Aerodactyl

Aerodactyl

Tier B VGC Reglation M-A (Pokemon Champions)

Last Updated: 04/10/2026 01:43 [UTC]

Battle Statistics

4.49%
Usage Rate
57.14%
Win Rate
44.00%
Lead Rate
52.57%
Selection Rate
1156
Avg Rating
175
Total Games
100
Wins
75
Losses

Move Performance Analysis

Top 10 moves used in 10+ battles

⚠️ Important Note:

  • This data shows moves actually used in battles, not move adoption rates in team building.
  • Some moves may be on the Pokémon's moveset but never used during a battle, so they won't appear here.
  • Win rate reflects performance in battles where the move was used.
  • For actual move adoption rates, please refer to Smogon Stats or other official sources.

Usage Trend

Win Rate Trend

Performance by Rating Tier

Aerodactyl Competitive Analysis

Performance Metrics

Aerodactyl currently holds a B tier ranking in the VGC Reglation M-A (Pokemon Champions) metagame with a 4.5% usage rate and 57.1% win rate. This data represents 1,949 games analyzed over 14 days from 04/09/2026 to 04/10/2026.

Usage Trends

Usage has declined recently, potentially due to rising counters or metagame shifts. Win rate has improved over the analysis period, suggesting either better optimization or favorable metagame conditions.

Rating Tier Performance

Usage remains consistent across all rating tiers, demonstrating broad appeal at all skill levels.

Key Moves

The most frequently used move in competitive battles is Rock Slide used in 34.3% of battles. Rock Slide demonstrates the highest win rate at 61.7% This move's combination of high popularity and strong win rate makes it a staple choice for competitive play.

Team Synergies

Frequently partners with Sneasler, Garchomp, and Incineroar in successful team compositions. The strongest synergy is observed with Houndoom, achieving a 100.0% win rate when used together.

Matchup Analysis

Favorable matchups include Gallade, Politoed, and Scizor, while caution is advised against Hatterene, Meganium, and Basculegion. Particularly effective against Gallade with a 100.0% win rate in direct matchups.

Strategic Recommendations

Aerodactyl offers solid performance as a mid-tier option. While not dominating the metagame, it provides consistent results when properly supported. Focus on team compositions that maximize its favorable matchups.

Frequent Partners

Most common teammates with Aerodactyl
91 games
63.7% Win
4.7% appear
80 games
52.5% Win
4.1% appear
79 games
55.7% Win
4.0% appear
51 games
51.0% Win
2.6% appear
48 games
54.2% Win
2.5% appear
48 games
56.2% Win
2.5% appear
34 games
55.9% Win
1.7% appear
30 games
66.7% Win
1.5% appear
25 games
48.0% Win
1.3% appear
25 games
76.0% Win
1.3% appear
21 games
71.4% Win
1.1% appear
20 games
55.0% Win
1.0% appear
20 games
45.0% Win
1.0% appear
18 games
61.1% Win
0.9% appear
16 games
87.5% Win
0.8% appear
15 games
60.0% Win
0.8% appear
14 games
92.9% Win
0.7% appear
14 games
57.1% Win
0.7% appear
13 games
61.5% Win
0.7% appear
11 games
36.4% Win
0.6% appear

Frequent Matchups

Most common opponents against Aerodactyl
87 games
60.9% Win
4.46% appear
76 games
50.0% Win
3.90% appear
62 games
64.5% Win
3.18% appear
57 games
54.4% Win
2.92% appear
43 games
53.5% Win
2.21% appear
38 games
47.4% Win
1.95% appear
34 games
64.7% Win
1.74% appear
33 games
57.6% Win
1.69% appear
33 games
78.8% Win
1.69% appear
30 games
56.7% Win
1.54% appear
27 games
70.4% Win
1.39% appear
26 games
34.6% Win
1.33% appear
26 games
73.1% Win
1.33% appear
23 games
47.8% Win
1.18% appear
23 games
60.9% Win
1.18% appear
20 games
35.0% Win
1.03% appear
19 games
36.8% Win
0.97% appear
17 games
41.2% Win
0.87% appear
16 games
56.2% Win
0.82% appear
14 games
50.0% Win
0.72% appear

Strong Partners

Pokemon that perform well with Aerodactyl
5 games
100.0% Win
0.26% appear
7 games
100.0% Win
0.36% appear
14 games
92.9% Win
0.72% appear
16 games
87.5% Win
0.82% appear
5 games
80.0% Win
0.26% appear
25 games
76.0% Win
1.28% appear
21 games
71.4% Win
1.08% appear
30 games
66.7% Win
1.54% appear
9 games
66.7% Win
0.46% appear
91 games
63.7% Win
4.67% appear

Challenging Partners

Pokemon that struggle with Aerodactyl
10 games
20.0% Win
0.51% appear
11 games
36.4% Win
0.56% appear
7 games
42.9% Win
0.36% appear
7 games
42.9% Win
0.36% appear
9 games
44.4% Win
0.46% appear
20 games
45.0% Win
1.03% appear
25 games
48.0% Win
1.28% appear
6 games
50.0% Win
0.31% appear
8 games
50.0% Win
0.41% appear
6 games
50.0% Win
0.31% appear

Favorable Matchups

Opponents Aerodactyl performs well against
5 games
100.0% Win
0.26% appear
9 games
88.9% Win
0.46% appear
8 games
87.5% Win
0.41% appear
33 games
78.8% Win
1.69% appear
26 games
73.1% Win
1.33% appear
27 games
70.4% Win
1.39% appear
10 games
70.0% Win
0.51% appear
6 games
66.7% Win
0.31% appear
9 games
66.7% Win
0.46% appear
34 games
64.7% Win
1.74% appear

Difficult Matchups

Opponents that challenge Aerodactyl
5 games
0.0% Win
0.26% appear
5 games
20.0% Win
0.26% appear
26 games
34.6% Win
1.33% appear
20 games
35.0% Win
1.03% appear
19 games
36.8% Win
0.97% appear
8 games
37.5% Win
0.41% appear
5 games
40.0% Win
0.26% appear
5 games
40.0% Win
0.26% appear
10 games
40.0% Win
0.51% appear
17 games
41.2% Win
0.87% appear