Spinda Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Spinda in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Spinda
Spinda is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Normal typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 61.125 DPS.
Spinda 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: Spinda is weak to Fighting -type attacks. Avoid using Ghost-type moves as Spinda 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 Spinda is Mega Blaziken (61.125 DPS), Mega Lucario (60.167 DPS), and Shadow Blaziken (53.125 DPS).
Catching Spinda: After defeating Spinda, the catch encounter will have a CP between 664 and 715 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 826-889 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Spinda from raids will have exactly 715 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 Spinda?
The best counter for Spinda is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 61.125 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (60.167 DPS) and Shadow Blaziken (53.125 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Spinda?
Spinda 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 Spinda weak to?
Spinda is weak to Fighting-type attacks. It resists Ghost-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Spinda be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Spinda's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Spinda from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Spinda from raids will have 715 CP at level 20, or 889 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 664. If you see 715 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Spinda worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Spinda 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 Spinda?
For the best moveset for Spinda itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Spinda 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 Spinda without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Spinda can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Pheromosa (47.926 DPS) and Lucario (46.000 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 Spinda in raids?
Weather boost information for Spinda 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.