Compare Pokemon Stats
Side-by-side comparison of any two Pokemon. See base stats, calculated stats, and which Pokemon comes out on top in each category. Perfect for team building and competitive analysis.
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How to Compare Pokemon Effectively
When comparing Pokemon, looking at base stats alone isn't enough. You need to consider the full picture: base stats, typing, ability, movepool, and the role you need filled. Our comparison tool helps you see the stat differences clearly, but here are some key principles:
Total Base Stats Aren't Everything
A Pokemon with 600 total base stats spread evenly across all six stats (100 each) is very different from one with 600 concentrated in two stats (e.g., 165 Atk, 150 Spe, 85 everything else). The former is a jack of all trades; the latter is a specialized sweeper. Distribution matters more than total.
Speed Tiers
Speed is often the most important stat to compare. Outspeeding your opponent means you attack first, which can mean the difference between winning and losing. Key speed tiers to know:
- Base 130+ — Extremely fast (Jolteon, Aerodactyl, Ninjask)
- Base 100-129 — Fast (Garchomp, Greninja, Dragapult)
- Base 80-99 — Medium (Lucario, Tyranitar, Metagross)
- Base 60-79 — Slow (Snorlax, Blissey, Conkeldurr)
- Base <60 — Very slow (Ferrothorn, Reuniclus)
Defensive Synergy
When comparing defensive Pokemon, consider both raw stats and typing. A Pokemon with lower base HP and Defense but excellent typing (e.g., Steel/Fairy) may survive more hits than one with higher stats but poor defensive typing (e.g., Ice/Rock).
Popular Pokemon Comparisons
Garchomp vs Salamence
Dragon/Ground vs Dragon/Flying pseudo-legendaries. Garchomp has higher Speed and better defensive typing; Salamence has Intimidate and Mega Evolution.
Tyranitar vs Metagross
Both are 600 BST pseudo-legendaries with excellent typing. Tyranitar is specially bulky with Sand Stream; Metagross is physically tanky with Clear Body.
Blissey vs Chansey
The ultimate special walls. Blissey has higher base stats; Chansey with Eviolite has higher effective Defense and Sp.Def.
Lucario vs Gallade
Fighting-type attackers. Lucario is a mixed attacker with priority; Gallade has higher Attack and Speed with Sharp Blade.
What to Look For by Role
Different team roles prioritize different stats. When comparing two Pokemon for the same slot, focus on the stats that matter for that role:
Physical Sweeper
Priority stats: Attack, Speed
Compare Attack and Speed first. A 10-point Speed advantage often matters more than 20 extra Attack points. Check if the Pokemon can survive priority moves (Sucker Punch, Bullet Punch).
Special Sweeper
Priority stats: Sp. Atk, Speed
Same logic as physical sweepers but with Sp. Atk. Consider movepool — a Pokemon with higher Sp. Atk but worse coverage moves may underperform.
Physical Wall
Priority stats: HP, Defense
HP and Defense work together. A Pokemon with 150 HP / 50 Def may take physical hits worse than one with 100 HP / 100 Def. Compare effective bulk, not just one stat.
Mixed Wall / Tank
Priority stats: HP, Def, Sp. Def
Look for balanced defensive stats. Typing is especially important here — resistances can effectively double or triple your bulk against common attack types.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I compare Pokemon stats effectively?
Look beyond total base stats (BST). Focus on: 1) Speed — whoever is faster attacks first; 2) The stats that matter for the Pokemon's role (Attack for physical attackers, HP+Defense for walls); 3) Typing — a Pokemon with lower stats but better typing may perform better; 4) Abilities and movepool — stats are meaningless without good moves to use.
What is more important: base stats or typing?
Both matter, but typing often trumps raw stats. A Pokemon with mediocre base stats but excellent defensive typing (like Steel/Fairy) can outperform a higher-BST Pokemon with poor typing (like Ice/Rock). Use our comparison tool to check stats, then evaluate typing separately.
How do I compare two Pokemon for the same team slot?
First, identify the role you need (physical sweeper, special wall, etc.). Then compare: 1) The key stat for that role; 2) Speed tier relative to common threats; 3) Defensive typing for surviving priority moves; 4) Movepool coverage. Our comparison tool shows the raw stat differences — the rest is team-building judgment.
Does BST (Base Stat Total) tell the whole story?
No. Two Pokemon with 600 BST can be completely different: one might be 165 Attack / 150 Speed / 85 everything else (a glass cannon sweeper), while another is 100 across all stats (a jack-of-all-trades). Distribution matters far more than total. Always look at individual stats, not just the sum.
How do I compare IV and EV spreads between Pokemon?
Our comparison tool lets you set different IVs, EVs, natures, and levels for each Pokemon. This lets you see how two Pokemon compare under different training scenarios — for example, whether a 252 Atk Garchomp out-damages a 252 Atk Salamence at the same level.