Pichu Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Pichu in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Pichu
Pichu is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Electric typing. The best counter is Primal Groudon (Mega) with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 121.000 DPS.
Pichu 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: Pichu is weak to Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves as Pichu 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 Pichu is Primal Groudon (121.000 DPS), Shadow Groudon (111.300 DPS), and Mega Garchomp (107.083 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Pichu: After defeating Pichu, the catch encounter will have a CP between 246 and 277 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 306-345 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Pichu from raids will have exactly 277 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 Pichu?
The best counter for Pichu is Primal Groudon with Mud Shot and Precipice Blades, dealing 121.000 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Groudon (111.300 DPS) and Mega Garchomp (107.083 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Pichu?
Pichu 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 Pichu weak to?
Pichu is weak to Ground-type attacks. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Pichu be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Pichu's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Pichu from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Pichu from raids will have 277 CP at level 20, or 345 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 246. If you see 277 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Pichu worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Pichu 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 Pichu?
For the best moveset for Pichu itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Pichu 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 Pichu without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Pichu can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Landorus (Therian) (103.909 DPS) and Groudon (92.800 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 Pichu in raids?
Weather boost information for Pichu is not currently available. Electric-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.