Steelix Weakness & Counters

Type matchups

Base stats

HP

75

Attack

85

Defense

200

Sp. Atk

55

Sp. Def

65

Speed

30

Total

510

Evolution

1. Onix
2. →
   Steelix

Best counters to Steelix

• Ho-OhHits for 2×
• MoltresHits for 2×
• Wellspring Mask OgerponHits for 2×
• GyaradosHits for 2×
• CharizardHits for 2×
• GolisopodHits for 2×

Other Steel/Ground Pokémon

• Alolan Diglett
• Alolan Dugtrio
• Mega Steelix
• Excadrill
• Mega Excadrill
• Galarian Stunfisk
• Iron Treads

Frequently asked questions

What is Steelix weak to?

As a Steel/Ground type, Steelix takes super-effective damage from Fighting, Ground, Fire and Water moves.

What is Steelix resistant to?

Steelix resists Normal, Flying, Bug, Steel, Psychic, Dragon, Fairy and Rock (¼×) moves. It is immune to Poison and Electric.

What are the best counters to Steelix?

Strong type-based picks include Ho-Oh, Moltres and Wellspring Mask Ogerpon, which hit Steelix with super-effective attacks.