Type counters guide

Best Counters for Grass / Psychic Pokémon

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

Grass type iconPsychic type icon

Grass / Psychic

Quick answer

Bug is the strongest answer because both Grass and Psychic are weak to Bug, creating a 4x weakness. Fire, Ice, and Poison are strong secondary attacking types.

Biggest weakness

Type matchup table

Recommended practical counters

Rabsca Pokémon sprite

Rabsca

#0954

Resists both STABsBudget option
BugPsychic
  • Deals 4x damage with Bug-type attacks
  • Has STAB Bug-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Grass 0.5x, Psychic 0.5x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Best typeBug×4

Safe into Grass 0.5x, Psychic 0.5x

115 offense · 45 Speed

Centiskorch Pokémon sprite

Centiskorch

#0851

Bulky switch-inBudget option
FireBug
  • Deals 4x damage with Bug-type attacks
  • Has STAB Bug-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Grass 0.25x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Best typeBug×4

Safe into Grass 0.25x

115 offense · 65 Speed

Orbeetle Pokémon sprite

Orbeetle

#0826

Resists both STABsBudget option
BugPsychic
  • Deals 4x damage with Bug-type attacks
  • Has STAB Bug-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Grass 0.5x, Psychic 0.5x STAB attacks
  • Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety
Best typeBug×4

Safe into Grass 0.5x, Psychic 0.5x

80 offense · 90 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

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

What not to use

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 / Psychic typing

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.

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FAQ

What is the best counter for Grass / Psychic?

Grass / Psychic is best countered by Pokémon that can use Bug (4x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Grass / Psychic STAB attacks. Because this is a 4x weakness, even moderate attackers can create pressure if they can enter safely.

What type is best against Grass / Psychic?

Bug is the strongest attacking type against Grass / Psychic, dealing 4x damage under the modern Gen 6+ type chart.

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

Grass / Psychic has 7 super-effective attacking options: Bug, Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Ghost, and Dark. Use the highest multiplier first, then choose a Pokémon that is not exposed to Grass / Psychic 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 / Psychic 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 / Psychic?

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

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