Arcanine vs Lugia: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Lugia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 2 stats, Lugia wins 4 stats.
Arcanine attacking Lugia
Normal effectiveness
Lugia attacking Arcanine
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Lugia | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 5.2m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 216.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Lugia is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Lugia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555).
- Lugia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Lugia is faster (110 vs 95 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Lugia is ranked #103 (on 0.1% 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 Lugia — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Lugia?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Lugia is the better overall pick. Lugia has a higher base stat total (680 vs 555); Lugia wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Lugia?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Lugia is faster (110 vs 95 base Speed) and usually moves first. Arcanine hits harder (110 vs 90 best attacking stat).
Does Arcanine or Lugia have better stats?
Lugia has the higher base stat total (680 vs 555). Lugia is bulkier, while Arcanine hits harder.