#0797

Celesteela

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Steel Flying
Max CP 3,507 Smack Down + Heavy Slam Snow Windy
Xurkitree | Kartana
Celesteela Pokemon GO sprite

Celesteela is a Steel/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Alola region (#797, Generation 7). With a max CP of 3,507 and base stats of 207/199/219 (Atk/Def/Sta), Celesteela has a total stat product of 625.

Celesteela is weak to Electric, Fire-type moves. It resists Bug, Grass, Poison, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel-type attacks. Celesteela is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
3,507
Lv.40: 3,102 Lv.50: 3,507
Attack 207
Defense 199
Stamina 219
Total 625
Buddy 20.0 km Gen 7 · Alola 2nd Move: 100,000 Dust · 100 Candy
Steel type

Type Chart

Weak to
Electric
Electric
+60%
Fire
Fire
+60%

Moves

Fast Moves

Flying
Air Slash STAB
12
DPS
12.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Windy
Rock
Smack Down
13
DPS
13.0 PWR 7 EN 1.0s DUR 7 EPS Partly Cloudy

Charged Moves

Normal
Body Slam
25
DPS
50.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR
Ground
Bulldoze Buff
22.9
DPS
80.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR
Steel
Heavy Slam STAB
35
DPS
70.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR
Steel
Iron Head STAB
30
DPS
60.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Smack Down (13 DPS), while Air Slash generates energy the fastest (8 EPS).

Raid Guide

Celesteela as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Celesteela is not currently available as a raid boss. When Celesteela returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Celesteela from raids would have 1772 CP at level 20, or 2216 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

View full raid guide →

Best Counters to Beat Celesteela

Shadow Thundurus (Therian)
Shadow Thundurus (Therian)
Volt Switch + Wildbolt Storm
37.2 DPS
#1
Mega Blaziken
Mega Blaziken
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
33.4 DPS
#2
Blacephalon
Blacephalon
Incinerate + 491
32.9 DPS
#3
Mega Charizard Y
Mega Charizard Y
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
32.7 DPS
#4
Regieleki
Regieleki
Lock On + Thunder Cage
32.5 DPS
#5
Shadow Chandelure
Shadow Chandelure
Fire Spin + Overheat
31.5 DPS
#6
Thundurus (Therian)
Thundurus (Therian)
Volt Switch + Wildbolt Storm
30.9 DPS
#7
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Shadow Darmanitan (Standard)
Fire Fang + Overheat
30.3 DPS
#8
Shadow Blaziken
Shadow Blaziken
Fire Spin + Blast Burn
29.6 DPS
#9
Shadow Moltres
Shadow Moltres
Fire Spin + Overheat
28.8 DPS
#10

Celesteela is weak to Electric, Fire-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Celesteela

Celesteela can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

Walking Celesteela as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Celesteela Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Celesteela in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
78 – 2,681 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
78 – 2,903 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
1,736 – 1,817 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
2,160 – 2,260 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
1,736 – 1,817 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
1,313 – 1,374 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
1,736 – 1,817 CP

A 100% IV Celesteela from raids or eggs will show 1,772 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Celesteela is a Steel/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 625. With its bulk spread of 199 Defense and 219 Stamina, Celesteela has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Electric, Fire-type moves when using Celesteela. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Celesteela's performance.

Celesteela's moves get a damage boost in Snow and Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Celesteela much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Celesteela?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Celesteela is a Steel/Flying-type Pokemon with base stats of 207/199/219 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 3,507. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Celesteela may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Celesteela in Pokemon GO?
Celesteela has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. The ideal moveset varies based on whether you are using Celesteela for raids, gym battles, or PvP — check the moves section above for a full breakdown of each move's DPS, energy cost, and coverage.
What are Celesteela's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Celesteela is weak to Electric, Fire-type moves. On the other hand, Celesteela resists Bug, Grass, Poison, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Celesteela effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.
What is Celesteela's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Celesteela's maximum CP is 3,507 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,102 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Celesteela's CP is calculated from its base stats: 207 Attack, 199 Defense, and 219 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Celesteela caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,772 CP, or 2,216 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Celesteela?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Celesteela has the following CP at key levels: 1,329 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,772 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,216 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,507 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Celesteela, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Celesteela ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.
How to get Celesteela in Pokemon GO?
Celesteela can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Celesteela can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.
Can Celesteela be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Celesteela's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Celesteela availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 43 CP
L5 418 CP
L10 886 CP
L15 1,329 CP
L20 1,772 CP
L25 2,216 CP
L30 2,659 CP
L35 2,881 CP
L40 3,102 CP
L50 3,507 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #797
Generation Gen 7
Region Alola
Height 9.20 m
Weight 999.90 kg
Buddy Distance 20.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy