Binacle

🎯 Best Counters Against Binacle

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
3	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
4	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
7	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
8	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
9	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686
10	Mienshao	Fighting	258	127	163	3,101

📖 Complete Binacle Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Binacle (#688) is a Rock/Water-type Pokémon from the Kalos region (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,082 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Binacle has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Binacle in 2026.

📊 Binacle Stats Analysis

Binacle's Attack stat is 96 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Binacle may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 120 Defense (Average) and 123 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 339. Trainers should be mindful of Binacle's limited bulk. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Binacle's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Binacle Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Binacle depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Scratch (Fast) with Ancient Power (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. Binacle has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Binacle PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Binacle 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 Rock/Water typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Normal, Poison-type threats while being weak to Grass, Fighting, Ground types.

Master League

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

💪 Binacle Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Binacle's effectiveness depends on its typing and 96 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Binacle use Grass, Fighting-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Binacle in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Binacle Evolution Guide

Binacle is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

• Binacle (#688) ← current
• Barbaracle (#689) — 50 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Binacle in Pokémon GO

Shiny Binacle 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

Binacle gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (621 - 675 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• 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 Binacle

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