Magneton

🎯 Best Counters Against Magneton

Top Pokémon to use when battling Magneton 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 Magneton Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Magneton (#082) is a Electric/Steel-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,843 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Magneton can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Magneton in 2026.

📊 Magneton Stats Analysis

Magneton's Attack stat is 223 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Magneton a strong damage dealer.

With 169 Defense (Good) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 529. This gives Magneton reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Magneton's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Magneton Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Magneton depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Spark (Fast) with Zap Cannon (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. Magneton has 5 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Magneton PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Magneton 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 Electric/Steel typing provides useful matchups against Flying, Steel, Poison-type threats while being weak to Ground, Fire, Fighting types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Magneton reaches 2,485 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Magneton Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Magneton's effectiveness depends on its typing and 223 Attack stat. It can deal solid damage as a Electric-type attacker. Best counters against Magneton use Ground, Fire-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Magneton in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Magneton Evolution Guide

Magneton is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Magnemite (#081)
• Magneton (#082) ← current — 25 Candy
• Magnezone (#462) — 100 Candy + Magnetic Lure Module

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

😈 Shadow Magneton

Shadow Magneton is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Magneton's effective Attack becomes ~268. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Magneton in Pokémon GO

Shiny Magneton 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

Magneton gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,686 - 1,775 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 Magneton

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