Exeggutor Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Exeggutor in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Exeggutor
Exeggutor 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 58.080 DPS.
Exeggutor 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: Exeggutor is weak to Bug (double weak!), Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Poison -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Fighting, Grass-type moves as Exeggutor 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 Exeggutor is Mega Heracross (58.080 DPS), Pheromosa (57.875 DPS), and Mega Pinsir (52.889 DPS).
Catching Exeggutor: After defeating Exeggutor, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1685 and 1765 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2096-2196 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Exeggutor from raids will have exactly 1765 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 Exeggutor?
The best counter for Exeggutor is Mega Heracross with Struggle Bug and Megahorn, dealing 58.080 DPS. Other top options include Pheromosa (57.875 DPS) and Mega Pinsir (52.889 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Exeggutor?
Exeggutor 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 Exeggutor weak to?
Exeggutor 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 Exeggutor be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Exeggutor's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Exeggutor from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Exeggutor from raids will have 1765 CP at level 20, or 2196 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1685. If you see 1765 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Exeggutor worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Exeggutor 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 Exeggutor?
For the best moveset for Exeggutor itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Exeggutor 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 Exeggutor without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Exeggutor can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (57.875 DPS) and Volcarona (48.125 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 Exeggutor in raids?
Weather boost information for Exeggutor 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.