Blastoise vs Arcanine: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Arcanine is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Blastoise wins 2 stats, Arcanine wins 4 stats.
Blastoise attacking Arcanine
Super effective!
Arcanine attacking Blastoise
Not very effective
Physical Attributes
| Blastoise | Arcanine | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.6m | 1.9m |
| Weight | 85.5kg | 155.0kg |
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 530).
- Arcanine wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Arcanine is faster (95 vs 78 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Blastoise is outside the usage rankings, Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Blastoise vs Arcanine — FAQ
Is Blastoise better than Arcanine?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Arcanine is the better overall pick. Arcanine has a higher base stat total (555 vs 530); Arcanine wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
Who would win a battle, Blastoise or Arcanine?
Blastoise has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 78 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Blastoise or Arcanine have better stats?
Arcanine has the higher base stat total (555 vs 530). Blastoise is bulkier, while Arcanine hits harder.