Garchomp counters, weaknesses & stats
Type: Dragon / Ground
Looking for the best counters for Garchomp? This page lists the top Pokémon from the Pokémon Champions roster that hit Garchomp super-effectively, along with its full base stats, defensive matchups, abilities and weaknesses. Garchomp is a Dragon / Ground-type Pokémon that takes super-effective damage from Ice, Dragon, Fairy.
Base stats
- HP
- 108
- Attack
- 130
- Defense
- 95
- Sp. Attack
- 80
- Sp. Defense
- 85
- Speed
- 102
- Total
- 600
Weaknesses
- Ice (×4)
- Dragon (×2)
- Fairy (×2)
Resistances
- Fire (×0.5)
- Poison (×0.5)
- Rock (×0.5)
Immunities
- Electric
Abilities
- Sand Veil — Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.
- Rough Skin (hidden) — Damages attacking Pokémon for 1/8 their max HP on contact.
Top counters vs Garchomp
- Glalie (Ice)
- Mega Glalie (Ice)
- Beartic (Ice)
- Avalugg (Ice)
- Mega Clefable (Fairy / Flying)
- Alolan Ninetales (Ice / Fairy)
- Abomasnow (Grass / Ice)
- Mega Abomasnow (Grass / Ice)
Frequently asked questions
What is the best counter for Garchomp?
Based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety, the top counter in the Pokémon Champions roster is Glalie. See the full ranked list above for more options.
What are Garchomp's weaknesses?
Garchomp is weak to Ice, Dragon, Fairy.
What type is Garchomp?
Garchomp is a Dragon / Ground-type Pokémon.