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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DiscmaniaMentorDistance Driver11/5/-2/2
MVP Disc SportsWaveDistance Driver11/5/-2/2

Mentor vs Wave

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

Key differences

Height1.8 vs 1.4 cm (+0.4)Rim width2.1 vs 2.2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsWave 14 vs Mentor 0AvailabilityWave is on Amazon; Mentor is notPriceMentor is cheaper ($8.96 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscmaniaMentorDistance Driver
MVP Disc SportsWaveDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Mentor
11
Wave
11
GlideStays aloft
Mentor
5
Wave
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Mentor
-2
Wave
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Mentor
2
Wave
2
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
Mentor
MVP Disc Sports
Wave
Flight rating
11/5/-2/2
11/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
41/100
41/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Yes
Price from
$8.99
$17.95
The Verdict

Mentor or Wave?

The Mentor and Wave fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Choose the Wave for far more plastic and weight options (14 blends) and easier availability; choose the Mentor to spend less.

Mentor: UnderstableWave: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Mentor
$8.99
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Wave
$17.95

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FAQ

Is the Mentor or Wave more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +0) - turn -2/-2, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Mentor or Wave?

Both rate the same for beginners (41/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Mentor and Wave?

The Mentor and Wave fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Choose the Wave for far more plastic and weight options (14 blends) and easier availability; choose the Mentor to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Mentor or Wave?

The Mentor is cheaper, starting around $8.99 vs $17.95.

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Discmania Mentor vs MVP Disc Sports Wave: Flight Numbers Compared