Wigglytuff Best Moveset
140 HP at 85 Sp. Atk on Normal/Fairy with AbilityCompetitive boosting Sp. Atk when any stat drops. Held ItemLeftovers with NatureModest makes the most of the special damage. Tera Fairy drops Normal for pure Fairy TermStab. The moveset punishes Intimidate and Defog users, but 45 Defense folds to any physical priority.
140 HP looked good on paper in Gen I (Red & Blue), but 45 Defense meant physical hits went straight through. Normal-type with no speed or power to compensate.
Utility Moveset
- Hyper Beam
- Thunder Wave
- Counter
- Body Slam
Recommended Teammates
The Special split gave Wigglytuff 85 Sp. Atk and 50 Sp. Def in Gen II (Gold & Silver). Neither number threatened anything in a format full of stronger Normals.
Best Moves
Best Build
Utility Moveset
- Thunder Wave
- Psychic
- Ice Beam
- Rollout
Recommended Teammates
Cute Charm was the ability Wigglytuff drew in Gen III (Ruby & Sapphire). A coin flip on contact moves. Other Normal-types got better.
Wall Moveset
- Seismic Toss
- Wish
- Reflect
- Light Screen
Recommended Teammates
45 Speed and 45 Defense left Wigglytuff behind in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Moving last and folding to physical hits was the pattern every gen.
Wall Moveset
- Wish
- Seismic Toss
- Thunder Wave
- Pain Split
Recommended Teammates
Frisk as a hidden ability let Wigglytuff scout items in Gen V (Black & White). Useful information, not useful enough to justify the stats behind it.
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Wish
- Stealth Rock
- Protect
- Counter
Recommended Teammates
Gained Fairy typing in Gen VI (X & Y), which should have been a lifeline. But 85 Sp. Atk and 45 Speed couldn't compete with Clefable, Sylveon, or any real Fairy threat.
Wall Moveset
- Dazzling Gleam
- Reflect
- Light Screen
- Wish
Recommended Teammates
Outclassed by every other Fairy in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Wigglytuff brought bulk from HP alone, and that wasn't enough when defenses sat at 45 and 50.
Special Tank Moveset
- Ice Beam
- Dazzling Gleam
- Flamethrower
- Hyper Voice
Recommended Teammates
Competitive ability raised Sp. Atk on stat drops in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). The mechanic existed but opponents rarely triggered it. Niche within a niche.
Special Tank Moveset
- Dazzling Gleam
- Draining Kiss
- Detect
- Flamethrower
Recommended Teammates
Nine gens and a type change couldn't overcome the stat line in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Fairy helped on paper, but 45 Speed and 45 Defense told the real story.
Special Tank Moveset
- Alluring Voice
- Fire Blast
- Ice Beam
- Thunderbolt
Recommended Teammates
Wigglytuff Weakness
Wigglytuff is weak to Poison and Steel. On the flip side, it's immune to Ghost and Dragon-type moves entirely. With 140 HP and balanced defenses, Wigglytuff can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Ghost, Dragon |
What is Wigglytuff Weak Against
ExcellentBest Pokemon Against Wigglytuff
S | ||
Recommended Build AbilityInfiltrator ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Wigglytuff View Dragapult builds →U Turn10-12% | ||
A | ||
Recommended Build AbilityGoodasgold ItemAir Balloon NatureTimid Moves View Gholdengo builds →
| ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Wigglytuff View Corviknight builds →U Turn9-10% | ||
 Metagross SteelPsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityClearbody ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Wigglytuff View Metagross builds →Earthquake48-56% Bullet Punch 2x58-68% Psychic Fangs61-71% | ||
 Nidoking PoisonGround | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySheerforce ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Wigglytuff View Nidoking builds →Ice Beam34-40% Flamethrower34-40% | ||
Evolution
Getting Wigglytuff requires an evolution item, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Igglybuff. Breed this form to get Igglybuff eggs (quick to hatch). HP grew the most through evolution (+50 over Igglybuff), and Wigglytuff peaks at 435 total stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Wigglytuff to get Igglybuff eggs easily using 66 partners from the Fairy egg group.
How to Get Wigglytuff
low spawn rates is the best you'll get on Wigglytuff in late-game routes. Use the sort toggle below. Best shows where the odds peak, Earliest shows where you can access it soonest in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Wigglytuff in SV
Igglybuff is your first catch on the way to Wigglytuff. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 5-60 across 30 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch IgglybuffEast Province (Area One) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%Glaseado MountainLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area One) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Six) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%The Pokémon League - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.5-9OverworldRate 1%
Step 2Catch or Evolve JigglypuffSouth Province (Area Two) - Near TownLv.10-29OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Three) - Near TownLv.10-29OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area One) - MountainLv.40-60OverworldRate 1%or evolve from Igglybuff (Step 1)
Step 3Wigglytuff ✓North Province (Area One) - MountainLv.40-60OverworldRate 1%or evolve from Jigglypuff (Step 2)
No wild encounters for Wigglytuff in Legends: Z-A. Bring Igglybuff over from Crystal, Diamond & Pearl, or Scarlet & Violet, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Wigglytuff in LZA
- Step 1Breed Igglybuff from JigglypuffCARTRIDGE TRADEfrom Scarlet & VioletAvailableCatch in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · The Pokémon League, then trade to the current game via link cable.LATER APPEARANCEfrom CrystalNot TradeableAppears in Crystal via Gift · Route 34 · Hatch Odd Egg (random). Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Trophy Garden. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Trophy Garden. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sun & MoonNot TradeableAppears in Sun & Moon via Walking · Route 6. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via Walking · Route 6. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
- Step 2Evolve into Jigglypuff
- Step 3Wigglytuff ✓
Wigglytuff isn't available in the wild in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Start by transferring Igglybuff from Crystal, Diamond & Pearl, or Scarlet & Violet. The evolution path from Igglybuff to Wigglytuff is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Wigglytuff in BDSP
Step 1Breed Igglybuff from JigglypuffLATER APPEARANCEfrom CrystalNot TradeableAppears in Crystal via Gift · Route 34 · Hatch Odd Egg (random). Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Trophy Garden. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Trophy Garden. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Sun & MoonNot TradeableAppears in Sun & Moon via Walking · Route 6. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via Walking · Route 6. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Scarlet & VioletNot TradeableAppears in Scarlet & Violet via Overworld · The Pokémon League. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Jigglypuff
Step 3Wigglytuff ✓
This 3-stage chain starts with Igglybuff, a baby that doesn't spawn wild. Breed Jigglypuff at the nursery to hatch one, then level through the stages to reach Wigglytuff.
How to Obtain Wigglytuff in SwSh
To get Wigglytuff, start by catching Igglybuff through walking encounters at Lv. 10-18. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Breed Igglybuff from JigglypuffBreed from Jigglypuff at the Day Care.
Step 2Catch or Evolve JigglypuffFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%SnowstormFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%Heavy FogFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%SnowingFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%Normal WeatherFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%RainingFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%OvercastFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%SandstormFields of HonorLv.10-15OverworldRate 32%ThunderstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SandstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Heavy FogChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowingChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SandstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%SnowingFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 30%Normal WeatherChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 15%OvercastChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 15%ThunderstormChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 15%RainingChallenge BeachLv.13-18GrassRate 15%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 15%RainingFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 15%Intense SunFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 15%OvercastFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 15%ThunderstormFields of HonorLv.13-18GrassRate 15%Heavy Fogor evolve from Igglybuff (Step 1)
Step 3Wigglytuff ✓
Base Stats
Raw HP carries Wigglytuff's bulk more than the defenses do. Defense barely registers. But that HP pool covers for it. A tough to catch Balloon Pokemon that yields 3 HP EVs on a fast 800K XP curve.
It has a very fine fur. Take care not to make it angry, or it may inflate steadily and hit with a body slam.
Wigglytuff Guide
Wigglytuff can work for a story run. 435 BST is average, but Normal/Fairy typing fills a niche depending on your team composition.
We rate Wigglytuff C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. At 435 BST, the stats are spread pretty evenly. Base 140 HP stands out.
Cute Charm is the go-to ability for Wigglytuff. It has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact. Its hidden ability Frisk can work in specific setups. Competitive is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Base 45 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. On offense, Wigglytuff is a special attacker with base 85 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
One of the original 151, Wigglytuff has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves