Best Kingdra counters in Pokémon GO

Looking for the best ways to take down Kingdra in Pokémon GO Raid Battles? Our guide has got you covered with a comprehensive list of the top Kingdra counters, including the highest DPS and tankiest options.
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About the results
Our guide provides detailed information on recommended Pokémon and moves that are most effective against Kingdra in Raid Battles. Whether you're looking for the best counters to take Kingdra down quickly with high DPS, or the tankiest counters that can withstand its attacks, our guide has something for every trainer.
This table displays a list of best Kingdra counters in Pokémon GO with their Fast Attacks, Charged Attacks, DPS (damage per second), TDO (total damage output), faints, TTW (time to win), and score. The list is sorted by the score, which is calculated based on the DPS, TDO, faints, and TTW.
The top-ranked Kingdra counter is Mega Rayquaza, followed by Mega Gardevoir, Mega Salamence, and Shadow Salamence. The table also includes Mega Latios, Shadow Garchomp, Shadow Dragonite, and Mega Latias, among others. Each Pokemon's type is indicated by an icon beside their name.
Kingdra type chart
When fighting Kingdra, keep in mind the following that Water and Dragon-type Pokémon are weak to Dragon, and Fairy type moves. They take reduced damage from Steel, Fire, and Water type moves.
![]() | 160.0% |
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Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.