Blastoise vs Gallade: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Blastoise and Gallade are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Blastoise wins 3 stats, Gallade wins 3 stats.
Blastoise attacking Gallade
Normal effectiveness
Gallade attacking Blastoise
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Blastoise | Gallade | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.6m | 1.6m |
| Weight | 85.5kg | 52.0kg |
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Blastoise and Gallade are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Gallade if you want the stronger attacker, or Blastoise for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Blastoise is outside the usage rankings, Gallade is ranked #65 (on 0.4% 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 Gallade — FAQ
Is Blastoise better than Gallade?
This is a close matchup — Blastoise and Gallade 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, Blastoise or Gallade?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Gallade is faster (80 vs 78 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gallade hits harder (125 vs 85 best attacking stat).
Does Blastoise or Gallade have better stats?
Blastoise has the higher base stat total (530 vs 518). Blastoise is bulkier, while Gallade hits harder.