Primeape Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Primeape in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Primeape
Primeape is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fighting typing. The best counter is Shadow Mewtwo (Shadow) with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 50.706 DPS.
Primeape 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: Primeape is weak to Fairy, Flying, Psychic -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Dark, Rock-type moves as Primeape 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 Primeape is Shadow Mewtwo (50.706 DPS), Mega Alakazam (48.778 DPS), and Mega Rayquaza (44.645 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Primeape: After defeating Primeape, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1270 and 1340 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1580-1667 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Primeape from raids will have exactly 1340 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 Primeape?
The best counter for Primeape is Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 50.706 DPS. Other top options include Mega Alakazam (48.778 DPS) and Mega Rayquaza (44.645 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Primeape?
Primeape 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 Primeape weak to?
Primeape is weak to Fairy, Flying, Psychic-type attacks. It resists Bug, Dark, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Primeape be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Primeape's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Primeape from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Primeape from raids will have 1340 CP at level 20, or 1667 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1270. If you see 1340 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Primeape worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Primeape 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 Primeape?
For the best moveset for Primeape itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Primeape 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 Primeape without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Primeape can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Mewtwo (42.235 DPS) and Hoopa (Unbound) (41.556 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 Primeape in raids?
Weather boost information for Primeape is not currently available. Fighting-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.