Sneasler Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Sneasler in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Sneasler
Sneasler is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Fighting/Poison typing. The best counter is Shadow Mewtwo (Shadow) with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 70.706 DPS.
Sneasler 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: Sneasler is weak to Psychic (double weak!), Flying, Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Dark, Fighting-type moves as Sneasler 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 Sneasler is Shadow Mewtwo (70.706 DPS), Mega Alakazam (68.000 DPS), and Mega Gardevoir (60.667 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Sneasler: After defeating Sneasler, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1803 and 1887 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2243-2348 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Sneasler from raids will have exactly 1887 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 Sneasler?
The best counter for Sneasler is Shadow Mewtwo with Confusion and Psystrike, dealing 70.706 DPS. Other top options include Mega Alakazam (68.000 DPS) and Mega Gardevoir (60.667 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Sneasler?
Sneasler 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 Sneasler weak to?
Sneasler is weak to Psychic (double weak), Flying, Ground-type attacks. It resists Bug, Dark, Fighting, Grass, Poison, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Sneasler be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Sneasler's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Sneasler from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Sneasler from raids will have 1887 CP at level 20, or 2348 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1803. If you see 1887 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Sneasler worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Sneasler 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 Sneasler?
For the best moveset for Sneasler itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Sneasler 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 Sneasler without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Sneasler can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Mewtwo (59.059 DPS) and Hoopa (Unbound) (57.778 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 Sneasler in raids?
Weather boost information for Sneasler 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.