Greninja vs Incineroar: Which Is Better?

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

Greninja
#658
Greninja
Water Dark
Ninja Pokémon
Incineroar
#727
Incineroar
Fire Dark
Heel Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

72 HP 95
95 Attack 115
67 Defense 90
103 Sp. Atk 80
71 Sp. Def 90
122 Speed 60
530 Total (BST) 530

Greninja wins 2 stats, Incineroar wins 4 stats.

Greninja attacking Incineroar

2x

Super effective!

Incineroar attacking Greninja

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 GreninjaIncineroar
Height1.5m1.8m
Weight40.0kg83.0kg

Abilities

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Greninja

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

  • Greninja wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4).
  • Greninja hits Incineroar for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Greninja is faster (122 vs 60 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Greninja is ranked #108 (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.

Greninja vs Incineroar — FAQ

Is Greninja better than Incineroar?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Greninja is the better overall pick. Greninja wins 2 of 6 individual stats (vs 4); Greninja hits Incineroar for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Who would win a battle, Greninja or Incineroar?

Greninja has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Greninja is faster (122 vs 60 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Greninja or Incineroar have better stats?

They tie on base stat total at 530. Greninja wins 2 individual stats, Incineroar wins 4. Incineroar is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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