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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Dino DiscsPterodactylFairway Driver9/5/-3/1
DiscraftHeatFairway Driver9/6/-3/1
Pterodactyl vs Heat
How Pterodactyl and Heat compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlidePterodactyl 5 vs Heat 6Height2 vs 2.1 cm (-0.1)PlasticsHeat 40 vs Pterodactyl 0PriceHeat is cheaper ($3.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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DiscraftHeatFairway Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
9/5/-3/1
9/6/-3/1
Stability
Very understable (-2)
Very understable (-2)
Beginner score≠
56/100
58/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner
Beginner
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠9/5/-3/1
StabilityVery understable (-2)
Beginner score≠56/100
Est. carry≠370 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillBeginner
Diameter21.1 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth≠1.1 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠129 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$14.99
Flight rating≠9/6/-3/1
StabilityVery understable (-2)
Beginner score≠58/100
Est. carry≠378 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillBeginner
Diameter21.1 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth≠1.2 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠177 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠40
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$11.99
The Verdict
Pterodactyl or Heat?
Main difference: glide (Pterodactyl 5 vs Heat 6). The Heat floats and carries farther; the Pterodactyl holds its line better in wind.
Pterodactyl: Very understableHeat: Very understable
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FAQ
Is the Pterodactyl or Heat more overstable?
They are equally stable (both -2) - turn -3/-3, fade 1/1.
Should a beginner pick the Pterodactyl or Heat?
A beginner is better off with the Heat (beginner score 58/100 vs 56/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Pterodactyl and Heat?
Main difference: glide (Pterodactyl 5 vs Heat 6). The Heat floats and carries farther; the Pterodactyl holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the Pterodactyl or Heat?
The Heat is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $14.99.
