Mega Manectric is one of the simpler Mega Pokemon to battle in Pokemon GO Raids, but you’ll still need to be well-prepared to win.
If you want to beat Mega Manectric with some time to spare, we suggest battling it with a team of at least three Pokemon trainers. Additionally, all of these trainers will want to use powerful Ground-type Pokemon to counter Mega Manectric!
Mega Manectric Type
Mega Manectric is a pure Electric-type Mega Pokemon. This means it only has one weakness and three resistances to consider when battling it.

Mega Manectric Weaknesses & Resistances
Weaknesses | Resistances |
Ground | Electric |
Flying | |
Steel |
Ground-type attacks will deal 160% damage against Mega Manectric, so it’s a great idea to use Pokemon with this type when battling it.
Meanwhile, Electric, Flying, and Ground-type attacks will only deal 63% damage against Mega Manectric, as it resists them.

Best Pokemon to Counter Mega Manectric in Raids
The best Pokemon to use against Mega Manectric in Pokemon GO Raids include Landorus (Therian Forme), Groudon, and Excadrill.
However, any ‘Mon strong with strong Ground-type attacks are good options as they will deal extra damage against Mega Manectric.
Here are the 10 best Pokemon to use against Mega Manectric:
Pokemon | Image | Fast Attack | Charged Attack |
---|---|---|---|
Landorus (Therian Forme) | ![]() | Mud Shot | Earthquake |
Groudon | ![]() | Mud Shot | Earthquake |
Excadrill | ![]() | Mud-Slap | Earthquake |
Garchomp | ![]() | Mud Shot | Earth Power |
Rhyperior | ![]() | Mud-Slap | Earthquake |
Donphan | ![]() | Mud-Slap | Earthquake |
Krookodile | ![]() | Mud-Slap | Earthquake |
Rhydon | ![]() | Mud-Slap | Earthquake |
Golurk | ![]() | Mud-Slap | Earth Power |
Mamoswine | ![]() | Mud-Slap | Bulldoze |
When is Mega Manectric in Pokemon GO Raids?
Mega Manectric is in Tier 4 Raids from September 1 – September 16, 2023. It will rotate in and out of Raids at 10 AM local time on these days.
This gives you over two weeks to battle it and earn plenty of Manectric Mega Energy!