Ninetales vs Gengar: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: it's a close call — Ninetales and Gengar are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.

Ninetales
#038
Ninetales
Fire
Fox Pokémon
Gengar
#094
Gengar
Ghost Poison
Shadow Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

73 HP 60
76 Attack 65
75 Defense 60
81 Sp. Atk 130
100 Sp. Def 75
100 Speed 110
505 Total (BST) 500

Ninetales wins 4 stats, Gengar wins 2 stats.

Ninetales attacking Gengar

1x

Normal effectiveness

Gengar attacking Ninetales

1x

Normal effectiveness

Physical Attributes

 NinetalesGengar
Height1.1m1.5m
Weight19.9kg40.5kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

It's a close call. Ninetales and Gengar are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Gengar if you want the stronger attacker, or Ninetales for more bulk.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Ninetales is ranked #75 (on 0.3% of teams), Gengar 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.

Ninetales vs Gengar — FAQ

Is Ninetales better than Gengar?

This is a close matchup — Ninetales and Gengar are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. The better pick depends on the role your team needs.

Who would win a battle, Ninetales or Gengar?

Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Gengar is faster (110 vs 100 base Speed) and usually moves first. Gengar hits harder (130 vs 81 best attacking stat).

Does Ninetales or Gengar have better stats?

Ninetales has the higher base stat total (505 vs 500). Ninetales is bulkier, while Gengar hits harder.

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