Type counters guide

Best Counters for Bug / Electric Pokémon

Find practical counter Pokémon, attacking types, and defensive matchup notes for Bug / Electric.

Bug / Electric

Quick answer

Bug / Electric is best pressured by Fire and Rock-type attacks at 2x damage. Because there is no 4x weakness, defensive safety, Speed, and raw stats matter more.

Best move types

Fire×2 Rock×2

Top weaknesses (2)

Fire×2 Rock×2

Type matchup table

Fire2x

Rock2x

Normal1x

Water1x

Ice1x

Poison1x

Ground1x

Flying1x

Psychic1x

Bug1x

Ghost1x

Dragon1x

Dark1x

Fairy1x

Electric0.5x

Grass0.5x

Fighting0.5x

Steel0.5x

Recommended practical counters

Rhyperior

#0464

Best overallImmune to ElectricSlow but bulky

GroundRock

Deals 2x damage with Rock-type attacks
Has STAB Rock-type attacks
Is immune to the target's Electric 0x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety

Best typeRock×2

Safe into Electric 0x

140 offense · 40 Speed

Chandelure

#0609

Bulky switch-inStrong special attackerBudget option

GhostFire

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.25x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.25x

145 offense · 80 Speed

Camerupt

#0323

Resists both STABsBudget option

FireGround

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Is immune to the target's Electric 0x STAB attacks

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x, Electric 0x

105 offense · 40 Speed

Golem

#0076

Immune to ElectricStrong physical attackerBudget option

RockGround

Deals 2x damage with Rock-type attacks
Has STAB Rock-type attacks
Is immune to the target's Electric 0x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeRock×2

Safe into Electric 0x

120 offense · 45 Speed

Volcarona

#0637

Bulky switch-inFast pressureStrong special attacker

BugFire

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x

135 offense · 100 Speed

Darmanitan

#0555

Bulky switch-inStrong physical attackerBudget option

Fire

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x

140 offense · 95 Speed

Ceruledge

#0937

Bulky switch-inStrong physical attackerBudget option

FireGhost

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.25x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.25x

125 offense · 85 Speed

Typhlosion-Hisui

#0157

Bulky switch-inBudget option

FireGhost

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.25x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.25x

119 offense · 95 Speed

Glimmora

#0970

Bulky switch-inStrong special attackerBudget option

RockPoison

Deals 2x damage with Rock-type attacks
Has STAB Rock-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeRock×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x

130 offense · 86 Speed

Cinderace

#0815

Bulky switch-inFast pressureBudget option

Fire

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x

116 offense · 119 Speed

Tauros-Paldea-Blaze

#0128

Bulky switch-inFast pressureBudget option

FightingFire

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.25x STAB attacks
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.25x

110 offense · 100 Speed

Blaziken

#0257

Bulky switch-inStrong physical attackerBudget option

FireFighting

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.25x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.25x

120 offense · 80 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Camerupt-Mega

#0323

Theoretical optionMega optionResists both STABs

FireGround

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Is immune to the target's Electric 0x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x, Electric 0x

145 offense · 20 Speed

Reshiram

#0643

Theoretical optionLegendary optionResists both STABs

DragonFire

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x, Electric 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x, Electric 0.5x

150 offense · 90 Speed

Zen Galarian Darmanitan

#0555

Theoretical optionConditional formBulky switch-in

IceFire

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x

160 offense · 135 Speed

Blaziken-Mega

#0257

Theoretical optionMega optionBulky switch-in

FireFighting

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.25x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.25x

160 offense · 100 Speed

Diancie-Mega

#0719

Theoretical optionMega optionBulky switch-in

RockFairy

Deals 2x damage with Rock-type attacks
Has STAB Rock-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeRock×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x

160 offense · 110 Speed

Charizard-Mega X

#0006

Theoretical optionMega optionResists both STABs

FireDragon

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x, Electric 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x, Electric 0.5x

130 offense · 100 Speed

Iron Moth

#0994

Theoretical optionParadox optionBulky switch-in

FirePoison

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.25x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.25x

140 offense · 110 Speed

Gouging Fire

#1020

Theoretical optionParadox optionResists both STABs

FireDragon

Deals 2x damage with Fire-type attacks
Has STAB Fire-type attacks
Resists the target's Bug 0.5x, Electric 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety

Best typeFire×2

Safe into Bug 0.5x, Electric 0.5x

115 offense · 91 Speed

Best move types to use

Fire×2 Rock×2

Move availability depends on game version and learnset data, so this page recommends move types rather than guaranteed moves.

Fire type page Rock type page

What not to use

Electric×0.5 Grass×0.5 Fighting×0.5 Steel×0.5

These attacking types are resisted or blocked by the defender's typing, so they are usually lower-priority choices unless they provide a special battle role.

Pokémon with Bug / Electric typing

Joltik

Galvantula

Charjabug

Vikavolt

Battle caveats

This ranking uses modern Gen 6+ type matchups, STAB value, defensive switch-in safety, and base stats.
Abilities, held items, Terastallization, weather, terrain, and format rules can change real battle outcomes.
Coverage moves can punish obvious counters, so treat this as type-based guidance rather than a full matchup simulator.
Move availability depends on game version and learnset data; this page recommends attacking types rather than guaranteed moves.

Bug / Electric weakness chart Bug / Electric Pokémon Fire type page Rock type page Pokémon type chart Speed tiers

FAQ

What is the best counter for Bug / Electric?

Bug / Electric is best countered by Pokémon that can use Fire and Rock (2x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Bug / Electric STAB attacks. Because there is no 4x weakness, Speed, bulk, and offensive stats matter more when choosing the actual Pokémon.

What type is best against Bug / Electric?

Fire and Rock are the strongest attacking types against Bug / Electric, dealing 2x damage under the modern Gen 6+ type chart.

How many useful attacking types hit Bug / Electric super-effectively?

Bug / Electric has 2 super-effective attacking options: Fire and Rock. Use the highest multiplier first, then choose a Pokémon that is not exposed to Bug / Electric STAB attacks.

Are abilities included in this counter ranking?

No. The ranking uses base typing and base stats. Abilities, items, Terastallization, weather, terrain, and special move rules can change the real matchup.

Does Terastallization change Bug / Electric counters?

Yes. Terastallization can replace the defensive typing used here, so the recommended counter types may change completely in formats where Tera is active.

What should I avoid using against Bug / Electric?

Avoid relying on Electric, Grass, Fighting, and Steel attacks unless they have a special role or unusually high power.

Best Counters for Bug / Electric Pokémon

Quick answer

Type matchup table

Recommended practical counters

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

What not to use

Pokémon with Bug / Electric typing

Battle caveats

Related pages

FAQ

What is the best counter for Bug / Electric?

What type is best against Bug / Electric?

How many useful attacking types hit Bug / Electric super-effectively?

Are abilities included in this counter ranking?

Does Terastallization change Bug / Electric counters?

What should I avoid using against Bug / Electric?

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