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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DiscmaniaEssenceFairway Driver8/6/-2/1
Doomsday DiscsBlackoutFairway Driver8/5/-2/1
Essence vs Blackout
How Essence and Blackout compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlideEssence 6 vs Blackout 5Diameter21 vs 21.2 cm (-0.2)PlasticsBlackout 10 vs Essence 0PriceBlackout is cheaper ($1.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
8/6/-2/1
8/5/-2/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score≠
56/100
54/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Beginner, Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠8/6/-2/1
StabilityUnderstable (-1)
Beginner score≠56/100
Est. carry≠358 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter≠21 cm
Height≠1.8 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠1.8 cm
Max weight≠174 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$12.99
Flight rating≠8/5/-2/1
StabilityUnderstable (-1)
Beginner score≠54/100
Est. carry≠350 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Beginner, Everyone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠1.9 cm
Max weight≠176 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠10
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$11.99
The Verdict
Essence or Blackout?
Main difference: glide (Essence 6 vs Blackout 5). The Essence floats and carries farther; the Blackout holds its line better in wind.
Essence: UnderstableBlackout: Understable
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FAQ
Is the Essence or Blackout more overstable?
They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -2/-2, fade 1/1.
Should a beginner pick the Essence or Blackout?
A beginner is better off with the Essence (beginner score 56/100 vs 54/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Essence and Blackout?
Main difference: glide (Essence 6 vs Blackout 5). The Essence floats and carries farther; the Blackout holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the Essence or Blackout?
The Blackout is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $12.99.
