Arcanine vs Goodra: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Goodra is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 3 stats, Goodra wins 2 stats, 1 tied.
Arcanine attacking Goodra
Not very effective
Goodra attacking Arcanine
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Goodra | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 2.0m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 150.5kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Goodra is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Goodra has a higher base stat total (600 vs 555).
- Goodra wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 3).
- Goodra hits Arcanine for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Goodra 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 Goodra — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Goodra?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Goodra is the better overall pick. Goodra has a higher base stat total (600 vs 555); Goodra wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 3).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Goodra?
Goodra has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Goodra have better stats?
Goodra has the higher base stat total (600 vs 555). Goodra is bulkier.