Chandelure vs Incineroar: Which Is Better?

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

Chandelure
#609
Chandelure
Ghost Fire
Luring Pokémon
Incineroar
#727
Incineroar
Fire Dark
Heel Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

60 HP 95
55 Attack 115
90 Defense 90
145 Sp. Atk 80
90 Sp. Def 90
80 Speed 60
520 Total (BST) 530

Chandelure wins 2 stats, Incineroar wins 2 stats, 2 tied.

Chandelure attacking Incineroar

0.5x

Not very effective

Incineroar attacking Chandelure

2x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 ChandelureIncineroar
Height1.0m1.8m
Weight34.3kg83.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Incineroar

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

  • Incineroar has a higher base stat total (530 vs 520).
  • Incineroar hits Chandelure for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Chandelure is ranked #97 (on 0.1% of teams), Incineroar is ranked #2 (on 50.6% of teams).

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Chandelure vs Incineroar — FAQ

Is Chandelure better than Incineroar?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Incineroar is the better overall pick. Incineroar has a higher base stat total (530 vs 520); Incineroar hits Chandelure for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Who would win a battle, Chandelure or Incineroar?

Incineroar has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Chandelure is faster (80 vs 60 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Chandelure or Incineroar have better stats?

Incineroar has the higher base stat total (530 vs 520). Incineroar is bulkier, while Chandelure hits harder.

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