Pokémon counters guide

Best Counters for Pidgey

Find practical counter Pokémon, attacking types, and defensive matchup notes for Pidgey.

NormalFlying
Pidgey Pokémon sprite

Pidgey

#0016

Quick answer

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

Best move types

Electric×2Ice×2Rock×2

Top weaknesses (3)

Electric×2Ice×2Rock×2

Type matchup table

Electric type iconElectric2x
Ice type iconIce2x
Rock type iconRock2x
Normal type iconNormal1x
Fire type iconFire1x
Water type iconWater1x
Fighting type iconFighting1x
Poison type iconPoison1x
Flying type iconFlying1x
Psychic type iconPsychic1x
Dragon type iconDragon1x
Dark type iconDark1x
Steel type iconSteel1x
Fairy type iconFairy1x
Grass type iconGrass0.5x
Bug type iconBug0.5x
Ground type iconGround0x
Ghost type iconGhost0x

Recommended practical counters

Rhyperior Pokémon sprite

Rhyperior

#0464

Best overallResists both STABsSlow but bulky
GroundRock
  • Deals 2x damage with Rock-type attacks
  • Has STAB Rock-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Normal 0.5x, Flying 0.5x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
  • Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety
Best typeRock×2

Safe into Normal 0.5x, Flying 0.5x

140 offense · 40 Speed

Tyranitar Pokémon sprite

Tyranitar

#0248

Resists both STABsStrong physical attacker
RockDark
  • Deals 2x damage with Rock-type attacks
  • Has STAB Rock-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Normal 0.5x, Flying 0.5x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
  • Solid mixed bulk improves switch-in safety
Best typeRock×2

Safe into Normal 0.5x, Flying 0.5x

134 offense · 61 Speed

Arcanine-Hisui Pokémon sprite

Arcanine-Hisui

#0059

Resists both STABs
FireRock
  • Deals 2x damage with Rock-type attacks
  • Has STAB Rock-type attacks
  • Resists the target's Normal 0.5x, Flying 0.5x STAB attacks
  • Strong attacking stats help convert the matchup
Best typeRock×2

Safe into Normal 0.5x, Flying 0.5x

115 offense · 90 Speed

Strong theoretical counters

Best move types to use

Electric×2Ice×2Rock×2

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

Electric type pageIce type pageRock type page

Counter notes for Pidgey

  • Pidgey is a Normal / Flying Pokémon with 56 base Speed and stronger physical attack (45 Attack). Electric, Ice, and Rock attacks all work offensively, but safer counters are usually the ones that reduce risk from its own STAB types.
  • Pidgey has several 2x weaknesses rather than a single 4x weakness, so the best counters are the ones that can hit it super-effectively while also reducing the risk from Normal / Flying STAB.
  • Known abilities include Keen Eye, Tangled Feet, and Big Pecks. This page does not assume ability-specific battle effects, so verify the format before relying on a single counter.
  • Avoid counters that are weak to Normal / Flying unless they are fast enough to pressure immediately or bulky enough to survive the exchange.
  • Pidgey does not need a separate alternate-form note for the standard National Dex matchup shown here.

What not to use

Ground×0Ghost×0Grass×0.5Bug×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.

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.

Related pages

Pidgey weakness chartPidgey PokédexNormal / Flying countersElectric type pageIce type pageRock type pagePokémon type chartSpeed tiers

FAQ

What is the best counter for Pidgey?

Pidgey is best countered by Pokémon that can use Electric, Ice, and Rock (2x) attacks while avoiding bad defensive matchups into Normal / Flying 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 Pidgey?

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

How many useful attacking types hit Pidgey super-effectively?

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

Avoid relying on Ground, Ghost, Grass, and Bug attacks unless they have a special role or unusually high power.

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