Scizor 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.

Scizor
#212
Scizor
Bug Steel
Pincer Pokémon
Ho Oh
#250
Ho Oh
Fire Flying
Rainbow Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

70 HP 106
130 Attack 130
100 Defense 90
55 Sp. Atk 110
80 Sp. Def 154
65 Speed 90
500 Total (BST) 680

Scizor wins 1 stat, Ho Oh wins 4 stats, 1 tied.

Scizor attacking Ho Oh

0.5x

Not very effective

Ho Oh attacking Scizor

4x

Super effective!

Physical Attributes

 ScizorHo Oh
Height1.8m3.8m
Weight118.0kg199.0kg

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 500).
  • Ho Oh wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).
  • Ho Oh hits Scizor for 4x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Ho Oh is faster (90 vs 65 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Scizor 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.

Scizor vs Ho Oh — FAQ

Is Scizor 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 500); Ho Oh wins 4 of 6 individual stats (vs 1).

Who would win a battle, Scizor or Ho Oh?

Ho Oh has the type advantage — it deals 4x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Ho Oh is faster (90 vs 65 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Scizor or Ho Oh have better stats?

Ho Oh has the higher base stat total (680 vs 500). Ho Oh is bulkier.

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