Venusaur vs Charmander: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Venusaur is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Venusaur wins 6 stats, Charmander wins 0 stats.
Venusaur attacking Charmander
Normal effectiveness
Charmander attacking Venusaur
Super effective!
Physical Attributes
| Venusaur | Charmander | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.0m | 0.6m |
| Weight | 100.0kg | 8.5kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Venusaur is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Venusaur has a higher base stat total (525 vs 309).
- Venusaur wins 6 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
- Venusaur is faster (80 vs 65 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Venusaur vs Charmander — FAQ
Is Venusaur better than Charmander?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Venusaur is the better overall pick. Venusaur has a higher base stat total (525 vs 309); Venusaur wins 6 of 6 individual stats (vs 0).
Who would win a battle, Venusaur or Charmander?
Charmander has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Venusaur is faster (80 vs 65 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Venusaur or Charmander have better stats?
Venusaur has the higher base stat total (525 vs 309). Venusaur is both bulkier and stronger offensively.