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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DaredevilMerlinDistance Driver14/5/-1/4
Westside DiscsKingDistance Driver14/5/-1.5/3
Merlin vs King
How Merlin and King compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
TurnMerlin -1 vs King -1.5FadeMerlin 4 vs King 3Diameter21 vs 21.1 cm (-0.1)Height1.7 vs 1.9 cm (-0.2)PlasticsKing 26 vs Merlin 0
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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DaredevilMerlinDistance Driver Westside DiscsKingDistance Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
14/5/-1/4
14/5/-1.5/3
Stability≠
Overstable (+3)
Stable (+1.5)
Beginner score≠
20/100
26/100
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
Not listed
$10.99
Flight rating≠14/5/-1/4
Stability≠Overstable (+3)
Beginner score≠20/100
Est. carry470 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth1.1 cm
Rim width2.3 cm
Max weight≠173 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠Not listed
Flight rating≠14/5/-1.5/3
Stability≠Stable (+1.5)
Beginner score≠26/100
Est. carry470 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth1.1 cm
Rim width2.3 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠26
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$10.99
The Verdict
Merlin or King?
Main difference: fade (Merlin 4 vs King 3). The Merlin fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the King finishes straighter.
Merlin: OverstableKing: Stable
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FAQ
Is the Merlin or King more overstable?
The Merlin is more overstable (stability +3 vs +1.5). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Merlin or King?
A beginner is better off with the King (beginner score 26/100 vs 20/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Merlin and King?
Main difference: fade (Merlin 4 vs King 3). The Merlin fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the King finishes straighter.
