Alola Sandslash

🎯 Best Counters Against Alola Sandslash

Top Pokémon to use when battling Alola Sandslash in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
4	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
7	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
8	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
9	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
10	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686

📖 Complete Alola Sandslash Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Alola Sandslash (#028) is a Ice/Steel-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,783 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Alola Sandslash can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Alola Sandslash in 2026.

📊 Alola Sandslash Stats Analysis

Alola Sandslash's Attack stat is 177 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Alola Sandslash to contribute meaningful damage.

With 195 Defense (Excellent) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 553. This gives Alola Sandslash reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ice-type Pokémon, Alola Sandslash's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Alola Sandslash Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Alola Sandslash depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Metal Claw (Fast) with Blizzard (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Alola Sandslash has 3 Fast Attacks and 6 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Alola Sandslash has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Alola Sandslash PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Alola Sandslash can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Ice/Steel typing provides useful matchups against Ice, Poison, Normal-type threats while being weak to Fire, Fighting, Ground types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Alola Sandslash reaches 2,432 CP at Level 40. Its bulk allows it to survive key matchups.

Master League

In Master League, Alola Sandslash faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Alola Sandslash Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Alola Sandslash's effectiveness depends on its typing and 177 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Alola Sandslash use Fire, Fighting-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Alola Sandslash in Pokémon GO

Alola Sandslash can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Snow weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Alola Sandslash Evolution Guide

Alola Sandslash is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Sandshrew (#027)
• Sandslash (#028) ← current — 50 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

😈 Shadow Alola Sandslash

Shadow Alola Sandslash is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Alola Sandslash's effective Attack becomes ~212. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Alola Sandslash in Pokémon GO

Shiny Alola Sandslash is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Alola Sandslash gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,650 - 1,737 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 50K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Alola Sandslash

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.