Golbat Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Golbat in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Golbat
Golbat is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Poison/Flying typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 49.000 DPS.
Golbat 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: Golbat is weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fighting, Grass-type moves as Golbat 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 Golbat is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (49.000 DPS), Shadow Mewtwo (46.471 DPS), and Mega Alakazam (44.889 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Golbat: After defeating Golbat, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1093 and 1157 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1360-1440 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Golbat from raids will have exactly 1157 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 Golbat?
The best counter for Golbat is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 49.000 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Mewtwo (46.471 DPS) and Mega Alakazam (44.889 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Golbat?
Golbat 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 Golbat weak to?
Golbat is weak to Electric, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fighting, Grass, Fairy, Ground, Poison-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Golbat be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Golbat's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Golbat from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Golbat from raids will have 1157 CP at level 20, or 1440 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1093. If you see 1157 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Golbat worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Golbat 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 Golbat?
For the best moveset for Golbat itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Golbat 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 Golbat without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Golbat can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (43.882 DPS) and Deoxys (Attack) (43.226 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 Golbat in raids?
Weather boost information for Golbat is not currently available. Poison-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.