Hattrem Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Hattrem in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Hattrem
Hattrem is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Psychic typing. The best counter is Mega Gengar (Mega) with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 49.333 DPS.
Hattrem 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: Hattrem is weak to Bug, Dark, Ghost -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Psychic-type moves as Hattrem 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 Hattrem is Mega Gengar (49.333 DPS), Shadow Darkrai (45.429 DPS), and Shadow Gengar (44.667 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Hattrem: After defeating Hattrem, the catch encounter will have a CP between 899 and 957 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1118-1191 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Hattrem from raids will have exactly 957 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 Hattrem?
The best counter for Hattrem is Mega Gengar with Lick and Shadow Ball, dealing 49.333 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Darkrai (45.429 DPS) and Shadow Gengar (44.667 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Hattrem?
Hattrem 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 Hattrem weak to?
Hattrem is weak to Bug, Dark, Ghost-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Psychic-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Hattrem be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Hattrem's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Hattrem from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Hattrem from raids will have 957 CP at level 20, or 1191 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 899. If you see 957 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Hattrem worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Hattrem 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 Hattrem?
For the best moveset for Hattrem itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Hattrem 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 Hattrem without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Hattrem can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (41.714 DPS) and Pheromosa (40.625 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 Hattrem in raids?
Weather boost information for Hattrem is not currently available. Psychic-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.