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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DiscmaniaMD5Midrange5/3/0/4
InnovaCaimanMidrange5.5/2/0/4
MD5 vs Caiman
How MD5 and Caiman compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedMD5 5 vs Caiman 5.5GlideMD5 3 vs Caiman 2Height2 vs 1.7 cm (+0.3)Rim width1.5 vs 1.4 cm (+0.1)PriceCaiman is cheaper ($4.00 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≠
5/3/0/4
5.5/2/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+4)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score≠
36/100
33/100
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Advanced, Everyone
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Flight rating≠5/3/0/4
StabilityVery overstable (+4)
Beginner score≠36/100
Est. carry≠274 ft
TypeMidrange
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth≠1.3 cm
Rim width≠1.5 cm
Max weight≠176 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$21.99
Flight rating≠5.5/2/0/4
StabilityVery overstable (+4)
Beginner score≠33/100
Est. carry≠276 ft
TypeMidrange
Recommended skill≠Advanced, Everyone
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth≠1.4 cm
Rim width≠1.4 cm
Max weight≠173 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
MD5 or Caiman?
Main difference: glide (MD5 3 vs Caiman 2). The MD5 floats and carries farther; the Caiman holds its line better in wind.
MD5: Very overstableCaiman: Very overstable
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FAQ
Is the MD5 or Caiman more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +4) - turn 0/0, fade 4/4.
Should a beginner pick the MD5 or Caiman?
A beginner is better off with the MD5 (beginner score 36/100 vs 33/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the MD5 and Caiman?
Main difference: glide (MD5 3 vs Caiman 2). The MD5 floats and carries farther; the Caiman holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the MD5 or Caiman?
The Caiman is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $21.99.
