Glameow Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Glameow in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Glameow
Glameow is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 86.500 DPS.
Glameow 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: Glameow is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Glameow 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 Glameow is Mega Blaziken (86.500 DPS), Mega Lucario (85.333 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (75.250 DPS).
Catching Glameow: After defeating Glameow, the catch encounter will have a CP between 502 and 547 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 625-680 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Glameow from raids will have exactly 547 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 Glameow?
The best counter for Glameow is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 86.500 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (85.333 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (75.250 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Glameow?
Glameow 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 Glameow weak to?
Glameow is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Glameow be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Glameow's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Glameow from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Glameow from raids will have 547 CP at level 20, or 680 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 502. If you see 547 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Glameow worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Glameow 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 Glameow?
For the best moveset for Glameow itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Glameow 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 Glameow without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Glameow can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (66.593 DPS) and Lucario (64.833 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 Glameow in raids?
Weather boost information for Glameow is not currently available. Normal-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.