Arcanine vs Cinderace: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Arcanine and Cinderace are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 4 stats, Cinderace wins 2 stats.
Arcanine attacking Cinderace
Not very effective
Cinderace attacking Arcanine
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Cinderace | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.4m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 33.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Arcanine and Cinderace are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Cinderace if you want the stronger attacker, or Arcanine for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Cinderace is outside the usage rankings.
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Arcanine vs Cinderace — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Cinderace?
This is a close matchup — Arcanine and Cinderace are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Cinderace?
Neither has a type advantage (0.5x both ways). Cinderace is faster (119 vs 95 base Speed) and usually moves first. Cinderace hits harder (116 vs 110 best attacking stat).
Does Arcanine or Cinderace have better stats?
Arcanine has the higher base stat total (555 vs 530). Arcanine is bulkier, while Cinderace hits harder.