What is Banette's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Banette's maximum CP is 2,630 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Banette good in Pokémon GO?

Banette has 218 Attack, 126 Defense, and 162 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Banette be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Banette is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

1,244 - 1,313 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

1,555 - 1,642 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

2,606 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

1,244 - 1,313 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

933 - 985 CP

Banette

#354 · Hoenn

Ghost

☁️ Fog Boost

Base Stats

Attack 218

Defense 126

Stamina 162

Total: 506

Pokémon Info

Max CP	2,630
Generation	Hoenn (Gen 3)
Buddy Distance	3km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	😈 Yes

About Banette

Banette is a Ghost-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,630 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Banette has base stats of 218 Attack, 126 Defense, and 162 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 506.

Banette can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Banette is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.

In Fog weather, Banette receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Banette is 3km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

Shuppet

#353

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🍬 50

Banette

#354

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Hex STAB	Ghost	10	+15	8.3	-	-	-
Shadow Claw STAB	Ghost	9	+6	12.9	-	-	-

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	PvP Pwr	PvP Nrg
Shadow Ball STAB	Ghost	100	-55	-	100	-55
Dazzling Gleam	Fairy	100	-70	-	110	-70
Thunder	Electric	100	-60	-	100	-60

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Banette takes increased damage from these types:

Ghost 1.6×

Dark 1.6×

Resistances

Banette takes reduced damage from these types:

Normal 0.391×

Fighting 0.391×

Poison 0.625×

Bug 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Banette

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
2	Darkrai	Dark	285	198	172	4,278
3	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
4	Dragapult	Dragon Ghost	266	170	204	4,041
5	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
6	Gengar	Ghost Poison	261	149	155	3,292
7	Hydreigon	Dark Dragon	256	188	211	4,147
8	Lunala	Psychic Ghost	255	191	264	4,625
9	Cursola	Ghost	253	182	155	3,504
10	Gholdengo	Steel Ghost	252	190	202	4,023

🏆 Banette PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	4	15	14	24	1,497
2	0	13	9	25	1,499
3	0	14	8	25	1,500
4	0	8	15	25	1,497
5	5	14	14	24	1,499
6	1	12	9	25	1,500
7	0	9	14	25	1,499
8	0	15	6	25	1,496
9	5	15	13	24	1,500
10	3	15	14	24	1,491

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	6	15	14	50	2,498
2	8	15	15	49	2,500
3	5	15	14	50	2,487
4	5	15	15	50	2,494
5	7	15	15	49	2,489
6	6	15	13	50	2,491
7	6	14	14	50	2,489
8	6	14	15	50	2,497
9	8	15	14	49	2,493
10	4	15	14	50	2,476

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Banette IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVs	Wild L30	Research L15	Raid L20	WB L25	Max L40	L50
100% (15/15/15)	1,970	985	1,313	1,642	2,298	2,606
98% (15/15/14)	1,965	982	1,309	1,637	2,292	2,599
96% (15/14/15)	1,963	981	1,308	1,636	2,290	2,597
93% (14/14/14)	1,949	974	1,299	1,624	2,274	2,578
91% (15/13/13)	1,945	972	1,296	1,621	2,269	2,573
87% (13/13/13)	1,928	964	1,285	1,607	2,250	2,551
82% (12/12/12)	1,908	954	1,271	1,590	2,226	2,523
80% (10/15/15)	1,928	964	1,285	1,606	2,249	2,550
67% (10/10/10)	1,866	933	1,244	1,555	2,177	2,469
0% (0/0/0)	1,667	833	1,111	1,389	1,945	2,205

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Banette with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	2,606 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	2,298 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	1,244 - 1,313 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	1,555 - 1,642 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	1,244 - 1,313 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	933 - 985 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Banette with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	32	26	2,298
2	2,298	27	2,298
3	2,298	28	2,298
4	2,298	29	2,298
5	310	30	1,970
6	2,298	31	2,298
7	2,298	32	2,298
8	2,298	33	2,298
9	2,298	34	2,298
10	657	35	2,134
11	2,298	36	2,298
12	2,298	37	2,298
13	2,298	38	2,298
14	2,298	39	2,298
15	985	40	2,298
16	2,298	41	2,298
17	2,298	42	2,298
18	2,298	43	2,298
19	2,298	44	2,298
20	1,313	45	2,458
21	2,298	46	2,298
22	2,298	47	2,298
23	2,298	48	2,298
24	2,298	49	2,298
25	1,642	50	2,606

📖 Complete Banette Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Banette (#354) is a Ghost-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,630 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Banette can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Banette in 2026.

📊 Banette Stats Analysis

Banette's Attack stat is 218 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Banette a strong damage dealer.

With 126 Defense (Average) and 162 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 506. This gives Banette reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Ghost-type Pokémon, Banette's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Banette Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Banette depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Hex (Fast) with Shadow Ball (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. Banette has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Banette PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Banette 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 Ghost typing provides useful matchups against Normal, Fighting, Poison-type threats while being weak to Ghost, Dark types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Banette reaches 2,298 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Banette Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Banette's effectiveness depends on its typing and 218 Attack stat. It can deal solid damage as a Ghost-type attacker. Best counters against Banette use Ghost, Dark-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Banette in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Banette Evolution Guide

Banette is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

Shuppet (#353)
Banette (#354) ← 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 Banette

Shadow Banette is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Banette's effective Attack becomes ~262. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Banette in Pokémon GO

Shiny Banette 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

Banette gets a weather boost in Foggy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,555 - 1,642 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 Banette

Q: What is Banette's max CP?
A: 2,606 CP at Level 50, or 2,298 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Banette good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.

Q: Can Banette be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Banette is available.

Q: What is Banette weak to?
A: Ghost, Dark-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Hex + Shadow Ball for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Ghost Ghost-Type 🗺️ Hoenn 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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