Sandile is a Ground/Dark-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#551, Generation 5). With a max CP of 1,172 and base stats of 132/69/137 (Atk/Def/Sta), Sandile has a total stat product of 338.
Sandile is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ice, Water-type moves. It resists Electric, Psychic, Dark, Ghost, Poison, Rock-type attacks. Sandile is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon. Sandile can currently be hatched from 12km eggs.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Mud Slap (12.7 DPS), while Mud Slap generates energy the fastest (8.7 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Sandile as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsSandile is not currently available as a raid boss. When Sandile returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Sandile from raids would have 592 CP at level 20, or 741 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Sandile
Sandile is weak to Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ice, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Sandile
Sandile can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
Sandile can currently be hatched from 12km eggs, and the hatched Sandile has a chance to be shiny.
Walking Sandile as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Sandile Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Sandile in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Sandile from raids or eggs will show 592 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Sandile is a Ground/Dark-type Pokemon with a stat total of 338. With its bulk spread of 69 Defense and 137 Stamina, Sandile has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Grass, Ice, Water-type moves when using Sandile. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Sandile's performance.
Sandile's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Fog weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Sandile much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Sandile?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Sandile is a Ground/Dark-type Pokemon with base stats of 132/69/137 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,172. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Sandile 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.