Compare Starter Pokémon
Pick a game to compare its three starter Pokémon side by side -- base stats, type effectiveness, and movesets across every evolution stage.

Red & Blue
Bulbasaur · Charmander · Squirtle

Yellow
Bulbasaur · Charmander · Squirtle

Gold & Silver
Chikorita · Cyndaquil · Totodile

Crystal
Chikorita · Cyndaquil · Totodile

Ruby & Sapphire
Treecko · Torchic · Mudkip

Emerald
Treecko · Torchic · Mudkip

FireRed & LeafGreen
Bulbasaur · Charmander · Squirtle

Diamond & Pearl
Turtwig · Chimchar · Piplup

Platinum
Turtwig · Chimchar · Piplup

HeartGold & SoulSilver
Chikorita · Cyndaquil · Totodile

Black & White
Snivy · Tepig · Oshawott

Black 2 & White 2
Snivy · Tepig · Oshawott

X & Y
Chespin · Fennekin · Froakie

Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Treecko · Torchic · Mudkip

Sun & Moon
Rowlet · Litten · Popplio

Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Rowlet · Litten · Popplio

Sword & Shield
Grookey · Scorbunny · Sobble

Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Turtwig · Chimchar · Piplup

Legends: Arceus
Rowlet · Cyndaquil · Oshawott

Scarlet & Violet
Sprigatito · Fuecoco · Quaxly

Legends: Z-A
Chikorita · Tepig · Totodile
About Starter Pokemon
Starter Pokemon are the first Pokemon you receive at the beginning of each game. They form the foundation of your team and are typically strong, reliable partners throughout your journey.
Type Triangle: Most generations follow the Grass/Fire/Water type triangle, where each type has an advantage over another, creating strategic variety in team building.
Evolution: Most starter Pokemon evolve twice, typically at level 16 and level 36, reaching their final powerful forms that can compete at the highest levels.
Fan Favorites: Charizard, Blastoise, Greninja, and Cinderace are among the most popular starter Pokemon, beloved for their designs and competitive viability.