Ghost and Dragon moves don't affect Wigglytuff at all — that's the advantage of Normal/Fairy typing. It works well under Trick Room. Flexible enough to run physical or special sets. An original Gen 1 pick.
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.
Its body is very elastic. By inhaling deeply, it can continue to inflate itself without limit.
Wigglytuff Weakness
ExcellentWigglytuff is weak to Poison and Steel-type moves. 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.
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Wigglytuff to get Igglybuff eggs easily from the Fairy egg group.
Wigglytuff's job is getting Stealth Rock up and staying on the field. Aguavberry provides extra utility, Competitive helps it stick around, and max HP and Sp. Def EVs prioritize longevity.
Best Build
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
TMs carry this one. Wigglytuff learns Hyper Beam and Play Rough naturally for STAB, but the offensive range comes almost entirely from technical machines. Ice and Fighting and beyond give it real matchup play.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Grab Jigglypuff from the locations below, it shows up in the wild. Drop it at the nursery to hatch Igglybuff. From there, level the baby through the remaining stages to Wigglytuff.
How to Obtain Wigglytuff in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
Igglybuff is your first catch on the way to Wigglytuff. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 11-27 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Breed Igglybuff from JigglypuffBreed from Jigglypuff at the Day Care.
Step 2Catch or Evolve JigglypuffEASYRoute 5Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 5Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 6Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 6Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.11-1615%EarlyRouteEASYRoute 7Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteEASYRoute 7Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteEASYRoute 8Let's Go PikachuGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteEASYRoute 8Let's Go EeveeGrassLv.22-2715%MidRouteor evolve from Igglybuff (Step 1)
Step 3Wigglytuff ✓
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.
Jigglypuff evolves into Wigglytuff using a Moon Stone. Wigglytuff is the final evolution in a 3-stage line starting from Igglybuff. It sits at 435 BST in its evolved form.
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 leaning toward the special side (base 85 Sp. Atk). Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Wigglytuff appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
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.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut

Red & Blue - Gen IIGS

Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS

Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG

FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS

HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP

Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW

Black & White - Gen VB2W2

Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY

X & Y - Gen VIORAS

Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM

Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM

Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE

Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh

Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP

Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV

Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A