Chandelure vs Cinderace: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: Cinderace is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.

Chandelure
#609
Chandelure
Ghost Fire
Luring Pokémon
Cinderace
#815
Cinderace
Fire
Striker Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

60 HP 80
55 Attack 116
90 Defense 75
145 Sp. Atk 65
90 Sp. Def 75
80 Speed 119
520 Total (BST) 530

Chandelure wins 3 stats, Cinderace wins 3 stats.

Chandelure attacking Cinderace

1x

Normal effectiveness

Cinderace attacking Chandelure

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 ChandelureCinderace
Height1.0m1.4m
Weight34.3kg33.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Cinderace

Cinderace is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.

  • Cinderace has a higher base stat total (530 vs 520).
  • Cinderace is faster (119 vs 80 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Chandelure is ranked #97 (on 0.1% of teams), Cinderace 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.

Chandelure vs Cinderace — FAQ

Is Chandelure better than Cinderace?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Cinderace is the better overall pick. Cinderace has a higher base stat total (530 vs 520); Cinderace is faster (119 vs 80 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Who would win a battle, Chandelure or Cinderace?

Chandelure has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Cinderace is faster (119 vs 80 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Chandelure or Cinderace have better stats?

Cinderace has the higher base stat total (530 vs 520). Chandelure is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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