The best Electric-type Pokemon in the franchise boast some of the most iconic moves and monster designs. But which ones are strongest, and which should you be using?
When players think of the most iconic Electric-type Pokemon, their minds immediately go to Pikachu, Zapdos, and other early additions. However, newer creatures like Thundurus and Zekrom have dominated competitive play since their debuts, with Legendary Miraidon also joining the ranking.
If you’re wondering which of the lightning lovers are the best, here are our top 40 Electric-type Pokemon of all time based on their strength, design, moves, and lore impact.p
Every Pokemon in the list appears in its standard form, except for those that change to receive a secondary typing that allows them to be a part of the ranking.
40. Pachirisu
- Pokedex number: 0417
- Debut: Pokemon Diamond & Pearl
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Sinnoh’s Pachirisu didn’t shine much when its Gen was released, however, it got its time in the spotlight with Pokemon Ranger: Shadows of Almia, as it was one of the three Partner Pokemon along with Starly and Munchlax.
This tiny creature is a pure Electric type, which means it only has one weakness. That, along with its good Defense stats, make Pachirisu a semi-sturdy teammate for your party. Plus, it has access to good moves like Thunder, Discharge, and Last Resort.
Pachirisu base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 45 | 70 | 45 | 90 | 95 | 405 |
39. Emolga
Emolga might not look like much due to its tiny size and the fact that it doesn’t have an evolution, but its type combination is one of the best there is for Electric Pokemon.
As an Electric/Flying type, Emolga has only two weaknesses, it’s immune to Ground and can resist Fighting, Grass, Flying, Bug, and Steel opponents. Its equally decent Attack and Sp. Attack stats make it a good dual attacker with access to strong moves like Spark and Discharge. Plus, its high Speed – which you can raise with its Motor Drive ability – ensures you hit first in battle.
Emolga base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 75 | 60 | 75 | 60 | 103 | 428 |
38. Dedenne
- Pokedex number: 0702
- Debut: Pokemon X & Y
- Type: Electric/Fairy
- Weaknesses: Poison / Ground
Dedenne is another tiny Pokemon with no evolution, but don’t let its size fool you. Its dual Electric/Fairy typing is a good combination that makes it immune to Dragons and can resist key types like Fighting and Dark, among others.
It’s high Sp. Attack and Speed paired with moves like Discharge and Thunder make Dedenne a good contender. More so, it can learn Fairy-type nukes like Dazzling Gleam and Play Rough.
Dedenne base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | 58 | 57 | 81 | 67 | 101 | 431 |
37. Morpeko
- Pokedex number: 0877
- Debut: Pokemon Sword & Shield
- Type: Electric/Dark
- Weaknesses: Fighting / Ground / Bug / Fairy
As soon as Morpeko was released, it became a fan favorite, not just because of how adorable it looked, but due to its peculiar ability called Hunger Switch. The ability changes the Pokemon’s form from Full Belly Mode to Hangry Mode, turning its signature move Aura Wheel from Electric-type to Dark-type.
Its good type combination gives Morpeko immunity to Psychic-type opponents and adds useful resistances to Ghost and Dark, as well as the usual Steel, Flying, and Electric ones.
Morpeko base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58 | 95 | 58 | 70 | 58 | 97 | 436 |
36. Stunfisk
- Pokedex number: 0618
- Debut: Pokemon Black & White
- Type: Ground/Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground / Water / Grass / Ice
Stunfisk is arguably one of the ugliest Pokemon in the franchise, but it is still a very good Electric creature to have by your side thanks to its pretty decent stats.
This fish has a very high HP, which paired with its good Defense and even better Sp. Defense make it very hard to take down. But that’s not all, as it also has a good Sp. Attack stat and a wide move pool with Electric, Ground, Normal, Water, Fighting, and even Flying attacks at its disposal.
It has an alternate Galarian form, however, it changes from Ground/Electric to Ground/Steel.
Stunfisk base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | 66 | 84 | 81 | 99 | 32 | 471 |
35. Lanturn
- Pokedex number: 0171
- Debut: Pokemon Gold & Silver
- Type: Water/Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground / Grass
Giving a Water-type Pokemon electricity as a secondary typing is a bold move, as it takes away their main weakness, giving the Pokemon a nice spin.
Lanturn has great HP, which means it can hold its ground in battle for a long time. More so, moves like Hydro Pump, Discharge, Scald, and Thunder pair up perfectly with its decent Sp. Attack stat.
Lanturn base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 | 58 | 58 | 76 | 76 | 67 | 460 |
34. Bellibolt
- Pokedex number: 0939
- Debut: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
The recently introduced Bellibolt became one of the best Electric-type Pokemon in Scarlet & Violet thanks to its very good stats and its ability Electromorphosis, which charges the Pokemon when it takes damage, boosting its next Electric move.
Bellibolt might be very slow, but its high HP, Defense, and Sp. Defense make it one tanky Pokemon with a great Sp. Attack that powers moves like Discharge, Zap Cannon, and Thunder.
Bellibolt base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | 64 | 91 | 103 | 83 | 45 | 495 |
33. Zebstrika
- Pokedex number: 0523
- Debut: Pokemon Black & White
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Gen 5’s Zebstrika might seem like another pure Electric type, but it has pretty solid stats – Attack, Sp. Attack and Speed – that make it a good attacker. Plus, it has three abilities that can come in handy if used properly.
If Zebstrika happens to have the abilities Lightning Rod or Motor Drive, Electric-type moves have 0 effectiveness, and its Sp. Attack or Speed are boosted, respectively. If it has Sap Sipper, the effectiveness of Grass-type attacks is 0 and its Attack stat raises.
It also has quite a versatile move pool, which includes Fire, Dark, Grass, Ground, Normal, Psychic, Steel, and Water attacks.
Zebstrika base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | 100 | 63 | 80 | 63 | 116 | 497 |
32. Hisuian Electrode
- Pokedex number: 0101
- Debut: Pokemon Legends Arceus
- Type: Electric/Grass
- Weaknesses: Poison / Bug / Fire / Ice
The iconic exploding Pokemon from Gen 1 got a regional variation in Pokemon Legends Arceus, which added a secondary Grass type to it.
Unlike its regular form, Hisuian Electrode loses the usual Electric-type weakness to Ground moves, giving the Pokemon a spin. Its decent Sp. Attack and outstanding Speed make this creature one fast attacker to fear.
Hisuian Electrode base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 50 | 70 | 80 | 80 | 150 | 490 |
31. Alolan Golem
- Pokedex number: 0076
- Debut: Pokemon Sun & Moon
- Type: Rock/Electric
- Weaknesses: Fighting / Ground / Water / Grass
Just like Electrode, good old Golem received a regional variation in Sun & Moon, which turned the Pokemon from Rock/Ground to a Rock/Electric-type.
Besides its new typing and design, Alolan Golem has 4 abilities and way fewer weaknesses than its regular form. However, what stands out most about this creature is its very high Attack and Defense stats, which makes it a very well-rounded teammate to add to your party.
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 120 | 130 | 55 | 65 | 45 | 495 |
30. Galvantula
- Pokedex number: 0596
- Debut: Pokemon Black & White
- Type: Bug/Electric
- Weaknesses: Rock / Fire
It is known that Bug types do not excel in the Pokemon franchise. However, when paired with other types, things tend to change.
As a dual Bug/Electric creature, Galvantula is no longer weak to Ground but to Rock and Fire instead, and it can resist Fighting and Grass opponents.
Additionally, this very fast arachnid has an incredibly varied move pool, which includes Grass, Psychic, Dark, Normal, Poison, and Water moves, aside from its regular Bug and Electric attacks.
Galvantula base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 77 | 60 | 97 | 60 | 108 | 472 |
29. Togedemaru
- Pokedex number: 0777
- Debut: Pokemon Sun & Moon
- Type: Electric/Steel
- Weaknesses: Fighting / Ground / Fire
The tiny and adorable Togedemaru might look like a powerless creature, but its dual Electric/Steel type combination gives this Pokemon an incredibly long list of resistances, including Normal, Flying, Rock, Bug, Steel, Grass, Electric, Psychic, Ice, Dragon, and Fairy. Plus, immunity to Poison.
More so, its high Attack and Speed allow Togedemaru to hit hard and very fast, giving its opponents little chance to protect themselves. As a physical attacker, moves like Zing Zap, Wild Charge, and Iron Tail are a must.
Togedemaru base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 98 | 63 | 40 | 73 | 96 | 435 |
28. Vikavolt
- Pokedex number: 0738
- Debut: Pokemon Sun & Moon
- Type: Bug/Electric
- Weaknesses: Rock / Fire
As said above, Bug types are not the best of the bunch, but when properly paired with another type, they can become quite handy.
In Vikabolt’s case, the Bug type takes away the Ground weakness and its Levitate ability gives the Pokemon immunity against those types of moves. Additionally, Vikabolt has an insane Sp. Atk which is perfect for using nukes like Discharge, Thunderbolt, and the ultimate best, Zap Cannon.
Vikavolt base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | 70 | 90 | 145 | 75 | 43 | 500 |
27. Heliolisk
- Pokedex number: 0695
- Debut: Pokemon X & Y
- Type: Electric/Normal
- Weaknesses: Fighting / Ground
Once you expose a Helioptile to a Sun Stone, you’ll get a Heliolisk, an Electric/Normal-type Pokemon with decent coverage, a good move pool, and a very high Sp. Atk and Speed.
Even though there are better Electric monsters, Heliolisk is very adaptable thanks to its abilities Dry Skin and Solar Power, which allow it to fit in both rainy and sunny weather respectively.
Heliolisk base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | 55 | 52 | 109 | 94 | 109 | 481 |
26. Dracozolt
- Pokedex number: 0880
- Debut: Pokemon Sword & Shield
- Type: Electric/Dragon
- Weaknesses: Ground / Ice / Dragon / Fairy
The fossil Pokemon Dracozolt might not be the fastest or bulkiest of this ranking, but it’s a very good offensive Pokemon with wide coverage. Plus, if low Speed is really a problem for you, you can boost it with its hidden ability Sand Rush if there’s a sandstorm.
More so, its ability Volt Absorb restores its HP when hit by Electric-type moves and Hustle can take its already high Attack stat to superior levels.
Dracozolt base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 100 | 90 | 80 | 70 | 75 | 505 |
25. Jolteon
- Pokedex number: 0135
- Debut: Pokemon Red & Blue
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
As time passed by and new Gens came out, Eevee got new evolutions, but there was a time when Jolteon was one of the best due to its incredible Sp. Atk and massive Speed.
This spiky Pokemon is a glass cannon with only one weakness and access to pretty solid moves such as Discharge, Thunder, and Thunderbolt.
Its low HP and Defense can be problematic, but the move Volt Switch allows Jolteon to hit and then be exchanged for another party member, keeping it safe. More so, if hit by Electric-type attacks, its hidden ability Volt Absorb will restore some health instead of taking damage.
Jolteon base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | 65 | 60 | 110 | 95 | 130 | 525 |
24. Pikachu
- Pokedex number: 0025
- Debut: Pokemon Red & Blue
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
It might not have the best stats out of all our picks, but Pikachu clearly deserves at least a middle spot in the ranking mainly because of its impact in the Pokemon franchise.
As the main creature in the series for over 25 years, there is not a single Pokemon more recognizable than this dear yellow mouse which made us cry and laugh more times than we can count.
In general, Pikachu has alright stats, with a very low HP, but quite high Speed, making it one agile opponent. Moves like Iron Tail and Thunder stand out. Plus, it has the possibility of using Dark, Fairy, Psychic, Fighting, Grass, Ground, and Normal moves too.
Pikachu base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 55 | 40 | 50 | 50 | 90 | 320 |
23. Pawmot
- Pokedex number: 0923
- Debut: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
- Type: Electric/Fighting
- Weaknesses: Ground / Psychic / Fairy
Players might remember Pawmot by its resemblance to Pikachu or its particular evolutionary method which involves the Let’s Go! feature.
Known as Gen 9’s Pikachu clone, Pawmot earned a higher spot on this ranking thanks to having a secondary type and better stats than the popular mouse. Plus, its ability Iron Fist powers up punching moves such as Focus Punch and Thunder Punch.
Pawmot base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 115 | 70 | 70 | 60 | 105 | 490 |
22. Arctozolt
- Pokedex number: 0881
- Debut: Pokemon Sword & Shield
- Type: Electric/Ice
- Weaknesses: Fighting / Ground / Rock / Fire
Arctozolt stats are nothing out of the ordinary but a combination of its abilities and moves can turn this particular fossil into an exciting Pokemon. However, you’ll need the right setting.
Its move Bolt Beak allows Arctozolt to hit twice if it moves before the opponent. Due to its poor Speed stat, that’s almost impossible to achieve, but its hidden ability Slush Rush can boost the Speed in snow. Of course, you’ll have to set the weather to achieve this, but it’s totally doable.
Arctozolt base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 100 | 90 | 90 | 80 | 55 | 505 |
21. Manectric
- Pokedex number: 0310
- Debut: Pokemon Ruby & Sapphire
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Pokemon’s loyal lightning canine Manectric is one of the last pure Electric Pokemon since the earliest generations. The Manectric line stars as the third gym aces in Ruby & Sapphire and comes packed with powerful moves like Shock Wave, Thunder Fang, Discharge, Wild Charge, and Thunder.
Manectric was also another early Pokemon to be given a Mega Evolution late on in the series. While it never had an impact in ranked or competitive, Manectric found its way to trainers’ hearts with its dog-styling, strong playstyle, and good Sp. Attack and Speed.
Manectric base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 75 | 60 | 105 | 60 | 105 | 475 |
20. Luxray
- Pokedex number: 0405
- Debut: Pokemon Diamond & Pearl
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Luxray has been a fan-favorite Pokemon ever since its introduction in Diamond & Pearl, where it’s considered by many to be an essential team member and the best Electric-type of its generation.
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It has a shockingly high Attack stat, with the rest of them being evenly distributed, and a lineup of brilliant moves including Spark, Thunder Fang, and Crunch. It’s also one of the coolest-looking Pokemon of all time, which definitely helps.
Luxray base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 120 | 79 | 95 | 79 | 70 | 523 |
19. Ampharos
- Pokedex number: 0181
- Debut: Pokemon Gold & Silver
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
There weren’t many Electric Pokemon added to Gen 2’s Gold & Silver, but the Ampharos line – starting with Mareep and going through Fluffy – was a pretty solid one.
At a very low Speed stat, it is a bit of a lumbering fighter, but what it lacks in quickness it more than makes up for with the punch it delivers once it gets there.
Ampharos has an incredible 115 Sp. Attack, boosted to 165 when it Mega Evolves, which can make its powerful Electric moves (Zap Cannon, Thunder Punch, Thunder) and its special moves like Dragon Pulse, all the more lethal.
Ampharos base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 75 | 85 | 115 | 90 | 55 | 510 |
18. Eelektross
- Pokedex number: 0604
- Debut: Pokemon Black & White
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: –
Gen 5’s Eelektross might deceive players at first, as it doesn’t look threatening at all. However, there’s more to this ugly-looking creature than meets the eye.
As a pure Electric type, Eelektross has the usual Ground weakness, but as it also has the Levitate ability, it becomes immune to it, leaving the Pokemon with no weaknesses whatsoever. That, paired with its very high Attack, and a versatile move pool puts Eelektross ahead of other Electric monsters.
Eelektross base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 115 | 80 | 105 | 80 | 50 | 515 |
17. Toxtricity
- Pokedex number: 0849
- Debut: Pokemon Sword & Shield
- Type: Electric/Poison
- Weaknesses: Ground / Psychic
Toxtricity was introduced in Gen 8’s Sword & Shield and quickly gained the players’ attention thanks to its two forms – Amped and Low Key – which are determined by Toxel’s nature.
Both Amped Form and Low Key forms are pretty similar, with differences in the Pokemon’s design and colors, and a few changes in their move pools. Amped Form has the Steel move Shift Gear, while Low Key Form has the Electric-type attack, Magnetic Flux.
Overall, Toxtricity is a very solid special attacker, with good moves, several abilities, and 8 – very useful – resistances.
Toxtricity base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | 98 | 70 | 114 | 70 | 75 | 502 |
16. Magnezone
- Pokedex number: 0462
- Debut: Pokemon Diamond & Pearl
- Type: Electric/Steel
- Weaknesses: Fighting / Ground / Fire
Magnemite’s final evolutionary stage might discourage players from adding Magnezone to their teams at first due to its low HP, Attack, and Speed stats. However, its incredible Sp. Atk and Defense truly make up for them.
Additionally, by having its Electric-type paired with Steel, Magnezone gains a ton of resistances and Poison immunity making it harder to the one shoted by opponents. As if it were not enough, this Pokemon cannot be knocked out by a single hit thanks to its Sturdy ability.
Magnezone base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 70 | 115 | 130 | 90 | 60 | 535 |
15. Electivire
- Pokedex number: 0466
- Debut: Pokemon Platinum
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Electivire’s strengths come from its versatility. The Electabuzz evolution felt like it never really made the ripples its younger cousin did from Generation 1, and with how much it has in its back pocket, it’s a bit of a surprise.
The Electric creature has access to Thunderbolt and plenty of other good Electric-type moves – of course – but it can also learn Fire, Fighting, Dark, Normal, Grass, Rock, Ground, Psychic, Ice, Steel, and even Water moves, making Electivire a really versatile physical attacker.
Electivire base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | 123 | 67 | 95 | 85 | 95 | 540 |
14. Iron Thorns
- Pokedex number: 0995
- Debut: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
- Type: Rock/Electric
- Weaknesses: Fighting / Ground / Water / Grass
Tyranitar’s future form, Iron Thorns, was introduced in Scarlet & Violet, and as with most of the other Paradox Pokemon, it quickly became hit.
This bulky and strong physical attacker has a very varied move pool which includes Bug, Dark, Fire, Ground, Ice, Normal, and even Steel attacks, aside from its usual Electric and Rock ones.
Its signature ability Quark Drive boosts the Pokemon’s most proficient stat – which in this case it’s its Attack – making physical moves like Wild Charge, Earthquake, and Stone Edge unstoppable.
Iron Thorns base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 134 | 110 | 70 | 84 | 72 | 570 |
13. Sandy Shocks
- Pokedex number: 0989
- Debut: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
- Type: Electric/Ground
- Weaknesses: Ground / Water / Grass / Ice
Like Iron Thorns, Sandy Shocks is another Paradox Pokemon introduced in Scarlet & Violet. However, this is an ancient Magneton relative, and not a future one.
Sandy Shocks is a wonderful special attacker with great Speed, which allows it to deal high damage first, giving it a key advantage in battle. More so, its Sp. Atk can be boosted thanks to its signature ability Protosynthesis.
Its move pool is also very varied – includes Fire, Normal, Psychic, and Steel attacks – but the best on its repertoire are those that match its typing and benefit from STAB: Discharge, Earthquake, and Zap Cannon.
Sandy Shocks base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 | 81 | 97 | 121 | 85 | 101 | 570 |
12. Xurkitree
- Pokedex number: 0796
- Debut: Pokemon Sun & Moon
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Ultra Beasts were introduced in Pokemon Sun & Moon, and out of the 11 available, Xurkitree has proven to be one of the best, mainly excelling in Pokemon Go.
Despite its lack of Speed and defenses, Xurkitree boasts an outstanding 173 Sp. Atk, which means its attacks like Thunderbolt and Zap Cannon will hit incredibly hard. More so, every time this Ultra Beast knocks out a target, its Sp. Atk will grow thanks to its Beast Boost ability.
Due to this – and the fact that its move pool is very versatile and can hit almost every type – Xurkitree is often used as a wallbreaker.
Xurkitree base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83 | 89 | 71 | 173 | 71 | 83 | 570 |
11. Rotom
Rotom is one of the most unusual Pokemon of all time. It has the ability to turn into five different forms with each of them adding a secondary typing to the creature, as well as new designs and a top-tier exclusive move, which makes it incredibly versatile.
Perhaps the best feature of Rotom, though, is that all of its forms have the Levitate ability. This grants immunity to Ground-type attacks – which is the only thing Electric-types are vulnerable to. Its Sp. Attack and Speed stats are good, and its defensive stats are pretty decent, too.
Rotom base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 50 | 77 | 95 | 77 | 91 | 440 |
10. Raikou
- Pokedex number: 0243
- Debut: Pokemon Gold & Silver
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
The Electric-type Legendary Beast Raikou was introduced in Gen 2 along with Suicune and Entei. The three of them were resurrected by Ho-Oh after the burning of the Brass Tower.
While Raikou benefits from a super high Sp. Attack and Speed, its most major fallback is undoubtedly its low Defense, which will put the Pokemon in a pinch when faced with attacks such as Earthquake.
Despite its low survivability, the Pokemon is a fantastic addition to any team as it works well in a tanking position when utilizing skills such as Thunder, which provides a 30% paralysis chance, and also being able to fully restore itself over two turns by using Rest.
Raikou base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 85 | 75 | 115 | 100 | 115 | 580 |
9. Tapu Koko
- Pokedex number: 0785
- Debut: Pokemon Sun & Moon
- Type: Electric/Fairy
- Weaknesses: Poison / Ground
Though this Pokemon might not look imposing at all, it can still prove essential in turning the tide of battle. With a zippy speed coupled with a very high attack, Tapu Koko’s resistances to Dark and Flying types make this creature a fantastic addition to any team.
Providing a middle-man of sorts, Tapu Koko can quickly switch out with the incredibly useful U-Turn, while skills like Roost allow the chance to restore a maximum of half of its HP, reverting any Flying-type opponent to a Normal-type until the end of that turn.
Tapu Koko base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 115 | 85 | 95 | 75 | 130 | 570 |
8. Zapdos
- Pokedex number: 0145
- Debut: Pokemon Red & Blue
- Type: Electric/Flying
- Weaknesses: Ice / Rock
Zapodos is the original powerhouse Electric Pokemon. It first appeared at level 50 in Gen 1’s Power Plant all the way back in Kanto, surrounded by Voltorbs, Pikachus, and Electabuzz.
There are not many Electric Pokemon – outside of Pikachu – that have had the same long-lasting effect as Zapdos. Plus, because the mighty bird could access Fly and had immunity to the Ground type, many trainers quickly added it to their party and fell in love.
The Legendary Bird also had a starring role in Pokémon The Movie 2000, showing off its thunderous power. Movie star, Elite Four veteran, ranked champion – there’s nothing Zapdos can’t do.
Zapdos base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 90 | 85 | 125 | 90 | 100 | 580 |
7. Raging Bolt
- Pokedex number: 1021
- Debut: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
- Type: Electric/Dragon
- Weaknesses: Ice / Dragon / Fairy / Ground
Raging Bolt was introduced in The Indigo Disk expansion of Pokemon Scarlet & Violet. It is the distant relative of the Gen 2 Legendary Raikou and an Electric/Dragon dual-type. Even if Raging Bolt looks like a funny giraffe and is rather slow, the attack Thunderclap can strike before your opponent’s move.
This Paradox Pokemon has an incredibly high Sp. Attack, so going for moves like Dragon Pulse, Thunder, and Zap Cannon is an excellent idea.
Raging Bolt base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 | 73 | 91 | 137 | 89 | 75 | 590 |
6. Regieleki
- Pokedex number: 0894
- Debut: Pokemon Sword & Shield
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Swooping in with a truly phenomenal Speed stat, Regieleki is now the fastest Pokemon in play and is imperative for getting in those quick attacks to damage the opposition. Of course, this comes at the expense of all of the Pokemon’s other stats leaving something to be desired.
With a low HP and even lower Sp. Defense, its lack of good coverage can often get in its way. However, its Electric-type moves are still incredibly powerful, especially when looking at moves like Thunder Cage.
Regieleki base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 100 | 50 | 100 | 50 | 200 | 580 |
5. Thundurus
- Pokedex number: 0642
- Debut: Pokemon Black & White
- Type: Electric/Flying
- Weaknesses: Ice / Rock
Another Electric powerhouse, Thundurus rivals Zekrom for pure strength, especially once it transcends to its Therian Forme, as it’s a real force of nature to contend with.
Thundurus doesn’t have a vast move pool – Thunder, Discharge, and Volt Switch are the main moves in its arsenal – but its outstanding base stats make sure it packs a punch. Plus, it has Ground immunity, and its ability Volt Absorb restores its health if hit by an Electric-type move.
Thundurus base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | 115 | 70 | 125 | 80 | 111 | 580 |
4. Iron Hands
- Pokedex number: 0992
- Debut: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
- Type: Fighting/Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground / Fairy / Psychic
Introduced in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, Iron Hands is the Paradox version of Gen 3’s Hariyama. As a dual Fighting/Electric-type creature, Iron Hands is resistant to Steel, Dark, Rock, Bug, and Electric, and has access to some powerful moves, like Wild Charge and Close Combat.
The Pokemon is a bulky physical attacker that has been a popular choice among players to participate in Scarlet & Violet Raids. A common setup is for Iron Hands to use Belly Drum and then continue to spam Drain Punch onto its opponent.
Iron Hands base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 154 | 140 | 108 | 50 | 68 | 50 | 570 |
3. Miraidon
- Pokedex number: 1008
- Debut: Pokemon Scarlet & Violet
- Type: Electric/Dragon
- Weaknesses: Ice / Dragon / Fairy / Ground
As the mascot of Pokemon Violet, Miraidon is a dual Electric/Dragon-type who specializes in Special Attack and Speed. With a 135 base stat in both areas, the Legendary can deal some serious damage rather quickly with moves like Electro Drift, Draco Meteor, or Dragon Pulse.
Its type combination gives Miraidon plenty of useful resistances, including Steel, Fire, Flying, Water, Grass, and Electric.
Miraidon base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 85 | 100 | 135 | 115 | 135 | 670 |
2. Zeraora
- Pokedex number: 0807
- Debut: Pokemon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
- Type: Electric
- Weaknesses: Ground
Zeraora is a fantastically powerful Electric-type that dominates by gathering and storing electricity from outside sources before utilizing it in battle.
With a very high Speed stat, this fighter will zip through battles dazzling its foes with physical attacks, but its lackluster Defense comes at the cost of its quick-wittedness to act.
Zeraora base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | 112 | 75 | 102 | 80 | 143 | 600 |
1. Zekrom
- Pokedex number: 0644
- Debut: Pokemon Black & White
- Type: Electric/ Dragon
- Weaknesses: Ice / Dragon / Fairy / Ground
While Zekrom is technically Dragon first and Electric second, it’s worth considering the sheer-black fifth-generation game mascot as an outstanding Electric type.
Zekrom is powerful in the lore and in action as well. This mighty creature boasts a whopping 680 stat total, 150 of which are slotted into his physical Attack. It also is one of the only Pokemon that can learn Bolt Strike, a 130-power Electric move.
Zekrom spent much of its life reigning over competitive too – when it wasn’t banned from play – and is arguably the strongest Electric monster ever to appear in the franchise thus far.
Zekrom base stats:
| HP | ATTACK | DEFENSE | SP. ATK | SP. DEF | SPEED | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 150 | 120 | 120 | 100 | 90 | 680 |
That’s our ranking for the best Electric-type Pokemon of all time. For more content, be sure to check our top 40 rankings for Fire and Water-type Pokemon, as well as our picks for ultimate Legendaries of all time.
