Victreebel Pokemon GO sprite
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Victreebel

Max CP
2,748
Best
Razor Leaf
Solar Beam
Sunny Cloudy

Victreebel is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#71, Generation 1). With a max CP of 2,748 and base stats of 207/135/190 (Atk/Def/Sta), Victreebel has a total stat product of 532.

Victreebel is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. It resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water-type attacks. Victreebel is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
2,748
Lv.40: 2,431 Lv.50: 2,748
Attack 207
Defense 135
Stamina 190
Total 532
Buddy 3.0 km Gen 1 · Kanto 2nd Move: 50,000 Dust · 50 Candy

Moves

Fast Moves

Poison
Acid STAB
11
DPS
11.0 PWR 10 EN 1.0s DUR 10 EPS Cloudy
Grass
Razor Leaf STAB
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 7 EN 1.0s DUR 7 EPS Sunny
Grass
Magical Leaf STAB Elite
11.3
DPS
17.0 PWR 17 EN 1.5s DUR 11.3 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Poison
Acid Spray STAB Buff
6.7
DPS
20.0 PWR 50 EN 3.0s DUR
Grass
Leaf Blade STAB
28
DPS
70.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR
Grass
Leaf Tornado STAB Buff
15
DPS
45.0 PWR 33 EN 3.0s DUR
Poison
34
DPS
85.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Grass
Solar Beam STAB
36
DPS
180.0 PWR 100 EN 5.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Razor Leaf (13 DPS), while Magical Leaf generates energy the fastest (11.3 EPS).

Raid Guide

Victreebel as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Victreebel is not currently available as a raid boss. When Victreebel returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Victreebel from raids would have 1389 CP at level 20, or 1736 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Victreebel

Victreebel is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Victreebel

Victreebel evolves from Weepinbell using 100 Candy.

A Shadow version of Victreebel is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Victreebel knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Victreebel as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Victreebel Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
60 – 2,101 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
60 – 2,275 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,351 – 1,424 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,681 – 1,771 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,351 – 1,424 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,022 – 1,076 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,351 – 1,424 CP

A 100% IV Victreebel from raids or eggs will show 1,389 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Victreebel is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with a stat total of 532. With its high Attack stat (207), Victreebel is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves when using Victreebel. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Victreebel's performance.

Victreebel'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 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Victreebel much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Victreebel?

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
Victreebel is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with base stats of 207/135/190 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,748. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Victreebel 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.

Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Victreebel 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 Victreebel in Pokemon GO?
Victreebel has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section above for full details.
What are Victreebel's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Victreebel is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. On the other hand, Victreebel resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water-type attacks.
What is Victreebel's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Victreebel's maximum CP is 2,748 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 2,431 at level 40. A 100% IV Victreebel caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,389 CP, or 1,736 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Victreebel?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Victreebel has the following CP at key levels: 1,042 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,389 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,736 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 2,748 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Victreebel better than regular?
Shadow Victreebel deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Victreebel 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 Victreebel comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Victreebel in Pokemon GO?
Victreebel is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Weepinbell with 100 Candy). Victreebel can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 34 CP
L5 327 CP
L10 694 CP
L15 1,042 CP
L20 1,389 CP
L25 1,736 CP
L30 2,084 CP
L35 2,257 CP
L40 2,431 CP
L50 2,748 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #71
Generation Gen 1
Region Kanto
Height 1.70 m
Weight 15.50 kg
Buddy Distance 3.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 50,000 Dust / 50 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 3,000 Dust / 3 Candy