Compare Disc Golf Discs

Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

Build your comparison2 of 4 discs · ready

Above Ground LevelElmFairway Driver9/4/0/3

X-COMAquilaFairway Driver9/4/0/3

Elm vs Aquila

These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Height1.5 vs 1.8 cm (-0.3)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

Tap to show / hide

Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Picks that share flight numbers are nudged apart so each one is visible. Estimated from flight numbers.

Above Ground LevelElmFairway Driver

X-COMAquilaFairway Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Elm

Aquila

GlideStays aloft

Elm

Aquila

TurnHigh-speed bend

Elm

Aquila

FadeLow-speed hook

Elm

Aquila

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Above Ground Level

Elm

X-COM

Aquila

Flight rating

9/4/0/3

Stability

Very overstable (+3)

Beginner score

31/100

Est. carry

362 ft

Type

Fairway Driver

Recommended skill≠

Everyone

Advanced

Diameter

21.2 cm

Height≠

1.5 cm

1.8 cm

Rim depth

1.1 cm

Rim width

1.9 cm

Max weight≠

173 g

176 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics

PDGA Approved

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Price from≠

$21.99

Not listed

The Verdict

Elm or Aquila?

The Elm and Aquila fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Go with the Elm - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Elm: Very overstableAquila: Very overstable

Where to buy

Elm

$21.99

Buy atAffiliate link

Aquila

See retailer

Buy atAffiliate link

We earn a commission on purchases through these links, at no cost to you. Affiliate disclosure.

FAQ

Is the Elm or Aquila more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Elm or Aquila?

Both rate the same for beginners (31/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Elm and Aquila?

The Elm and Aquila fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Go with the Elm - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

View each disc