Short answer: Dendra as a single is the statistically smarter choice. Below you'll find the single price, pull rate, and how many Paldea Evolved packs you need for realistic odds.
Recommendation
Buying the single is statistically better
For a 50% chance to pull this card you need roughly 217 packs. That costs around 1445 €, while the single price is 0.00 €.
Probability, pack count, and cost compared to buying the single.
Chance
Packs
Pack Cost
Diff vs. Buy
50% Chance
217
1445 €
+1445 €
75% Chance
434
2890 €
+2890 €
90% Chance
721
4802 €
+4802 €
99% Chance
1441
9597 €
+9597 €
Buy vs. Pull Analysis for Dendra
If you specifically want Dendra from Paldea Evolved, buying the single is the reliable path. A booster currently costs 6.66 €, but the pull rate is only 0.319% per pack. Even the 50% threshold sits at 217 packs.
Packs can still be fun if you want multiple cards from the set or if the opening experience itself is the value. As a pure price decision, pullrates.gg always compares the cost of getting one specific card against its market price as a single.
FAQ about Dendra from Paldea Evolved
Should I buy Dendra as a single?
Dendra as a single is the statistically smarter choice.
How many Paldea Evolved packs do I need for Dendra?
For a 50% chance you need about 217 packs, for a 90% chance about 721 packs.
What is the pull rate of Dendra in Paldea Evolved?
The pull rate is 0.319% per booster, roughly 1 out of 313 packs.
Why is buying the single often cheaper?
With rare cards, opening packs means paying for many unsuccessful pulls. Buying the single removes that risk and gives you exactly the card you want.