Master League PvP guide
Primarina Pokémon GO – PvP, Best Moves, IVs & Counters
Primarina is a Water/Fairy-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Its strongest current PvP league is Master League, where it currently ranks #45. Its recommended PvP moveset is Waterfall with Moonblast and Hydro Cannon.
Master League
#45
Strong pick
Type
Water/Fairy
Best Fast Move
Waterfall
Charged Moves
Max CP
3,618
Updated for the current Pokémon GO season · September 2026
Rankings, moves and matchup data are updated automatically from the latest available PvP data.ABOUT PRIMARINA
Is Primarina Good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Primarina is currently a strong PvP option in Master League where it is ranked #45.
Primarina is also a strong PvP option in Ultra League where it is ranked #48 and a viable PvP option in Great League where it is ranked #223.
Primarina PvP Rankings
| League | Rank | PvP Score | Recommended Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #223 | 82.1 | Waterfall, Moonblast, Hydro Cannon |
| Ultra League | #48 | 88.5 | Waterfall, Hydro Cannon, Moonblast |
| Master LeagueBest | #45 | 84.1 | Waterfall, Moonblast, Hydro Cannon |
Best Moveset for Primarina in Pokémon GO PvP
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fire, Ground, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Steel
Weak vs: Dragon, Grass, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Dark, Dragon, Fighting
Neutral vs: Bug, Electric, Fairy, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fire, Poison, Steel
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fire, Ground, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Steel
Weak vs: Dragon, Grass, Water
The recommended PvP moveset for Primarina is Waterfall with Moonblast and Hydro Cannon.
Alternative movesets
All Fast and Charged Moves currently available to Primarina in the imported game data.
Fast Moves
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Dark, Dragon, Fighting
Neutral vs: Bug, Electric, Fairy, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fire, Poison, Steel
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fire, Ground, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Steel
Weak vs: Dragon, Grass, Water
Charged Moves
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Dark, Dragon, Fighting
Neutral vs: Bug, Electric, Fairy, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fire, Poison, Steel
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fire, Ground, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Steel
Weak vs: Dragon, Grass, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fire, Ground, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Steel
Weak vs: Dragon, Grass, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Dark, Dragon, Fighting
Neutral vs: Bug, Electric, Fairy, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fire, Poison, Steel
Charged Move
Strong vs: Fighting, Poison
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Ice, Normal, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Dark, Psychic, Steel
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fire, Ground, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Steel
Weak vs: Dragon, Grass, Water
Primarina PvP Move Counts
Waterfall → Moonblast
5 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Waterfall → Hydro Cannon
4 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Primarina Battle Guide
Matchup values below come from the Master League matchup data in PoGoCoach. A value above 500 means Primarina wins the matchup; below 500 means it loses.
Strong Matchups
Difficult Matchups
Primarina Weaknesses & Resistances
Defensive type multipliers below combine Primarina's Water/Fairy typing using the current Pokémon GO battle type chart.
Weak to
- electric1.6×
- grass1.6×
- poison1.6×
Resistant to
- dragon0.391×
- bug0.625×
- dark0.625×
- fighting0.625×
- fire0.625×
- ice0.625×
- water0.625×
Best Counters to Primarina in Pokémon GO PvP
Recommended attacks are measured against Primarina in Master League. Charged Move percentages show estimated unshielded damage to Primarina's league HP.
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Waterfallwater
Fast Move
Resisted
- Avalancheice
Charged Move
Resisted
29% HP
- Origin Pulsewater
Charged Move
Resisted
51% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Roar of Timedragon
Charged Move
Resisted
37% HP
- Iron Headsteel
Charged Move
Neutral
52% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Metal Clawsteel
Fast Move
Neutral
- Close Combatfighting
Charged Move
Resisted
40% HP
- Behemoth Bladesteel
Charged Move
Neutral
75% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Geomancyfairy
Fast Move
Neutral
- Close Combatfighting
Charged Move
Resisted
30% HP
- Moonblastfairy
Charged Move
Neutral
52% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Aqua Tailwater
Charged Move
Resisted
23% HP
- Spacial Renddragon
Charged Move
Resisted
24% HP
Ratings are shown from Primarina's perspective: the lower the value, the harder the matchup is for Primarina.
Best Teammates for Primarina in Pokémon GO PvP
Good teammates for Primarina should help cover some of its most difficult matchups while adding useful coverage against the current Master League meta.
Covers 3 of Primarina's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 3 of Primarina's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 4 of Primarina's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 4 of Primarina's 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 3 of Primarina's 5 hardest current matchups.
Teammates are calculated from the current Master League rankings and matchup data, and update automatically with each PvP data import.
Best PvP IVs for Primarina
| League | Rank | IVs | CP | Level | Stat Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #1 | 0/15/14 | 1,499 | 17.5 | 1,734,493 |
| #2 | 0/14/14 | 1,496 | 17.5 | 1,726,233 | |
| #3 | 0/14/15 | 1,499 | 17.5 | 1,726,233 | |
| #4 | 1/13/14 | 1,498 | 17.5 | 1,725,379 | |
| #5 | 0/15/13 | 1,495 | 17.5 | 1,719,278 | |
| Ultra League | #1 | 2/15/13 | 2,500 | 29 | 3,713,024 |
| #2 | 0/15/15 | 2,491 | 29 | 3,706,503 | |
| #3 | 0/10/14 | 2,497 | 29.5 | 3,705,689 | |
| #4 | 1/14/15 | 2,496 | 29 | 3,704,753 | |
| #5 | 2/13/15 | 2,500 | 29 | 3,702,852 | |
| Master League | #1 | 15/15/15 | 3,618 | 50 | 6,299,606 |
| #2 | 14/15/15 | 3,604 | 50 | 6,274,102 | |
| #3 | 15/14/15 | 3,610 | 50 | 6,269,608 | |
| #4 | 15/15/14 | 3,609 | 50 | 6,262,981 | |
| #5 | 13/15/15 | 3,589 | 50 | 6,248,598 |
Primarina Stats in Pokémon GO
Primarina's real battle stats in each league, at the CP cap and that league's best IV combination.
Great League
Primarina 0/15/14 (Best IV)
- Level
- 17.5
- CP
- 1,499
- Attack
- 129.6
- Defense
- 117.4
- HP
- 114
Ultra League
Primarina 2/15/13 (Best IV)
- Level
- 29
- CP
- 2,500
- Attack
- 168.3
- Defense
- 151.1
- HP
- 146
Master League
Primarina 15/15/15 (Best IV)
- Level
- 50
- CP
- 3,618
- Attack
- 207.6
- Defense
- 176.5
- HP
- 172
Primarina Evolution
Pokémon Similar to Primarina in Pokémon GO PvP
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Primarina Pokémon GO PvP FAQ
What is the best moveset for Primarina in Pokémon GO PvP?
Primarina's recommended PvP moveset is Waterfall with Moonblast and Hydro Cannon.
Is Primarina good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Primarina is currently a strong PvP option in Master League, where it is ranked #45.
What counters Primarina in Pokémon GO PvP?
Kyogre, Dialga (Origin) and Zacian (Crowned Sword) are among the strongest current counters to Primarina in Master League.
What is Primarina weak to in Pokémon GO?
Primarina is weak to Electric (1.6×), Grass (1.6×), Poison (1.6×).