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Axiom DiscsDefyDistance Driver11/5/-1/3
MVP Disc SportsPhotonDistance Driver11/5/-1/2.5

Defy vs Photon

How Defy and Photon compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeDefy 3 vs Photon 2.5Height1.5 vs 1.4 cm (+0.1)PlasticsPhoton 10 vs Defy 0AvailabilityPhoton is on Amazon; Defy is notPricePhoton is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Axiom DiscsDefyDistance Driver
MVP Disc SportsPhotonDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Defy
11
Photon
11
GlideStays aloft
Defy
5
Photon
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Defy
-1
Photon
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Defy
3
Photon
2.5
Specifications
Spec
Axiom Discs
Defy
MVP Disc Sports
Photon
Flight rating
11/5/-1/3
11/5/-1/2.5
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Stable (+1.5)
Beginner score
32/100
34/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate
Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Yes
Price from
$20.95
$18.95
The Verdict

Defy or Photon?

Main difference: fade (Defy 3 vs Photon 2.5). The Defy fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Photon finishes straighter.

Defy: OverstablePhoton: Stable
Where to buy
Defy
$20.95
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Best price
Photon
$18.95

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FAQ

Is the Defy or Photon more overstable?

The Defy is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Defy or Photon?

A beginner is better off with the Photon (beginner score 34/100 vs 32/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Defy and Photon?

Main difference: fade (Defy 3 vs Photon 2.5). The Defy fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Photon finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Defy or Photon?

The Photon is cheaper, starting around $18.95 vs $20.95.

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Axiom Discs Defy vs MVP Disc Sports Photon: Flight Numbers Compar