Exeggcute Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Exeggcute in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Exeggcute
Exeggcute is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Grass/Psychic typing. The best counter is Mega Heracross (Mega) with Struggle Bug and Megahorn, dealing 69.280 DPS.
Exeggcute 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: Exeggcute is weak to Bug (double weak!), Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Poison -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Fighting, Grass-type moves as Exeggcute 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 Exeggcute is Mega Heracross (69.280 DPS), Pheromosa (68.750 DPS), and Mega Pinsir (62.889 DPS).
Catching Exeggcute: After defeating Exeggcute, the catch encounter will have a CP between 638 and 688 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 794-856 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Exeggcute from raids will have exactly 688 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 Exeggcute?
The best counter for Exeggcute is Mega Heracross with Struggle Bug and Megahorn, dealing 69.280 DPS. Other top options include Pheromosa (68.750 DPS) and Mega Pinsir (62.889 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Exeggcute?
Exeggcute 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 Exeggcute weak to?
Exeggcute is weak to Bug (double weak), Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Poison-type attacks. It resists Electric, Fighting, Grass, Ground, Psychic, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Exeggcute be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Exeggcute's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Exeggcute from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Exeggcute from raids will have 688 CP at level 20, or 856 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 638. If you see 688 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Exeggcute worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Exeggcute 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 Exeggcute?
For the best moveset for Exeggcute itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Exeggcute 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 Exeggcute without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Exeggcute can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (68.750 DPS) and Volcarona (57.750 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 Exeggcute in raids?
Weather boost information for Exeggcute is not currently available. Grass-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.