Type counters guide

Best Counters for Grass / Fire Pokémon

Find practical counter Pokémon, attacking types, and defensive matchup notes for Grass / Fire.

Grass / Fire

Quick answer

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

Best move types

Poison×2 Flying×2 Rock×2

Top weaknesses (3)

Poison×2 Flying×2 Rock×2

Type matchup table

Poison2x

Flying2x

Rock2x

Normal1x

Fire1x

Water1x

Ice1x

Fighting1x

Ground1x

Psychic1x

Bug1x

Ghost1x

Dragon1x

Dark1x

Grass0.25x

Electric0.5x

Steel0.5x

Fairy0.5x

Recommended practical counters

Salamence

#0373

Best overallResists both STABsFast pressure

DragonFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

135 offense · 100 Speed

Dragonite

#0149

Resists both STABsStrong physical attacker

DragonFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

134 offense · 80 Speed

Charizard

#0006

Resists both STABsFast pressureBudget option

FireFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

109 offense · 100 Speed

Noivern

#0715

Resists both STABsFast pressureBudget option

FlyingDragon

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

97 offense · 123 Speed

Sneasler

#0903

Bulky switch-inFast pressureStrong physical attacker

FightingPoison

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

Best typePoison×2

Safe into Grass 0.5x

130 offense · 120 Speed

Oricorio

#0741

Resists both STABsBudget option

FireFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

98 offense · 93 Speed

Talonflame

#0663

Resists both STABsFast pressureBudget option

FireFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

81 offense · 126 Speed

Glimmora

#0970

Bulky switch-inStrong special attackerBudget option

RockPoison

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

Best typePoison×2

Safe into Fire 0.5x

130 offense · 86 Speed

Arcanine-Hisui

#0059

Bulky switch-in

FireRock

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

Best typeRock×2

Safe into Fire 0.25x

115 offense · 90 Speed

Tyrantrum

#0697

Bulky switch-inStrong physical attackerBudget option

RockDragon

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

Best typeRock×2

Safe into Fire 0.25x

121 offense · 71 Speed

Gyarados

#0130

Bulky switch-inStrong physical attackerBudget option

WaterFlying

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

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Fire 0.5x

125 offense · 81 Speed

Dragalge

#0691

Resists both STABsBudget option

PoisonDragon

Deals 2x damage with Poison-type attacks
Has STAB Poison-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks

Best typePoison×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

97 offense · 44 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Rayquaza-Mega

#0384

Theoretical optionMega optionResists both STABs

DragonFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

180 offense · 115 Speed

Eternatus

#0890

Theoretical optionLegendary optionResists both STABs

PoisonDragon

Deals 2x damage with Poison-type attacks
Has STAB Poison-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typePoison×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

145 offense · 130 Speed

Salamence-Mega

#0373

Theoretical optionMega optionResists both STABs

DragonFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

145 offense · 120 Speed

Charizard-Mega Y

#0006

Theoretical optionMega optionResists both STABs

FireFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

159 offense · 100 Speed

Rayquaza

#0384

Theoretical optionLegendary optionResists both STABs

DragonFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

150 offense · 95 Speed

Gengar-Mega

#0094

Theoretical optionMega optionBulky switch-in

GhostPoison

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

Best typePoison×2

Safe into Grass 0.5x

170 offense · 130 Speed

Iron Moth

#0994

Theoretical optionParadox optionResists both STABs

FirePoison

Deals 2x damage with Poison-type attacks
Has STAB Poison-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Good Speed helps apply pressure first

Best typePoison×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

140 offense · 110 Speed

Ho-Oh

#0250

Theoretical optionLegendary optionResists both STABs

FireFlying

Deals 2x damage with Flying-type attacks
Has STAB Flying-type attacks
Resists the target's Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x STAB attacks
Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety

Best typeFlying×2

Safe into Grass 0.25x, Fire 0.5x

130 offense · 90 Speed

Best move types to use

Poison×2 Flying×2 Rock×2

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

Poison type page Flying type page Rock type page

What not to use

Grass×0.25 Electric×0.5 Steel×0.5 Fairy×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 Grass / Fire typing

Scovillain

GrassFire

Ogerpon-Hearthflame

GrassFire

Ogerpon-Hearthflame-Tera

GrassFire

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.

Grass / Fire weakness chart Grass / Fire Pokémon Poison type page Flying type page Rock type page Pokémon type chart Speed tiers

FAQ

What is the best counter for Grass / Fire?

Grass / Fire is best countered by Pokémon that can use Poison, Flying, and Rock (2x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Grass / Fire 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 Grass / Fire?

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

How many useful attacking types hit Grass / Fire super-effectively?

Grass / Fire has 3 super-effective attacking options: Poison, Flying, and Rock. Use the highest multiplier first, then choose a Pokémon that is not exposed to Grass / Fire 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 Grass / Fire 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 Grass / Fire?

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

Best Counters for Grass / Fire Pokémon

Quick answer

Type matchup table

Recommended practical counters

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

What not to use

Pokémon with Grass / Fire typing

Battle caveats

Related pages

FAQ

What is the best counter for Grass / Fire?

What type is best against Grass / Fire?

How many useful attacking types hit Grass / Fire super-effectively?

Are abilities included in this counter ranking?

Does Terastallization change Grass / Fire counters?

What should I avoid using against Grass / Fire?

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