Igglybuff Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Igglybuff in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Igglybuff
Igglybuff is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal/Fairy typing. The best counter is Mega Lucario (Mega) with Bullet Punch and Meteor Mash, dealing 186.800 DPS.
Igglybuff 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: Igglybuff is weak to Poison, Steel -type attacks. Avoid using Dragon, Ghost, Bug-type moves as Igglybuff 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 Igglybuff is Mega Lucario (186.800 DPS), Shadow Metagross (185.467 DPS), and Mega Metagross (180.800 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Igglybuff: After defeating Igglybuff, the catch encounter will have a CP between 275 and 313 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 343-390 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Igglybuff from raids will have exactly 313 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 Igglybuff?
The best counter for Igglybuff is Mega Lucario with Bullet Punch and Meteor Mash, dealing 186.800 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Metagross (185.467 DPS) and Mega Metagross (180.800 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Igglybuff?
Igglybuff 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 Igglybuff weak to?
Igglybuff is weak to Poison, Steel-type attacks. It resists Dragon, Ghost, Bug, Dark-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Igglybuff be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Igglybuff's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Igglybuff from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Igglybuff from raids will have 313 CP at level 20, or 390 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 275. If you see 313 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Igglybuff worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Igglybuff 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 Igglybuff?
For the best moveset for Igglybuff itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Igglybuff 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 Igglybuff without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Igglybuff can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Deoxys (Attack) (162.968 DPS) and Eternatus (160.471 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 Igglybuff in raids?
Weather boost information for Igglybuff 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.