Arcanine vs Hydreigon: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Hydreigon is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 1 stat, Hydreigon wins 5 stats.
Arcanine attacking Hydreigon
Not very effective
Hydreigon attacking Arcanine
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Hydreigon | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.8m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 160.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Hydreigon is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Hydreigon has a higher base stat total (600 vs 555).
- Hydreigon wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Hydreigon hits Arcanine for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
- Hydreigon is faster (98 vs 95 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Hydreigon 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 Hydreigon — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Hydreigon?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Hydreigon is the better overall pick. Hydreigon has a higher base stat total (600 vs 555); Hydreigon wins 5 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Hydreigon?
Hydreigon has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Hydreigon is faster (98 vs 95 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Hydreigon have better stats?
Hydreigon has the higher base stat total (600 vs 555). Hydreigon is both bulkier and stronger offensively.