Pokemon Guide
Binacle is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon from Generation 6. This guide covers Binacle’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and related Pokemon guide information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Binacle guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Binacle is known as the Two-Handed Pokemon. It is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon with abilities such as Tough Claws, Sniper, Pickpocket and a role that changes depending on the game and competitive format.
Competitive Overview
Binacle can be useful when its typing, movepool and abilities fit the format. Its value depends heavily on matchup, available moves and team support.
Players should check the current format before locking in a set, since Binacle’s best role can change across Pokemon games.
Here are the key facts to know about Binacle, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Binacle
#0688
Rock / Water
Two-Handed Pokemon
1’08” / 0.5 m
50 cm
68.3 lbs / 31.0 kg
31.0 kg
Tough Claws, Sniper, Pickpocket
Binacle’s base stats determine how it performs as an attacker, defender or support Pokemon.
These are some of Binacle’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
A useful move option for Binacle across Pokemon games, depending on format, learnset and team role.
Use the section below to view Binacle’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Binacle is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon. Its weaknesses, resistances and immunities shape how it performs in battle.
Rock / Water
Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground
Normal, Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying
None
Binacle’s abilities can affect how it performs in battle depending on the game and format.
Tough Claws can shape how Binacle performs in battle depending on the game, format and matchup.
Sniper can shape how Binacle performs in battle depending on the game, format and matchup.
Pickpocket can shape how Binacle performs in battle depending on the game, format and matchup.
Binacle evolves into Barbaracle starting at Level 39.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Binacle at Level 39
Binacle’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check each generation dropdown below for game-specific notes.
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Not available because Binacle had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Ambrette Town, Cyllage City and Route 8 using Rock Smash. |
 Pokemon Y |
Ambrette Town, Cyllage City and Route 8 using Rock Smash. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Binacle |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Binacle. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Binacle is a Rock / Water-type Pokemon.
Binacle is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves.
Binacle’s abilities are Tough Claws, Sniper, Pickpocket.
Binacle’s availability depends on the game. Check the location tables above for each generation.
Final Output Note:
Removed the Pokemon Champions Featured Competitive Build section because no confirmed individual TGH build was found for Binacle.
Information not API-driven yet: manually written abilities, best moves, availability notes, Legends Z-A notes and related guide links.
Human review before publishing: verify final game-specific locations, Legends Z-A details, type icon image IDs and any future Pokemon Champions build coverage for Binacle.
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