Unlike some of the more common types likeFire,Water, andPsychic, there really aren’t too many great Fairy-type Pokemon to choose from inPokemon GO. There are so few pure Fairy-types in the game, in fact, that many of the most viable Fairy-type attackers are actually dual-type Pokemon with Fairy as their secondary typing. Of course, that’s not at all to say that they can’t still get the job done.
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Those looking to build a balanced team or counter a troublesome Pokemon ina particularly tricky raid or gym battlewill at some point find themselves in need of a strong Fairy-type Pokemon. Of course, they may just be looking for a strong hybrid attacker that’s capable of covering multiple elements. Either way, these Pokemon are amongthe best Fairy-type Pokemon inPokemon GOand would make a solid addition to any team.
Updated July 28, 2025, by Tom Bowen:As the total number of Pokemon available in Pokemon GO continues to increase, so too does the size of the pool of viable Fairy-types in the game. Granted, there are still nowhere near as many great Fairy-type Pokemon as there are for some of the series' more common types like Psychic, Fire, and Water, but that’s not to say that there aren’t still some solid options out there. Those looking to build a balanced and versatile team will likely be on the lookout for the best Fairy-type attacker: the prime candidates for which can be found below.
18Whimsicott
Whimsicott is a solid pick for a Fairy-type attacker, thanks largely to its access to Charm and Moonblast. When combined, the moves offer a very respectable total damage output that should have no problems tearing through Fighting, Dark, and Dragon-types. Sadly, however, Whimsicott doesn’t fare quite so well in the defense department.
Being a Grass/Fairy-type, Whimsicott is ridiculously weak to Poison-type attacks, while also being weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, and Steel. Given that a pure Fairy-type would only be weak to two of these types, many will likely opt to avoid Whimsicott, even if it does possess a few additional resistances that pure Fairy-types don’t.
17Galarian Weezing
Unfortunately, all Fairy-types are going to have trouble with Poison-type attacks. Well, all but, Galarian Weezing, that is. Being the only Poison/Fairy-type inPokemon GOplaces the Pokemon in a somewhat unique position, though it’s one that few players opt to utilize due to the Pokemon’s inherent lack of versatility.
Despite its typings, Galarian Weezing’s only quick move is tackle, while Play Rough, its only Fairy-type charge move, sports the second-worst DPS of the four available options. As such, despite being a little trickier to counter than some of the other Fairy-types inPokemon GO, Galarian Weezing is a mediocre attacker when compared to some of the other options that are out there.
16Aromatisse
Aromatisse really excels in the Stamina department and boasts a fairly decent Attack Stat as well. Its Defense is, unfortunately, a little lackluster, though providing it’s not up against a Poison or Steel-type Pokemon, this shouldn’t be too much of an issue for most players.
Like many of the other Fairy-types inPokemon GO, Aromatisse has access to Psychic and, when it comes to damage potential, it ends up being one of its best charge moves. Those looking for an all Fairy-type build should instead choose Charm and Draining Kiss, though Moonblast is also a perfectly viable option for the Pokemon’s second attack.
15Zacian (Crowned Sword)
Zacian’s excellent stats make it a great choice for a Fairy-type attacker, as too doesits secondary typing of Steel. The latter not only removes the Fairy-typing’s two main weaknesses but also boosts the Pokemon’s resistance to Dragon-type moves while adding additional resistance toa variety of other types.
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Sadly, Zacian does lack access to a fFairy-type quick move, thoughMetal Claw may actually be preferred here anywayas it allows the Pokemon to counter other Fairy-types. For its charge move, players will want to teach their Zacian Play Rough, which, thanks to its STAB bonus, provides the best possible DPS.
14Shadow Mawile
When it comes to appearance, few Pokemon are quite as well-designed as Mawile. While in its Shadow form, Mawile is also incredibly powerful, with 155 Attack and 141 Defense stats. That may not seem all that impressive when compared to some of the game’s most powerful Pokemon, but it’s more than enough to make Shadow Mawile one of the best Fairy-type Pokemon inPokemon GO.
The Pokemon’s primary Steel typing can be useful in certain situations and allows users to build their Mawile to be a more versatile member of their team. Equipping it with Fairy Wind and Play Rough is recommended for those after a pure Fairy-type build, but the former can be replaced with Fire Fang (Fire), Ice Fang (Ice), Astonish (Ghost), or Bite (Dark) to improve the Pokemon’s type coverage without sacrificing too much potential damage.
13Slurpuff
Being one of the few pure Fairy-types inPokemon GO, Slurpuff is a solid pick for anybody looking to add some extra depth to their team. It has excellent Stamina, not to mention very respectable Attack and Defense stats. Unfortunately, however, its lackluster learn set does hold it back a little.
Slurpuff’s best move set is Tackle and Play Rough, though those looking to fully utilize its Fairy-typing will likely opt to replace the former with Charm instead. Doing so will lower the Pokemon’s DPS a little, but the bonus damage gained when attacking weakness should be more than enough to make up for this.
12Wigglytuff
Wigglytuff is by no means abad Pokemon, but its inclusion among the best Fairy-types inPokemon GOis more the result of circumstance than actual merit.Much like the mainline series, Fairy-type Pokemon inPokemon GOare few and far between, meaning there are far fewer viable options than there are with some of the other types in the game.
Wigglytuff’s Attack stat is average at best, while its Defense is downright horrendous. Its 295 Stamina stat does make up for this somewhat, however, allowing the Pokemon to dish out some fairly respectable DPS. It’s also able to learn both Play Rough and Dazzling Gleam, either of which can be paired with Charm for a solid Fairy-type move set.
11Alolan Ninetails
WhileAlolan Ninetails' best application is as an Ice-type attacker, its secondary typing means that it can also serve as a solid Fairy-type attacker when needed. It can even work as a hybrid attacker if push comes to shove, with Charm and Weather Ball providing solid options for Fairy and Ice-type attacks respectively.
Its Attack and Stamina stats aren’t all that impressive but are still more than sufficient when attacking against weakness. It’s also incredibly durable, giving players a little more time to respond to counters than they’d have with some of the other Fairy-types in the game. This bodes well, as its dual-typing means that it has a few additional weaknesses, thus increasing the likelihood of it being countered.
10Clefable
Serving as one of the very firstpure Fairy-type Pokemonto be added toPokemon GO, Clefable remains a viable option for those looking to incorporate a Fairy-type into their team. Its total damage output is decent and is backed up by an equally impressive DPS figure when equipped with Charm and Dazzling Gleam.
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Though Clefable’s Attack and Defense stats are nothing special, its high stamina allows it to dish out damage a lot faster than some of its peers. Those looking to make the Pokemon a little more versatile may want to consider teaching it Pound or Charge Beam instead of Charm, although all three combinations have their uses.
9Primarina
Another well-designed Pokemon, the Gen 7 starter evolution Primarina is a solid choice for those looking to add a strong Fairy-type Pokemon to their team. It boasts a massive 232 Attack stat and is surprisingly durable too thanks in large to its 195 Defense. It has a lot of useful resistances as well, though is still weak to Electric, Grass, and Poison-type attacks.
For best results, players will probably want to teach their Primarina Waterfall and Moonblast, but there are a few other viable options as well. An all Fairy-type build of Charm and Moonblast can be very effective, as too can Charm and Psychic. It’s this kind of versatility that makes Primarina such a great option and a mainstay on many players' teams.
