Dustox Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Dustox in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Dustox
Dustox is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Bug/Poison typing. The best counter is Shadow Mewtwo (Shadow) with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 43.176 DPS.
Dustox 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: Dustox is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Grass, Bug-type moves as Dustox 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 Dustox is Shadow Mewtwo (43.176 DPS), Mega Alakazam (41.667 DPS), and Mega Blaziken (41.158 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Dustox: After defeating Dustox, the catch encounter will have a CP between 665 and 717 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 827-891 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Dustox from raids will have exactly 717 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 Dustox?
The best counter for Dustox is Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 43.176 DPS. Other top options include Mega Alakazam (41.667 DPS) and Mega Blaziken (41.158 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Dustox?
Dustox 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 Dustox weak to?
Dustox is weak to Fire, Flying, Psychic, Rock-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Grass, Bug, Fairy, Poison-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Dustox be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Dustox's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Dustox from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Dustox from raids will have 717 CP at level 20, or 891 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 665. If you see 717 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Dustox worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Dustox 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 Dustox?
For the best moveset for Dustox itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Dustox 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 Dustox without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Dustox can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (40.333 DPS) and Mewtwo (35.882 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 Dustox in raids?
Weather boost information for Dustox 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.