Clamperl Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Clamperl in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Clamperl
Clamperl is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Water typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 54.300 DPS.
Clamperl 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: Clamperl is weak to Electric, Grass -type attacks. Avoid using Fire, Ice, Steel-type moves as Clamperl 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 Clamperl is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (54.300 DPS), Regieleki (48.471 DPS), and Thundurus (Therian) (45.500 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Clamperl: After defeating Clamperl, the catch encounter will have a CP between 692 and 744 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 861-925 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Clamperl from raids will have exactly 744 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 Clamperl?
The best counter for Clamperl is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 54.300 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (48.471 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (45.500 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Clamperl?
Clamperl 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 Clamperl weak to?
Clamperl is weak to Electric, Grass-type attacks. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Clamperl be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Clamperl's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Clamperl from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Clamperl from raids will have 744 CP at level 20, or 925 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 692. If you see 744 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Clamperl worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Clamperl 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 Clamperl?
For the best moveset for Clamperl itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Clamperl 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 Clamperl without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Clamperl can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (48.471 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (45.500 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 Clamperl in raids?
Weather boost information for Clamperl is not currently available. Water-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.