What are the best riding Pokémon? We truly believe that there is Pokémon horse for all the budding Pokémon players out there, and we can lend a hand you find one. From flaming manes, pointy horns, to wild stallions, these incredible creatures stand out from the herd of over 1,000 Pokémon.
Need more Pokémon tips? Be sure to check out our picks for the best dog, monkey, cat, bird, and rabbit Pokémon. And if you want to get really nerdy, because of course you do, check out our picks for the best Pokémon of Gen 2, Gen 1, Gen 3, and Gen 8.
Here are the best horse Pokémon:
Ponyta and Rapidash
You’ll no doubt recognize characters like Ponyta and Rapidash if you grew up with classics like Pokémon Red and Blue (or Green in Japan). This iconic first-generation Pokémon duo received a fresh makeover when the eighth generation of Pokémon arrived, giving players a fresh type to play with as well.
In Kanto, Ponyta and Rapidash rank 77th and 78th respectively in the Pokédex – not bad at all. When Ponyta is born, it can barely stand, but it grows stronger by galloping persistently, and its hooves can trample anything. That’s real power. Meanwhile, Rapidash is one of the most competitive Pokémon, galloping at speeds of close to 150 miles per hour (approx. 241 km/h).
If you need lend a hand defeating this evolutionary line in battle, check out our Fire-type Pokémon weaknesses guide for the original Ponyta and Rhapidash, and check out our Psychic-type Pokémon weaknesses guide for the Galar variant.
Mudbray and Mudsdale
The wait for the next legendary horse pack has been long, but hey, it was worth it. Mudsdale is a true champion, with a powerful 125 attack and a stab boost that will surely knock any Electric or Fire Pokémon out frigid. We don’t recommend getting in Mudsdale’s way.
Mudbray may seem cuter, but this Generation 7 Pokémon is a beast, and finding it in the wild zone of Pokémon Sword and Shield can lend a hand you get started on your adventure. Just make sure you let it run wild in the mud every now and then; this creature loves playing in the mud—it even eats it. You shouldn’t do that, though.
If you need lend a hand taming these horses, check out our Ground-type Pokémon weaknesses guide.
Keldeo
Our first legendary horse, or unicorn if you ask some due to the gigantic horn on its head, is Keldeo. As the de facto leader of Swords of Justice, Keldeo poses a threat to any team, with a diverse move pool, speed, and special attack stats that make it something of a potential sweeper. Keldeo’s potential as a water/fighting hybrid opens up countless possibilities for super-effective ones.
This horse is so majestic that it can even glide across water. I wish I could do that. You never know where it might show up, trying to further strengthen itself through training.
If you need lend a hand defeating this Generation 5 Pokémon, check out our guides on Pokémon weaknesses in battle and Water-type Pokémon weaknesses .
Blitzle and Zebstrika
Are these two horses Pokémon? Well, that’s a topic for another day. Blitzle and Zebstrika are pretty close, considering they’re both Zebra Pokémon. Look, if we’re being forthright, they don’t exactly set the world on fire in terms of design, but as a pair they give us an idea of what a future Pokémon Safari game could look like.
Honestly, we are on a trek through the Savannah, looking across the plains at those galloping ‘mon. In addition, we will probably see Girfafarig and Donphan.
A fun fact about Blitzle is that it flashes its mane to communicate with other Blitzles, which is so adorable that I almost don’t notice the uncomplicated design… almost. Meanwhile, Zebstrika can make you think a storm is coming when it’s really just that zebra running at full speed.
To tame these free spirits, check out our guide on Electric-type Pokémon weaknesses.
Stantler and Wyrdeer
For years, Stantler was probably one of the most monotonous Gen 2 Pokémon in the entire lineup, being a Normal-type with no moves or abilities to write home about. Then came Pokémon Legends’ Arceus, along with Wydreer, a fresh Normal/Psychic hybrid that acts as a way to defeat Hisui on land.
Sure, we haven’t seen Wydeer in a competitive setting yet, as the PLA doesn’t utilize any online battling features, but we know it from its iconic status as a mystical deer from the mountains of venerable Sinnoh (and it’s similar enough to a horse Pokémon, right?).
To defeat Stantler and Wyrdeer, check out our regular Pokémon weaknesses guide.
Glastrier and Spectrier
The eighth generation apparently looked at Keldeo and said, “you know what’s better than one legendary horse Pokémon? Two legendary horse Pokémon!” And they’re not wrong.
With the latest DLC pack for Pokémon Sword and Shield, Glastrier and Spectrier add a touch of nobility to the Isle of Armor, as well as seriously shake up the competitive meta. This is especially true for Glastrie, an Ice-type that leaves Dragon-type users shivering in its wake. Spectrier, unfortunately, is a bit of a glass cannon when it comes to combat, but it still has a pretty spooky mane, and we have to respect that.
To defeat Glastrier, check out our guide on Ice-type Pokémon weaknesses, then check out our article on Ghost-type Pokémon weaknesses to defeat Spectrier.
Here are our picks for the best horse Pokémon. While you’re here, learn more about other creatures with our guides to Gloom evolution , Munchlax evolution , Ralts evolution , Cetoddle evolution , and Scyther evolution .
