Starmie Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Starmie in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Starmie
Starmie is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Water/Psychic typing. The best counter is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (Shadow) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 40.300 DPS.
Starmie 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: Starmie is weak to Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass -type attacks. Avoid using Fighting, Fire, Ice-type moves as Starmie 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 Starmie is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) (40.300 DPS), Mega Gengar (36.400 DPS), and Regieleki (36.235 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Starmie: After defeating Starmie, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1439 and 1513 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1791-1883 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Starmie from raids will have exactly 1513 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 Starmie?
The best counter for Starmie is Shadow Thundurus (Therian) with Volt Switch and Wildbolt Storm, dealing 40.300 DPS. Other top options include Mega Gengar (36.400 DPS) and Regieleki (36.235 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Starmie?
Starmie 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 Starmie weak to?
Starmie is weak to Bug, Dark, Electric, Ghost, Grass-type attacks. It resists Fighting, Fire, Ice, Psychic, Steel, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Starmie be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Starmie's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Starmie from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Starmie from raids will have 1513 CP at level 20, or 1883 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1439. If you see 1513 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Starmie worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Starmie 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 Starmie?
For the best moveset for Starmie itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Starmie 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 Starmie without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Starmie can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Regieleki (36.235 DPS) and Thundurus (Therian) (33.600 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 Starmie in raids?
Weather boost information for Starmie 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.