Arcanine vs Lucario: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Arcanine is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 4 stats, Lucario wins 1 stat, 1 tied.
Arcanine attacking Lucario
Super effective!
Lucario attacking Arcanine
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Lucario | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.2m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 54.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Arcanine is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 525).
- Arcanine wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
- Arcanine hits Lucario for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
- Arcanine is faster (95 vs 90 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Lucario 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 Lucario — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Lucario?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Arcanine is the better overall pick. Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 525); Arcanine wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Lucario?
Arcanine has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Lucario have better stats?
Arcanine has the higher base stat total (555 vs 525). Arcanine is bulkier, while Lucario hits harder.