How do you get Zeraora in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, and trading with other trainers. Walking Zeraora as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

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Zeraora

Q: What is the best moveset for Zeraora in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Volt Switch and 497. This combination provides the highest damage output for raids and gym battles. Use a Charged TM or Fast TM to get the optimal moves.

Q: What are Zeraora's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora is a Electric-type Pokemon weak to Ground-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Zeraora, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Zeraora resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves.

Q: What is Zeraora's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora's maximum CP is 3,865 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,419 at level 40. Its base stats are 252 Attack, 177 Defense, and 204 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 633. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Zeraora?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Zeraora has 1953 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2442 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 3,865 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Zeraora showing 1953 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: Can Zeraora be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Zeraora availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset, PvP rankings, counters & stats for Pokemon GO.

Electric

Max CP 3,865 Volt Switch + 497 Rainy

Blacephalon | Meltan

Is Zeraora worth building?

Fine to keep, but not a priority power-up. Zeraora is a Electric-type Pokémon that caps at 3,865 CP. Its best all-round moveset is Volt Switch paired with 497.

Stats

Max CP

3,865

Lv.40: 3,419 Lv.50: 3,865

Attack 252

Defense 177

Stamina 204

Total 633

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Type Chart

Weak to

Resists

Rankings

Raid Attacker

Electric Attacker

#18

16.4

DPS

352

TDO

Volt Switch

497

Moves

Fast Moves

Spark STAB

DPS

4.0 PWR 6 EN 0.5s DUR 12 EPS Rainy

Volt Switch STAB

8.7

DPS

13.0 PWR 20 EN 1.5s DUR 13.3 EPS Rainy

Charged Moves

497 STAB

38.6

DPS

135.0 PWR 50 EN 3.5s DUR

Discharge STAB

DPS

65.0 PWR 33 EN 2.5s DUR

Thunder Punch STAB

DPS

50.0 PWR 33 EN 2.0s DUR

Wild Charge STAB Buff

DPS

90.0 PWR 50 EN 2.5s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

For raids and gym battles, Zeraora's best offensive moveset is Volt Switch combined with 497, achieving 16.4 DPS and 352 TDO as a Electric-type attacker (ranked #18, Tier C).

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Volt Switch (8.7 DPS), while Volt Switch generates energy the fastest (13.3 EPS).

Raid Guide

Zeraora as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Zeraora is not currently available as a raid boss. When Zeraora returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Zeraora from raids would have 1953 CP at level 20, or 2442 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

How to Get Zeraora

Zeraora can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

Walking Zeraora as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.

Zeraora Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Zeraora in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch

Level 1–30

87 – 2,955 CP

Wild (Weather Boost)

Level 1–35

87 – 3,199 CP

Raid Catch

Level 20

1,917 – 2,002 CP

Raid (Weather Boost)

Level 25

2,385 – 2,491 CP

Egg Hatch

Level 20

1,917 – 2,002 CP

Research Encounter

Level 15

1,449 – 1,514 CP

GO Battle League

Level 20

1,917 – 2,002 CP

A 100% IV Zeraora from raids or eggs will show 1,953 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Zeraora is a Electric-type Pokemon with a stat total of 633. With its high Attack stat (252), Zeraora is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.

Watch out for Ground-type moves when using Zeraora. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Zeraora's performance.

Zeraora's moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Zeraora much better coverage in PvP battles.

Should I Invest in Zeraora?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)

135,000 Stardust

15 Candy

Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)

0 Stardust

0 XL Candy

Total (20 → 50)

135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Low Priority
Zeraora ranks #18 as a Electric-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,865 and base stats of 252/177/204, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Zeraora is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Electric-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Zeraora in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora's best moveset is Volt Switch (fast) and 497 (charged), providing 16.4 DPS as a Electric-type attacker. This combination maximizes damage output thanks to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus), strong energy generation from the fast move, and high DPE (damage per energy) on the charged move.

What are Zeraora's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora is weak to Ground-type moves. On the other hand, Zeraora resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type attacks, so avoid using those types against it. To counter Zeraora effectively in raids and gyms, build a team using its weakest type matchups and pick attackers that have STAB moves of those types.

What is Zeraora's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora's maximum CP is 3,865 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 3,419 at level 40. Reaching level 50 requires XL Candy, which is only available to trainers level 31 and above — earning XL Candy involves catching, hatching, transferring, and walking Pokemon. Zeraora's CP is calculated from its base stats: 252 Attack, 177 Defense, and 204 Stamina. Powering up from level 40 to 50 requires a significant investment of XL Candy and Stardust, so plan your resources carefully. A 100% IV Zeraora caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 1,953 CP, or 2,442 CP with weather boost (level 25).

What CP is a 100% IV Zeraora?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Zeraora has the following CP at key levels: 1,465 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 1,953 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 2,442 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 3,865 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a perfect IV Zeraora, it is worth investing Stardust and Candy to power it up, especially if Zeraora ranks well in raids or PvP. A 100% IV (also called a "hundo") is the rarest IV combination, so tag and favorite it to make sure you don't accidentally transfer it.

How to get Zeraora in Pokemon GO?

Zeraora can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events.

Can Zeraora be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Zeraora's availability depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Not all Pokemon have their shiny forms available yet. Check the current events page and Community Day announcements for any updates on shiny Zeraora availability and boosted shiny rates during special events.

Max CP per Level

L1 48 CP

L5 461 CP

L10 977 CP

L15 1,465 CP

L20 1,953 CP

L25 2,442 CP

L30 2,931 CP

L35 3,175 CP

L40 3,419 CP

L50 3,865 CP

L1 48

L2 151

L3 254

L4 358

L5 461

L6 564

L7 667

L8 770

L9 874

L10 977

L11 1,074

L12 1,172

L13 1,270

L14 1,367

L15 1,465

L16 1,563

L17 1,660

L18 1,758

L19 1,856

L20 1,953

L21 2,051

L22 2,149

L23 2,247

L24 2,344

L25 2,442

L26 2,540

L27 2,638

L28 2,735

L29 2,833

L30 2,931

L31 2,980

L32 3,028

L33 3,077

L34 3,126

L35 3,175

L36 3,224

L37 3,273

L38 3,321

L39 3,370

L40 3,419

L41 3,462

L42 3,506

L43 3,550

L44 3,594

L45 3,639

L46 3,684

L47 3,729

L48 3,774

L49 3,820

L50 3,865

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #807

Generation Gen 7

Region Alola

Height 1.50 m

Weight 44.50 kg

Buddy Distance 20.0 km

Tradable No

2nd Charged Move 100,000 Dust / 100 Candy