Mega Pinsir sprite

Mega Pinsir counters, weaknesses & stats

Type: Bug / Flying

Looking for the best counters for Mega Pinsir? This page lists the top Pokémon from the Pokémon Champions roster that hit Mega Pinsir super-effectively, along with its full base stats, defensive matchups, abilities and weaknesses. Mega Pinsir is a Bug / Flying-type Pokémon that takes super-effective damage from Fire, Electric, Ice, Flying, Rock.

Base stats

HP
65
Attack
155
Defense
120
Sp. Attack
65
Sp. Defense
90
Speed
105
Total
600

Weaknesses

  • Fire (×2)
  • Electric (×2)
  • Ice (×2)
  • Flying (×2)
  • Rock (×4)

Resistances

  • Grass (×0.25)
  • Fighting (×0.25)
  • Bug (×0.5)

Immunities

  • Ground

Abilities

  • Aerilate — Turns the bearer's normal moves into flying moves and strengthens them to 1.3× their power.

Top counters vs Mega Pinsir

  1. Rampardos (Rock)
  2. Bastiodon (Rock / Steel)
  3. Hisuian Arcanine (Fire / Rock)
  4. Aerodactyl (Rock / Flying)
  5. Mega Aerodactyl (Rock / Flying)
  6. Aggron (Steel / Rock)
  7. Rhyperior (Ground / Rock)
  8. Tyrantrum (Rock / Dragon)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best counter for Mega Pinsir?

Based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety, the top counter in the Pokémon Champions roster is Rampardos. See the full ranked list above for more options.

What are Mega Pinsir's weaknesses?

Mega Pinsir is weak to Fire, Electric, Ice, Flying, Rock.

What type is Mega Pinsir?

Mega Pinsir is a Bug / Flying-type Pokémon.