Arcanine vs Ho Oh: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Ho Oh is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 1 stat, Ho Oh wins 5 stats.
Arcanine attacking Ho Oh
Not very effective
Ho Oh attacking Arcanine
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Ho Oh | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 3.8m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 199.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Ho Oh is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555).
- Ho Oh wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Ho Oh 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), Ho Oh is ranked #60 (on 0.7% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Arcanine vs Ho Oh — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Ho Oh?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Ho Oh is the better overall pick. Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555); Ho Oh wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Ho Oh?
Ho Oh has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Ho Oh have better stats?
Ho Oh has the higher base stat total (680 vs 555). Ho Oh is both bulkier and stronger offensively.