Compare Disc Golf Discs
Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.
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Alfa DiscsCosmicFairway Driver8/6/0/2
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2
Cosmic vs Rain
How Cosmic and Rain compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlideCosmic 6 vs Rain 5Diameter21.2 vs 21.3 cm (-0.1)Height2 vs 1.7 cm (+0.3)PriceCosmic is cheaper ($2.09 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Alfa DiscsCosmicFairway Driver Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
8/6/0/2
8/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠
42/100
40/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠8/6/0/2
StabilityOverstable (+2)
Beginner score≠42/100
Est. carry≠358 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$19.90
Flight rating≠8/5/0/2
StabilityOverstable (+2)
Beginner score≠40/100
Est. carry≠350 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠164 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$21.99
The Verdict
Cosmic or Rain?
Main difference: glide (Cosmic 6 vs Rain 5). The Cosmic floats and carries farther; the Rain holds its line better in wind.
Cosmic: OverstableRain: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Cosmic or Rain more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.
Should a beginner pick the Cosmic or Rain?
A beginner is better off with the Cosmic (beginner score 42/100 vs 40/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Cosmic and Rain?
Main difference: glide (Cosmic 6 vs Rain 5). The Cosmic floats and carries farther; the Rain holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the Cosmic or Rain?
The Cosmic is cheaper, starting around $19.90 vs $21.99.
