Pikachu counters, weaknesses & stats
Type: Electric
Looking for the best counters for Pikachu? This page lists the top Pokémon from the Pokémon Champions roster that hit Pikachu super-effectively, along with its full base stats, defensive matchups, abilities and weaknesses. Pikachu is a Electric-type Pokémon that takes super-effective damage from Ground.
Base stats
- HP
- 35
- Attack
- 55
- Defense
- 40
- Sp. Attack
- 50
- Sp. Defense
- 50
- Speed
- 90
- Total
- 320
Weaknesses
- Ground (×2)
Resistances
- Electric (×0.5)
- Flying (×0.5)
- Steel (×0.5)
Abilities
- Static — Has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact.
- Lightning Rod (hidden) — Redirects single-target electric moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Electric moves, raising Special Attack one stage.
Top counters vs Pikachu
- Camerupt (Fire / Ground)
- Mega Camerupt (Fire / Ground)
- Steelix (Steel / Ground)
- Mega Steelix (Steel / Ground)
- Torterra (Grass / Ground)
- Garchomp (Dragon / Ground)
- Mega Garchomp (Dragon / Ground)
- Hippowdon (Ground)
Frequently asked questions
What is the best counter for Pikachu?
Based on STAB type coverage and defensive safety, the top counter in the Pokémon Champions roster is Camerupt. See the full ranked list above for more options.
What are Pikachu's weaknesses?
Pikachu is weak to Ground.
What type is Pikachu?
Pikachu is a Electric-type Pokémon.