Sandile

🎯 Best Counters Against Sandile

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
3	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
4	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
5	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
6	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
7	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
8	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
9	Tapu Lele	Psychic Fairy	259	208	172	3,998
10	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686

📖 Complete Sandile Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Sandile (#551) is a Ground/Dark-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,186 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Sandile has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Sandile in 2026.

📊 Sandile Stats Analysis

Sandile's Attack stat is 132 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Sandile may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 69 Defense (Below Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 338. Trainers should be mindful of Sandile's limited bulk. Compared to other Ground-type Pokémon, Sandile's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Sandile Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Sandile PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Sandile 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 Ground/Dark typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Psychic, Poison-type threats while being weak to Water, Grass, Ice types.

Master League

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

💪 Sandile Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Sandile's effectiveness depends on its typing and 132 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Sandile use Water, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Sandile in Pokémon GO

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

🔄 Sandile Evolution Guide

Sandile is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Sandile (#551) ← current
• Krokorok (#552) — 25 Candy
• Krookodile (#553) — 100 Candy

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

✨ Shiny Sandile in Pokémon GO

Shiny Sandile 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

Sandile gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (682 - 741 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

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

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