Steenee sits in the middle of its evolution line — stronger than Bounsweet but not yet at full power. Most trainers push through to Tsareena as fast as possible. 5 type weaknesses to keep in mind. Known as the Fruit Pokemon.
Steenee's stats barely vary. 0 sit in respectable range with no real gaps. It's a blank slate for EV investment. Worth 2 Speed EVs, 1.06M XP medium-slow curve to max.
Steenee spreads a sweet scent that makes others feel invigorated. This same scent is popular for antiperspirants.
Steenee bounces energetically through forests. If the rind that peels off its body is pulverized, it can be used to treat stomach pains.
Steenee Weakness
FragileType-wise, Steenee takes extra damage from Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage.
Steenee is partway through a three-stage line between Bounsweet and Tsareena. The chain involves knowing a specific move, so it's not a straightforward grind. Speed has grown the most so far (+30), but there's still another 220 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
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TMs define Steenee's movepool. The natural moves cover basics with Leaf Storm and Solar Beam, but the real versatility comes from technical machines giving it Normal and Fairy coverage and more. That's where the options open up.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
The egg pool carries weight here. Acupressure and Endeavor aren't available any other way for Steenee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Leaf Storm and Solar Beam for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Acupressure and Charm aren't available any other way for Steenee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Leaf Storm and Solar Beam for solid options.
The egg pool carries weight here. Acupressure and Charm aren't available any other way for Steenee, and they meaningfully change what it threatens. Stack those on top of Leaf Storm and Solar Beam for solid options.
moderate rates across 4 locations for Steenee in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Steenee in Scarlet & Violet
The path to Steenee starts with Bounsweet at Lv. 5-47 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch BounsweetEFFORTLESSCasseroya Lake - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyWaterEFFORTLESSCasseroya Lake - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyWaterEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Four) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSTagtree Thicket - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyForestEFFORTLESSTagtree Thicket - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyForestEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.5-1730%EarlyRoute
Step 2Steenee ✓MODERATEEast Province (Area One) - ForestScarletOverworldLv.21-479%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - ForestVioletOverworldLv.21-479%MidRouteCHALLENGINGEast Province (Area One) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.21-473%MidRouteCHALLENGINGEast Province (Area One) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.21-473%MidRouteor evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
moderate rates across 2 locations for Steenee in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Steenee in Sword & Shield
The path to Steenee starts with Bounsweet at Lv. 7-40 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch BounsweetEASYRolling FieldsSwordGrassLv.7-920%EarlyNormal WeatherEASYRolling FieldsShieldGrassLv.7-1020%EarlyNormal WeatherEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingOvercastEASYWatchtower RuinsSwordGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingNormal WeatherEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingOvercastEASYWatchtower RuinsShieldGrassLv.11-1420%EarlyBuildingNormal WeatherEASYEast Lake AxewellSwordOverworldLv.10-1515%EarlyCaveNormal WeatherEASYEast Lake AxewellShieldOverworldLv.10-1515%EarlyCaveNormal WeatherMODERATEWest Lake AxewellSwordGrassLv.7-1110%EarlyCaveNormal WeatherMODERATEWest Lake AxewellShieldGrassLv.7-1110%EarlyCaveNormal WeatherCHALLENGINGDappled GroveShieldGrassLv.11-155%EarlyForestSandstormCHALLENGINGDappled GroveShieldGrassLv.11-155%EarlyForestNormal WeatherCHALLENGINGDappled GroveSwordGrassLv.11-155%EarlyForestSandstormCHALLENGINGDappled GroveSwordGrassLv.11-155%EarlyForestNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3060%MidRainingEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3060%MidRainingEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3050%MidOvercastEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3050%MidNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3050%MidOvercastEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3050%MidNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3045%MidIntense SunEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidIntense SunEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowingEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowstormEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSandstormEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidThunderstormEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowingEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSnowstormEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidSandstormEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3SwordOverworldLv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogEFFORTLESSStony Wilderness - 3ShieldOverworldLv.28-3035%MidThunderstorm
Step 2Steenee ✓MODERATEAxew's EyeSwordGrassLv.35-4010%LateNormal WeatherMODERATEAxew's EyeShieldGrassLv.35-4010%LateNormal Weatheror evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
Easy grab on Steenee with high spawn rates across 10 locations in mid-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Steenee in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
The path to Steenee starts with Bounsweet at Lv. 19-22 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Obtain Bounsweet
Step 2Steenee ✓EFFORTLESSLush Jungle - SouthUltra SunGrassLv.19-2270%MidForestShaking spotEFFORTLESSLush Jungle - SouthUltra MoonGrassLv.19-2270%MidForestShaking spotEFFORTLESSLush Jungle - WestUltra SunGrassLv.19-2270%MidForestShaking spotEFFORTLESSLush Jungle - WestUltra MoonGrassLv.19-2270%MidForestShaking spotMODERATELush Jungle - NorthUltra MoonGrassLv.19-2210%MidForestMODERATELush Jungle - NorthUltra SunGrassLv.19-2210%MidForestMODERATELush Jungle - SouthUltra MoonGrassLv.19-2210%MidForestMODERATELush Jungle - SouthUltra SunGrassLv.19-2210%MidForestMODERATELush Jungle - WestUltra SunGrassLv.19-2210%MidForestMODERATELush Jungle - WestUltra MoonGrassLv.19-2210%MidForestor evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Steenee here. It's available through an NPC trade at Seafolk Village. Check the location details below for what Pokemon the trader wants in return.
How to Obtain Steenee in Sun & Moon
Bounsweet is your first catch on the way to Steenee. You'll find trade and walking encounters from Lv. 16-43 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch BounsweetEFFORTLESSLush Jungle - WestMoonGrassLv.18-2140%MidForestEFFORTLESSLush Jungle - WestSunGrassLv.18-2140%MidForestRoute 5MoonIn-game tradeLv.16MidRouteTrade for (give Lillipup)Route 5SunIn-game tradeLv.16MidRouteTrade for (give Lillipup)
Step 2Steenee ✓Seafolk VillageSunIn-game tradeLv.43LateCityTrade for (give Granbull)Seafolk VillageMoonIn-game tradeLv.43LateCityTrade for (give Granbull)or evolve from Bounsweet (Step 1)
Steenee isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Tsareena to unlock its full potential. At 290 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Leaf Guard is the go-to ability for Steenee. It protects against major status ailments during strong sunlight. Its hidden ability Sweet Veil can work in specific setups. Oblivious is the other option — pick based on what your team needs.
Steenee fills the balanced role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 40 Attack). At base 62 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Steenee can be found in Scarlet & Violet, Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Introduced in Sun & Moon, Steenee has appeared in 4 games across 3 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB

Red & Blue - Gen IIGS

Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS

Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG

FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS

HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP

Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW

Black & White - Gen VB2W2

Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY

X & Y - Gen VIORAS

Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM

Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISMDebut

Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE

Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh

Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP

Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV

Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A
