Best Max Battle Attackers in Pokémon GO
Dark-type Dynamax and Gigantamax attackers ranked by Max Attack damage, with configurable level, Max Move level, Power Spot, and Max Mushroom.
Raids#
Pokémon
Max Move
MMW
1
G-Max Snooze
227
534
140.4
100.0%
2
Dark
256
465
161.3
87.1%
3
Dark
254
462
162.3
86.5%
4
Dark
243
443
169.3
83.0%
5
Dark
261
395
189.9
74.0%
6
Dark
237
361
207.8
67.6%
7
Dark
189
350
214.3
65.5%
8
Dark
227
346
216.8
64.8%
9
Dark
159
299
250.8
56.0%
10
Dark
186
288
260.4
53.9%
11
Dark
180
279
268.8
52.2%
12
Dark
171
266
282.0
49.8%
13
Dark
160
251
298.8
47.0%
14
Dark
126
242
309.9
45.3%
15
Dark
136
216
347.2
40.4%
16
Dark
126
202
371.3
37.8%
17
Dark
95
158
474.7
29.6%
18
Dark
67
118
635.6
22.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Dark-type Max Battle attacker in Pokémon GO?
The best Dark-type Max Battle attacker in Pokémon GO is Gigantamax Grimmsnarl, dealing about 534 damage with a Dark-type Max Move.
What are Max Battles in Pokémon GO?
Max Battles are co-op battles at Power Spots where your Pokémon Dynamax or Gigantamax for a few turns and unleash Max Moves. Only Pokémon that have unlocked a Dynamax or Gigantamax form can take part.
Can Mega or Shadow Pokémon be used in Max Battles?
No. A Pokémon cannot Dynamax while Mega Evolved or Primal Reverted, and Shadow Pokémon cannot Dynamax at all. Only Pokémon with a Dynamax or Gigantamax form qualify, so no Mega, Primal, or Shadow Pokémon appear in these rankings.
What boosts Max Move damage?
Several bonuses stack: a Power Spot bonus of up to +20% with more trainers nearby, a Max Mushroom that doubles Max Move damage (×2), and a Weather Boost when the weather matches the Max Move type. Raising your attacker level and Max Move level also increases the damage.
What is the difference between Dynamax and Gigantamax attackers?
A Dynamax Pokémon's Max Move matches its fast move type, so its best matchup depends on its moveset. A Gigantamax Pokémon uses a fixed signature G-Max Move with higher Max Move power, which is why Gigantamax forms often top these rankings.
Learn More
Want the raid version instead? See the best Dark-type raid attackers. For type effectiveness, resistances, and the full roster, visit the Dark-type page.
