Aipom Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Aipom in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Aipom
Aipom is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 63.125 DPS.
Aipom can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Aipom is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Aipom resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Aipom is Mega Blaziken (63.125 DPS), Mega Lucario (62.333 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (55.625 DPS).
Catching Aipom: After defeating Aipom, the catch encounter will have a CP between 736 and 789 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 916-982 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Aipom from raids will have exactly 789 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Aipom?
The best counter for Aipom is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 63.125 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (62.333 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (55.625 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Aipom?
Aipom can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Aipom weak to?
Aipom is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Aipom be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Aipom's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Aipom from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Aipom from raids will have 789 CP at level 20, or 982 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 736. If you see 789 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Aipom worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Aipom is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Aipom?
For the best moveset for Aipom itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Aipom stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Aipom without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Aipom can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (48.889 DPS) and Lucario (47.833 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Aipom in raids?
Weather boost information for Aipom is not currently available. Normal-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.