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Weepinbell

Max CP
1,822
Best
Razor Leaf
Power Whip
Sunny Cloudy

Weepinbell is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#70, Generation 1). With a max CP of 1,822 and base stats of 172/92/163 (Atk/Def/Sta), Weepinbell has a total stat product of 427.

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

Stats

Max CP
1,822
Lv.40: 1,611 Lv.50: 1,822
Attack 172
Defense 92
Stamina 163
Total 427
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
7
DPS
7.0 PWR 13 EN 1.0s DUR 13 EPS Sunny
Grass
Razor Leaf STAB Elite
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 7 EN 1.0s DUR 7 EPS Sunny

Charged Moves

Grass
Power Whip STAB
36
DPS
90.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR
Grass
Seed Bomb STAB
27.5
DPS
55.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR
Poison
34
DPS
85.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

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

Raid Guide

Weepinbell as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Weepinbell is not currently available as a raid boss. When Weepinbell returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Weepinbell from raids would have 921 CP at level 20, or 1151 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Weepinbell

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

How to Get Weepinbell

Weepinbell evolves from Bellsprout using 25 Candy.

A Shadow version of Weepinbell is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Weepinbell 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 Weepinbell as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Weepinbell Catch CP

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

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
38 – 1,393 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
38 – 1,508 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
884 – 944 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
1,100 – 1,174 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
884 – 944 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
668 – 713 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
884 – 944 CP

A 100% IV Weepinbell from raids or eggs will show 921 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Weepinbell is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with a stat total of 427. With its high Attack stat (172), Weepinbell is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

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

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

Should I Invest in Weepinbell?

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
Weepinbell is a Grass/Poison-type Pokemon with base stats of 172/92/163 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,822. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Weepinbell 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 Weepinbell 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 Weepinbell in Pokemon GO?
Weepinbell has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section above for full details.
What are Weepinbell's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Weepinbell is weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Psychic-type moves. On the other hand, Weepinbell resists Grass, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Water-type attacks.
What is Weepinbell's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Weepinbell's maximum CP is 1,822 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 1,611 at level 40. A 100% IV Weepinbell caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 921 CP, or 1,151 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Weepinbell?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Weepinbell has the following CP at key levels: 690 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 921 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 1,151 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 1,822 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Weepinbell better than regular?
Shadow Weepinbell deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Weepinbell 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 Weepinbell comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Weepinbell in Pokemon GO?
Weepinbell is obtained by evolving its pre-evolution (Bellsprout with 25 Candy). Weepinbell can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 22 CP
L5 217 CP
L10 460 CP
L15 690 CP
L20 921 CP
L25 1,151 CP
L30 1,381 CP
L35 1,496 CP
L40 1,611 CP
L50 1,822 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #70
Generation Gen 1
Region Kanto
Height 1.00 m
Weight 6.40 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