Best counters
Ranked by DPS against Swellow. Tap a row for full stats.
Budget counters
No Shadow, Mega or Primal forms needed.
Stats & weaknesses
- Raid tier
- 5
- Shiny available
- No
- Base Attack
- 185
- Base Defense
- 124
- Base Stamina
- 155
Weak to — use these types
Resists — avoid these types
Catch CP after the raid
The CP you will see on the encounter screen.
| IVs | Lv 20 CP | Lv 25 CP (weather) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 / 10 / 10 floor | 1,060 | 1,319 |
| 15 / 15 / 15 100% | 1,124 | 1,399 |
Raid guide
How the fight goes and what to bring.
Do not bring Ghost, Ground, Bug damage — Swellow resists it and your lobby will run out of time before it runs out of HP. Everything in the counter list above already hits for super effective damage, so pick the six highest entries you actually own and power up.
On the catch screen, use Golden Razz Berries and aim for Excellent curveball throws.
FAQ
How many trainers do I need to beat Swellow?
Swellow can be beaten by 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. 4+ is comfortable, and 5–6 is the safe number in a public lobby where you cannot see anyone's team.
Can I beat Swellow without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes. The best non-Shadow, non-Mega option is Regieleki at 53.647 DPS. Budget teams trade about one trainer's worth of damage, so add one or two extra bodies to the lobby.
Can Swellow be shiny?
No, shiny Swellow is not available in Pokemon GO yet. It usually gets released alongside a Raid Day or a seasonal event.
Is Swellow worth raiding?
Swellow is a lower-tier boss you can solo or clear with one friend. It is good for candy, XP and a high-IV specimen, but it does not justify Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Swellow?
The counter list on this page is for beating Swellow. For the moves Swellow should use as your attacker, open its full stats page — it lists every fast and charged move with raid DPS and PvP rankings.