Rattata Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Rattata in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Rattata
Rattata is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 100.750 DPS.
Rattata 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: Rattata is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Rattata 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 Rattata is Mega Blaziken (100.750 DPS), Mega Lucario (99.667 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (88.500 DPS).
Catching Rattata: After defeating Rattata, the catch encounter will have a CP between 391 and 430 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 486-535 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Rattata from raids will have exactly 430 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 Rattata?
The best counter for Rattata is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 100.750 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (99.667 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (88.500 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Rattata?
Rattata 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 Rattata weak to?
Rattata is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Rattata be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Rattata's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Rattata from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Rattata from raids will have 430 CP at level 20, or 535 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 391. If you see 430 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Rattata worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Rattata 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 Rattata?
For the best moveset for Rattata itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Rattata 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 Rattata without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Rattata can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (77.556 DPS) and Lucario (76.000 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 Rattata in raids?
Weather boost information for Rattata 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.