Defense Rankings
Complete tier list of all 1,000 Pokemon ranked by Defense
Complete Defense Rankings
| Rank | Pokemon | Defense |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Shuckle | 230 |
| #2 | Stakataka | 211 |
| #3 | Regirock | 200 |
| #4 | Steelix | 200 |
| #5 | Avalugg | 184 |
| #6 | Aggron | 180 |
| #7 | Cloyster | 180 |
| #8 | Bastiodon | 168 |
| #9 | Onix | 160 |
| #10 | Toxapex | 152 |
| #11 | Carbink | 150 |
| #12 | Diancie | 150 |
| #13 | Doublade | 150 |
| #14 | Registeel | 150 |
| #15 | Cofagrigus | 145 |
| #16 | Orthworm | 145 |
| #17 | Probopass | 145 |
| #18 | Runerigus | 145 |
| #19 | Melmetal | 143 |
| #20 | Aegislash Shield | 140 |
| #21 | Forretress | 140 |
| #22 | Golisopod | 140 |
| #23 | Groudon | 140 |
| #24 | Lairon | 140 |
| #25 | Skarmory | 140 |
About Defense in Pokemon
Defense reduces damage taken from physical attacks. Pokemon with high Defense are often used as physical walls, capable of absorbing hits from powerful physical attackers. Combined with high HP, these Pokemon can stall opponents and support their team.