Arcanine vs Typhlosion: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Arcanine and Typhlosion are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 3 stats, Typhlosion wins 3 stats.
Arcanine attacking Typhlosion
Not very effective
Typhlosion attacking Arcanine
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Typhlosion | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 1.7m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 79.5kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Arcanine and Typhlosion are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Arcanine if you want the stronger attacker, or Arcanine for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Typhlosion 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 Typhlosion — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Typhlosion?
This is a close matchup — Arcanine and Typhlosion are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Typhlosion?
Neither has a type advantage (0.5x both ways). Typhlosion is faster (100 vs 95 base Speed) and usually moves first. Arcanine hits harder (110 vs 109 best attacking stat).
Does Arcanine or Typhlosion have better stats?
Arcanine has the higher base stat total (555 vs 534). Arcanine is both bulkier and stronger offensively.