Wattrel Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Wattrel in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Wattrel
Wattrel is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Electric/Flying typing. The best counter is Shadow Rampardos (Shadow) with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 77.333 DPS.
Wattrel 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: Wattrel is weak to Ice, Rock -type attacks. Avoid using Bug, Fighting, Flying-type moves as Wattrel 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 Wattrel is Shadow Rampardos (77.333 DPS), Mega Diancie (76.632 DPS), and Shadow Tyrantrum (72.467 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Wattrel: After defeating Wattrel, the catch encounter will have a CP between 442 and 483 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 550-601 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Wattrel from raids will have exactly 483 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 Wattrel?
The best counter for Wattrel is Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 77.333 DPS. Other top options include Mega Diancie (76.632 DPS) and Shadow Tyrantrum (72.467 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Wattrel?
Wattrel 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 Wattrel weak to?
Wattrel is weak to Ice, Rock-type attacks. It resists Bug, Fighting, Flying, Grass, Ground, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Wattrel be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Wattrel's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Wattrel from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Wattrel from raids will have 483 CP at level 20, or 601 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 442. If you see 483 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Wattrel worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Wattrel 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 Wattrel?
For the best moveset for Wattrel itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Wattrel 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 Wattrel without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Wattrel can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Kyurem (White) (72.095 DPS) and Rampardos (65.143 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 Wattrel in raids?
Weather boost information for Wattrel is not currently available. Electric-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.