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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DiscmaniaMDMidrange4/5/0/0
X-COMGemMidrange5/5/0/0
MD vs Gem
How MD and Gem compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedMD 4 vs Gem 5Diameter21.8 vs 21.3 cm (+0.5)Height2.1 vs 2 cm (+0.1)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
DiscmaniaMDMidrangeOut of Production Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
4/5/0/0
5/5/0/0
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score≠
59/100
56/100
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status≠
Out of production
In production
Price from≠
Not listed
$16.99
Flight rating≠4/5/0/0
StabilityStable (+0)
Beginner score≠59/100
Est. carry≠270 ft
TypeMidrange
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.8 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth≠1.4 cm
Rim width≠1.4 cm
Max weight≠180.9 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠Out of production
Price from≠Not listed
Flight rating≠5/5/0/0
StabilityStable (+0)
Beginner score≠56/100
Est. carry≠290 ft
TypeMidrange
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth≠1.3 cm
Rim width≠1.3 cm
Max weight≠174 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠In production
Price from≠$16.99
The Verdict
MD or Gem?
Main difference: speed (MD 4 vs Gem 5). The Gem has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the MD is easier to control.
MD: StableGem: Stable
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FAQ
Is the MD or Gem more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +0) - turn 0/0, fade 0/0.
Should a beginner pick the MD or Gem?
A beginner is better off with the MD (beginner score 59/100 vs 56/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the MD and Gem?
Main difference: speed (MD 4 vs Gem 5). The Gem has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the MD is easier to control.
