Volcarona vs Gholdengo: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Volcarona is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Volcarona wins 3 stats, Gholdengo wins 2 stats, 1 tied.
Volcarona attacking Gholdengo
Super effective!
Gholdengo attacking Volcarona
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Volcarona | Gholdengo | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.6m | 1.2m |
| Weight | 46.0kg | 30.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Volcarona is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Volcarona wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Volcarona hits Gholdengo for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
- Volcarona is faster (100 vs 84 Speed), so it usually moves first.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Volcarona is ranked #22 (on 6.6% of teams), Gholdengo is ranked #78 (on 0.3% of teams).
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Volcarona vs Gholdengo — FAQ
Is Volcarona better than Gholdengo?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Volcarona is the better overall pick. Volcarona wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2); Volcarona hits Gholdengo for 2x damage while only taking 1x back.
Who would win a battle, Volcarona or Gholdengo?
Volcarona has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 1x in return. Volcarona is faster (100 vs 84 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Volcarona or Gholdengo have better stats?
They tie on base stat total at 550. Volcarona wins 3 individual stats, Gholdengo wins 2. Gholdengo is bulkier, while Volcarona hits harder.