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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Birdie Disc Golf SupplyWeaponFairway Driver8/5/0/2.5
DiscraftXSFairway Driver8/5/0/3

Weapon vs XS

How Weapon and XS compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeWeapon 2.5 vs XS 3Height1.4 vs 1.8 cm (-0.4)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Birdie Disc Golf SupplyWeaponFairway Driver
DiscraftXSFairway DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Weapon
8
XS
8
GlideStays aloft
Weapon
5
XS
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Weapon
0
XS
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Weapon
2.5
XS
3
Specifications
Spec
Birdie Disc Golf Supply
Weapon
Discraft
XS
Flight rating
8/5/0/2.5
8/5/0/3
Stability
Overstable (+2.5)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
38/100
36/100
Est. carry
350 ft
350 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Not listed
Beginner, Intermediate
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.4 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
175 g
175.1 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
In production
Out of production
Price from
Not listed
Not listed
The Verdict

Weapon or XS?

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

Weapon: OverstableXS: Very overstable
Where to buy
Weapon
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XS
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Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Weapon or XS more overstable?

The XS is more overstable (stability +3 vs +2.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Weapon or XS?

A beginner is better off with the Weapon (beginner score 38/100 vs 36/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Weapon and XS?

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

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Birdie Disc Golf Supply Weapon vs Discraft XS: Flight Numbers Com