Sizzlipede Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Sizzlipede in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Sizzlipede
Sizzlipede is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fire/Bug typing. The best counter is Shadow Rampardos (Shadow) with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 103.429 DPS.
Sizzlipede 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: Sizzlipede is weak to Rock (double weak!), Flying, Water -type attacks. Avoid using Grass, Bug, Fairy-type moves as Sizzlipede 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 Sizzlipede is Shadow Rampardos (103.429 DPS), Mega Diancie (102.105 DPS), and Shadow Tyrantrum (96.333 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Sizzlipede: After defeating Sizzlipede, the catch encounter will have a CP between 567 and 614 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 706-764 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Sizzlipede from raids will have exactly 614 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 Sizzlipede?
The best counter for Sizzlipede is Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 103.429 DPS. Other top options include Mega Diancie (102.105 DPS) and Shadow Tyrantrum (96.333 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Sizzlipede?
Sizzlipede 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 Sizzlipede weak to?
Sizzlipede is weak to Rock (double weak), Flying, Water-type attacks. It resists Grass, Bug, Fairy, Fighting, Ice, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Sizzlipede be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Sizzlipede's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Sizzlipede from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Sizzlipede from raids will have 614 CP at level 20, or 764 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 567. If you see 614 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Sizzlipede worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Sizzlipede 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 Sizzlipede?
For the best moveset for Sizzlipede itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Sizzlipede 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 Sizzlipede without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Sizzlipede can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Glimmora (86.867 DPS) and Rampardos (86.286 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 Sizzlipede in raids?
Weather boost information for Sizzlipede 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.