Treecko Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Treecko in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Treecko
Treecko is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Grass typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 70.316 DPS.
Treecko 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: Treecko is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison -type attacks. Avoid using Electric, Grass, Ground-type moves as Treecko 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 Treecko is Mega Blaziken (70.316 DPS), Blacephalon (69.444 DPS), and Mega Charizard Y (68.421 DPS).
Catching Treecko: After defeating Treecko, the catch encounter will have a CP between 569 and 616 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 709-767 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Treecko from raids will have exactly 616 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 Treecko?
The best counter for Treecko is Mega Blaziken with Fire Spin and Blast Burn, dealing 70.316 DPS. Other top options include Blacephalon (69.444 DPS) and Mega Charizard Y (68.421 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Treecko?
Treecko 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 Treecko weak to?
Treecko is weak to Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison-type attacks. It resists Electric, Grass, Ground, Water-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Treecko be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Treecko's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Treecko from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Treecko from raids will have 616 CP at level 20, or 767 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 569. If you see 616 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Treecko worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Treecko 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 Treecko?
For the best moveset for Treecko itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Treecko 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 Treecko without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Treecko can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (69.444 DPS) and Eternatus (61.185 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 Treecko in raids?
Weather boost information for Treecko is not currently available. Grass-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.