Arcanine vs Scizor: 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 3 stats, Scizor wins 2 stats, 1 tied.
Arcanine attacking Scizor
Super effective!
Scizor attacking Arcanine
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Scizor | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.8m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 118.0kg |
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 500).
- Arcanine wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Arcanine hits Scizor for 4x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
- Arcanine is faster (95 vs 65 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Scizor 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 Scizor — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Scizor?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Arcanine is the better overall pick. Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 500); Arcanine wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Scizor?
Arcanine has the type advantage — it deals 4x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 65 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Scizor have better stats?
Arcanine has the higher base stat total (555 vs 500). Scizor hits harder.