Torterra Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Torterra in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Torterra
Torterra is a 3-Star Raids raid boss in Pokemon GO with grass/ground typing. The best counter is Kyurem (White) with Ice Fang and Blizzard, dealing 46.190 DPS. Torterra's shiny form is available from raid encounters.
Torterra 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: Torterra is weak to Ice (double weak!), Bug, Fire, Flying -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Ground, Rock-type moves as Torterra 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 Torterra is Kyurem (White) (46.190 DPS), Shadow Darmanitan (Galarian standard) (44.714 DPS), and Shadow Weavile (43.067 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Torterra: After defeating Torterra, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1640 and 1718 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 2040-2138 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Torterra from raids will have exactly 1718 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 Torterra?
The best counter for Torterra is Kyurem (White) with Ice Fang and Blizzard, dealing 46.190 DPS. Other top options include Shadow Darmanitan (Galarian standard) (44.714 DPS) and Shadow Weavile (43.067 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Torterra?
Torterra 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 Torterra weak to?
Torterra is weak to Ice (double weak), Bug, Fire, Flying-type attacks. It resists Electric, Ground, Rock-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Torterra be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Yes! Torterra's shiny form is available from raid encounters. The shiny rate for legendary raids is approximately 1 in 20 (5%). Use a Pinap Berry if you already have a shiny and want extra candy.
What CP is a 100% IV Torterra from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Torterra from raids will have 1718 CP at level 20, or 2138 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1640. If you see 1718 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Torterra worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Torterra 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 Torterra?
For the best moveset for Torterra itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Torterra 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 Torterra without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Torterra can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Kyurem (White) (46.190 DPS) and Baxcalibur (37.619 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 Torterra in raids?
Torterra is weather boosted during sunny weather. When boosted, Torterra is harder to defeat (higher CP in the raid) but the catch encounter will be level 25 instead of 20, giving you a higher CP catch (2040-2138 CP) with potentially better IVs. Weather boost is a double-edged sword — harder raid, better reward.