Klefki Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Klefki in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Klefki
Klefki is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Steel/Fairy typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 36.842 DPS.
Klefki 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: Klefki is weak to Fire, Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Dragon, Bug, Dark-type moves as Klefki 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 Klefki is Mega Blaziken (36.842 DPS), Blacephalon (36.667 DPS), and Primal Groudon (36.400 DPS).
Catching Klefki: After defeating Klefki, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1078 and 1141 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1341-1420 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Klefki from raids will have exactly 1141 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
Quick Stats
Weak To
Best Counters
Budget Counters (No Shadow / No Mega)
Catch CP
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Klefki?
The best counter for Klefki is Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 36.842 DPS. Other top options include Blacephalon (36.667 DPS) and Primal Groudon (36.400 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Klefki?
Klefki 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 Klefki weak to?
Klefki is weak to Fire, Ground-type attacks. It resists Dragon, Bug, Dark, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Klefki be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Klefki's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Klefki from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Klefki from raids will have 1141 CP at level 20, or 1420 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1078. If you see 1141 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Klefki worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Klefki 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 Klefki?
For the best moveset for Klefki itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Klefki 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 Klefki without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Klefki can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (36.667 DPS) and Landorus (Therian) (32.000 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 Klefki in raids?
Weather boost information for Klefki is not currently available. Steel-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.