Quaxwell Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,007, Base Stats & Evolution

Q: Is Quaxwell good in Pokemon GO?

Quaxwell has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 2,007 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Quaxwell in Pokemon GO?

Quaxwell has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

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

Quaxwell is a Water-type Pokemon weak to Electric, Grass-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Quaxwell, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Quaxwell resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves.

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

Quaxwell's maximum CP is 2,007 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 1,775 at level 40. Its base stats are 162 Attack, 123 Defense, and 172 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 457. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Quaxwell?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Quaxwell has 1014 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1268 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,007 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Quaxwell showing 1014 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Quaxwell in Pokemon GO?

Quaxwell can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Quaxwell as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Quaxwell be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Quaxwell 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

Highest damage: Water Gun Liquidation

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Liquidation costs 33 energy for 70 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Quaxwell takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Electric1.6× Grass1.6×

Resists

Fire0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625× Water0.625×

Base stats

Attack 162

Defense 123

Stamina 172

Stat total: 457
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 10,000 Dust + 25 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,014 CP

Editor's notes

Quaxwell is not a GO Battle League staple, but it still has a place for collectors and raiders.

As a Water-type Pokémon with 162/123/172 base stats, it fills a supporting role.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Quaxwell is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Quaxwell moves

2 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Water Gun Best STAB	Water	5	5	0.5s	10	10
Wing Attack	Flying	10	11	1.0s	10	11

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Aerial Ace	Flying	55	33	2.5s	22	1.67
Aqua Jet STAB	Water	45	33	2.5s	18	1.36
Liquidation Best STAB	Water	70	33	3.0s	23.3	2.12

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Water Gun	Water	3	3	—	—	—
Wing Attack	Flying	5	8	1	5.00	8.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Aerial Ace	Flying	60	45	1.33	—
Aqua Jet	Water	70	40	1.75	—
Liquidation	Water	70	45	1.56	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Water Gun (10 DPS); Wing Attack builds energy fastest (11 EPS).

Evolution

Quaxly 25 Candy

Quaxwell 100 Candy

Quaquaval

Family

Quaxly

Quaxwell This page

Quaquaval

Raids

Not in raids

Status: Quaxwell is not in the current raid rotation

Best counters against Quaxwell

1

Shadow Thundurus (Therian)Shadow Volt SwitchWildbolt Storm 59.5DPS 973TDO 2

Regieleki Lock OnThunder Cage 54.1DPS 835TDO 3

Thundurus (Therian) Volt SwitchWildbolt Storm 49.6DPS 973TDO 4

Mega SceptileMega Bullet SeedFrenzy Plant 49.5DPS 1,024TDO 5

Kartana Razor LeafLeaf Blade 45.6DPS 745TDO 6

Mega ManectricMega Thunder FangWild Charge 45.1DPS 897TDO

Counters carrying Electric, Grass moves deal the most damage.

How to get Quaxwell

Evolve from: Quaxly · 25 Candy
Trading: Can be traded between trainers

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	43	1,534
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	43	1,661
Raid Catch	Lv 20	978	1,040
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,217	1,293
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	978	1,040
Research Encounter	Lv 15	740	786
GO Battle League	Lv 20	978	1,040

Is Quaxwell good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Quaxwell has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (123 Defense / 172 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 10,000 Dust and 25 Candy, and with 3 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	25
Lv 2	78
Lv 3	132
Lv 4	185
Lv 5	239
Lv 6	293
Lv 7	346
Lv 8	400
Lv 9	453
Lv 10	507
Lv 11	558
Lv 12	609
Lv 13	659

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	710
Lv 15	761
Lv 16	811
Lv 17	862
Lv 18	913
Lv 19	964
Lv 20	1,014
Lv 21	1,065
Lv 22	1,116
Lv 23	1,167
Lv 24	1,217
Lv 25	1,268
Lv 26	1,319

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,370
Lv 28	1,420
Lv 29	1,471
Lv 30	1,522
Lv 31	1,547
Lv 32	1,573
Lv 33	1,598
Lv 34	1,623
Lv 35	1,649
Lv 36	1,674
Lv 37	1,699
Lv 38	1,725
Lv 39	1,750

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	1,775
Lv 41	1,798
Lv 42	1,821
Lv 43	1,843
Lv 44	1,866
Lv 45	1,890
Lv 46	1,913
Lv 47	1,936
Lv 48	1,960
Lv 49	1,983
Lv 50	2,007

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0913
Height: 1.20 m
Weight: 21.50 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 3 released forms
Game ID: V0913_POKEMON_QUAXWELL

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Quaxwell in Pokemon GO?

Quaxwell's best moveset is Water Gun (fast) with Liquidation (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Quaxwell's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Quaxwell takes super effective damage from Electric, Grass-type moves. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water, so avoid those types against it.

What is Quaxwell's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Quaxwell reaches 2,007 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 1,775 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Quaxwell?

A perfect 15/15/15 Quaxwell shows 1,014 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,268 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Quaxwell in Pokemon GO?

Evolve it from Quaxly (25 Candy). It can be traded between trainers.

Can Quaxwell be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Quaxwell depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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