Ambipom Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Ambipom in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Ambipom
Ambipom is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 49.375 DPS.
Ambipom 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: Ambipom is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Ambipom 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 Ambipom is Mega Blaziken (49.375 DPS), Mega Lucario (48.833 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (43.750 DPS).
Catching Ambipom: After defeating Ambipom, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1344 and 1416 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1672-1761 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Ambipom from raids will have exactly 1416 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 Ambipom?
The best counter for Ambipom is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 49.375 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (48.833 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (43.750 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Ambipom?
Ambipom 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 Ambipom weak to?
Ambipom is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Ambipom be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Ambipom's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Ambipom from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Ambipom from raids will have 1416 CP at level 20, or 1761 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1344. If you see 1416 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Ambipom worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Ambipom 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 Ambipom?
For the best moveset for Ambipom itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Ambipom 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 Ambipom without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Ambipom can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (38.370 DPS) and Lucario (37.167 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 Ambipom in raids?
Weather boost information for Ambipom 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.