Ponyta Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Ponyta in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Ponyta
Ponyta is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire typing. The best counter is Primal Kyogre (Mega) with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 51.273 DPS.
Ponyta 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: Ponyta is weak to Ground, Rock, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fairy, Fire-type moves as Ponyta 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 Ponyta is Primal Kyogre (51.273 DPS), Primal Groudon (50.800 DPS), and Shadow Kyogre (46.970 DPS).
Catching Ponyta: After defeating Ponyta, the catch encounter will have a CP between 934 and 994 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1162-1236 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Ponyta from raids will have exactly 994 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 Ponyta?
The best counter for Ponyta is Primal Kyogre with Waterfall and Origin Pulse, dealing 51.273 DPS. Other top options include Primal Groudon (50.800 DPS) and Shadow Kyogre (46.970 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Ponyta?
Ponyta 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 Ponyta weak to?
Ponyta is weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Ponyta be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Ponyta's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Ponyta from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Ponyta from raids will have 994 CP at level 20, or 1236 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 934. If you see 994 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Ponyta worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Ponyta 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 Ponyta?
For the best moveset for Ponyta itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Ponyta 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 Ponyta without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Ponyta can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. 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 Ponyta in raids?
Weather boost information for Ponyta is not currently available. Fire-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.