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DiscmaniaEssenceFairway Driver8/6/-2/1
Lone Star DiscThe DomeFairway Driver8/6/-3/1

Essence vs The Dome

How Essence and The Dome compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnEssence -2 vs The Dome -3Diameter21 vs 21.1 cm (-0.1)PriceEssence is cheaper ($5.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscmaniaEssenceFairway Driver
Lone Star DiscThe DomeFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Essence
8
The Dome
8
GlideStays aloft
Essence
6
The Dome
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Essence
-2
The Dome
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Essence
1
The Dome
1
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
Essence
Lone Star Disc
The Dome
Flight rating
8/6/-2/1
8/6/-3/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Very understable (-2)
Beginner score
56/100
61/100
Est. carry
358 ft
358 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Beginner, Everyone
Diameter
21 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.8 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
174 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$12.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Essence or The Dome?

Main difference: turn (Essence -2 vs The Dome -3). The The Dome turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Essence resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Essence: UnderstableThe Dome: Very understable
Where to buy
Best price
Essence
$12.99
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The Dome
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Essence or The Dome more overstable?

The Essence is more overstable (stability -1 vs -2). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Essence or The Dome?

A beginner is better off with the The Dome (beginner score 61/100 vs 56/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Essence and The Dome?

Main difference: turn (Essence -2 vs The Dome -3). The The Dome turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Essence resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Essence or The Dome?

The Essence is cheaper, starting around $12.99 vs $17.99.

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Discmania Essence vs Lone Star Disc The Dome: Flight Numbers Comp