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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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DiscmaniaFD3Fairway Driver9/4/0/3
X-COMAriFairway Driver9/4/0/3

FD3 vs Ari

These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.3 vs 21.2 cm (+0.1)Height1.7 vs 1.9 cm (-0.2)Rim width2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)PlasticsFD3 18 vs Ari 0PriceAri is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscmaniaFD3Fairway Driver
X-COMAriFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
FD3
9
Ari
9
GlideStays aloft
FD3
4
Ari
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
FD3
0
Ari
0
FadeLow-speed hook
FD3
3
Ari
3
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
FD3
X-COM
Ari
Flight rating
9/4/0/3
9/4/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
31/100
31/100
Est. carry
362 ft
362 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.3 cm
21.2 cm
Height≠
1.7 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth≠
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width≠
2 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight≠
176 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
18view on disc page →
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$17.99
$15.99
The Verdict

FD3 or Ari?

The FD3 and Ari fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Choose the FD3 for far more plastic and weight options (18 blends) and easier availability; choose the Ari to spend less.

FD3: Very overstableAri: Very overstable
Where to buy
FD3
$17.99
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Best price
Ari
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the FD3 or Ari more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the FD3 or Ari?

Both rate the same for beginners (31/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the FD3 and Ari?

The FD3 and Ari fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Choose the FD3 for far more plastic and weight options (18 blends) and easier availability; choose the Ari to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the FD3 or Ari?

The Ari is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $17.99.

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Discmania FD3
Discmania
FD3
9 / 4 / 0 / 3
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X-COM Ari
X-COM
Ari
9 / 4 / 0 / 3
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Discmania FD3 vs X-COM Ari: Flight Numbers Compared