L25 1,521 CP
L30 1,825 CP
L35 1,977 CP
L40 2,129 CP
L50 2,407 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #18
Generation Gen 1
Region Kanto
Height 1.50 m
Weight 39.50 kg
Buddy Distance 1.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 10,000 Dust / 25 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 1,000 Dust / 1 Candy
Mega Energy (Buddy) 5 / km