Ho Oh vs Darkrai: Which Is Better?

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

Ho Oh
#250
Ho Oh
Fire Flying
Rainbow Pokémon
Darkrai
#491
Darkrai
Dark
Pitch-Black Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

106 HP 70
130 Attack 90
90 Defense 90
110 Sp. Atk 135
154 Sp. Def 90
90 Speed 125
680 Total (BST) 600

Ho Oh wins 3 stats, Darkrai wins 2 stats, 1 tied.

Ho Oh attacking Darkrai

1x

Normal effectiveness

Darkrai attacking Ho Oh

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 Ho OhDarkrai
Height3.8m1.5m
Weight199.0kg50.5kg

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 600).
  • Ho Oh wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

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

Ho Oh vs Darkrai — FAQ

Is Ho Oh better than Darkrai?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Ho Oh is the better overall pick. Ho Oh has a higher base stat total (680 vs 600); Ho Oh wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).

Who would win a battle, Ho Oh or Darkrai?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Darkrai is faster (125 vs 90 base Speed) and usually moves first. Darkrai hits harder (135 vs 130 best attacking stat).

Does Ho Oh or Darkrai have better stats?

Ho Oh has the higher base stat total (680 vs 600). Ho Oh is bulkier, while Darkrai hits harder.

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