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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DiscmaniaFD1Fairway Driver7/4/0/2
Mint DiscsAlphaFairway Driver8/4/0/2
FD1 vs Alpha
How FD1 and Alpha compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedFD1 7 vs Alpha 8Height1.7 vs 2.1 cm (-0.4)Rim width1.8 vs 2 cm (-0.2)PriceAlpha is cheaper ($4.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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DiscmaniaFD1Fairway Driver Mint DiscsAlphaFairway Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
7/4/0/2
8/4/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠
41/100
38/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill≠
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠7/4/0/2
StabilityOverstable (+2)
Beginner score≠41/100
Est. carry≠322 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth≠1.1 cm
Rim width≠1.8 cm
Max weight≠176 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$21.99
Flight rating≠8/4/0/2
StabilityOverstable (+2)
Beginner score≠38/100
Est. carry≠342 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth≠1.2 cm
Rim width≠2 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
FD1 or Alpha?
Main difference: speed (FD1 7 vs Alpha 8). The Alpha has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the FD1 is easier to control.
FD1: OverstableAlpha: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the FD1 or Alpha more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.
Should a beginner pick the FD1 or Alpha?
A beginner is better off with the FD1 (beginner score 41/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the FD1 and Alpha?
Main difference: speed (FD1 7 vs Alpha 8). The Alpha has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the FD1 is easier to control.
Which is cheaper, the FD1 or Alpha?
The Alpha is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $21.99.
