Komala Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Komala in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Komala
Komala is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Lucario (Mega) with Force Palm and Aura Sphere, dealing 42.833 DPS.
Komala 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: Komala is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Komala 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 Komala is Mega Lucario (42.833 DPS), Mega Blaziken (42.750 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (37.500 DPS).
Catching Komala: After defeating Komala, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1438 and 1512 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1789-1881 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Komala from raids will have exactly 1512 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 Komala?
The best counter for Komala is Mega Lucario with Force Palm and Aura Sphere, dealing 42.833 DPS. Other top options include Mega Blaziken (42.750 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (37.500 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Komala?
Komala 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 Komala weak to?
Komala is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Komala be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Komala's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Komala from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Komala from raids will have 1512 CP at level 20, or 1881 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1438. If you see 1512 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Komala worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Komala 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 Komala?
For the best moveset for Komala itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Komala 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 Komala without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Komala can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (33.926 DPS) and Lucario (32.333 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 Komala in raids?
Weather boost information for Komala 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.