Samurott Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Samurott in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Samurott
Samurott is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Water typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 47.000 DPS.
Samurott 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: Samurott is weak to Electric, Grass -type attacks. Avoid using Fire, Ice, Steel-type moves as Samurott 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 Samurott is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (47.000 DPS), Regieleki (42.000 DPS), and Thundurus (Therian) (39.100 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Samurott: After defeating Samurott, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1577 and 1655 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1962-2059 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Samurott from raids will have exactly 1655 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 Samurott?
The best counter for Samurott is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 47.000 DPS. Other top options include Regieleki (42.000 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (39.100 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Samurott?
Samurott 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 Samurott weak to?
Samurott is weak to Electric, Grass-type attacks. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Samurott be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Samurott's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Samurott from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Samurott from raids will have 1655 CP at level 20, or 2059 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1577. If you see 1655 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Samurott worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Samurott 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 Samurott?
For the best moveset for Samurott itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Samurott 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 Samurott without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Samurott can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (42.000 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (39.100 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 Samurott in raids?
Weather boost information for Samurott is not currently available. Water-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.