Hitmonlee

🎯 Best Counters Against Hitmonlee

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
7	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
8	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626

📖 Complete Hitmonlee Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Hitmonlee (#106) is a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,947 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Hitmonlee can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Hitmonlee in 2026.

📊 Hitmonlee Stats Analysis

Hitmonlee's Attack stat is 224 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Hitmonlee a strong damage dealer.

With 181 Defense (Excellent) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 542. This gives Hitmonlee reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Hitmonlee's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Hitmonlee Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Hitmonlee depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Low Kick (Fast) with Close Combat (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. Hitmonlee has 3 Fast Attacks and 6 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Hitmonlee has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Hitmonlee PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Hitmonlee 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 Fighting typing provides useful matchups against Bug, Rock, Dark-type threats while being weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Hitmonlee reaches 2,576 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Hitmonlee Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Hitmonlee's effectiveness depends on its typing and 224 Attack stat. It can deal solid damage as a Fighting-type attacker. Best counters against Hitmonlee use Flying, Psychic-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Hitmonlee in Pokémon GO

Hitmonlee can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Hitmonlee Evolution Guide

Hitmonlee is part of a 4-stage evolution family:

• Tyrogue (#236)
• Hitmonlee (#106) ← current — 25 Candy
• Hitmonchan (#107)
• Hitmontop (#237)

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

😈 Shadow Hitmonlee

Shadow Hitmonlee is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Hitmonlee's effective Attack becomes ~269. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Hitmonlee in Pokémon GO

Shiny Hitmonlee 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

Hitmonlee gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,749 - 1,840 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K 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 Hitmonlee

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