Dottler Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dottler in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dottler
Dottler is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Psychic typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 42.526 DPS.
Dottler 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: Dottler is weak to Bug, Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Grass, Ground-type moves as Dottler 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 Dottler is Mega Blaziken (42.526 DPS), Blacephalon (41.857 DPS), and Mega Gengar (41.733 DPS).
Catching Dottler: After defeating Dottler, the catch encounter will have a CP between 555 and 603 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 691-750 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dottler from raids will have exactly 603 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 Dottler?
The best counter for Dottler is Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 42.526 DPS. Other top options include Blacephalon (41.857 DPS) and Mega Gengar (41.733 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dottler?
Dottler 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 Dottler weak to?
Dottler is weak to Bug, Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Rock-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Grass, Ground, Psychic-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dottler be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dottler's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dottler from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dottler from raids will have 603 CP at level 20, or 750 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 555. If you see 603 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dottler worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dottler 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 Dottler?
For the best moveset for Dottler itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dottler 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 Dottler without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dottler can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. 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 Dottler in raids?
Weather boost information for Dottler is not currently available. Bug-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.