Entei vs Ho Oh: Which Is Better?

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

Entei
#244
Entei
Fire
Volcano Pokémon
Ho Oh
#250
Ho Oh
Fire Flying
Rainbow Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

115 HP 106
115 Attack 130
85 Defense 90
90 Sp. Atk 110
75 Sp. Def 154
100 Speed 90
580 Total (BST) 680

Entei wins 2 stats, Ho Oh wins 4 stats.

Entei attacking Ho Oh

0.5x

Not very effective

Ho Oh attacking Entei

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 EnteiHo Oh
Height2.1m3.8m
Weight198.0kg199.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Ho Oh

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

  • Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 580).
  • Ho Oh wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
  • Ho Oh hits Entei for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Entei is outside the usage rankings, Ho Oh is ranked #60 (on 0.7% of teams).

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

Entei vs Ho Oh — FAQ

Is Entei better than Ho Oh?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Ho Oh is the better overall pick. Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 580); Ho Oh wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Entei or Ho Oh?

Ho Oh has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Entei is faster (100 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Entei or Ho Oh have better stats?

Ho Oh has the higher base stat total (680 vs 580). Ho Oh is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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