Swampert vs Greninja: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: it's a close call — Swampert and Greninja are evenly matched. Full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Swampert wins 4 stats, Greninja wins 2 stats.
Swampert attacking Greninja
Normal effectiveness
Greninja attacking Swampert
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Swampert | Greninja | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.5m | 1.5m |
| Weight | 81.9kg | 40.0kg |
Verdict: Which Is Better?
It's a close call. Swampert and Greninja are evenly matched on base stats and neither has a type advantage. Pick Swampert if you want the stronger attacker, or Swampert for more bulk.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Swampert is outside the usage rankings, Greninja is ranked #108 (on 0.1% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Swampert vs Greninja — FAQ
Is Swampert better than Greninja?
This is a close matchup — Swampert and Greninja 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, Swampert or Greninja?
Neither has a type advantage (1x both ways). Greninja is faster (122 vs 60 base Speed) and usually moves first. Swampert hits harder (110 vs 103 best attacking stat).
Does Swampert or Greninja have better stats?
Swampert has the higher base stat total (535 vs 530). Swampert is both bulkier and stronger offensively.