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DiscraftArcherMidrange5/4/-4/1
Axiom DiscsParadoxMidrange5/4/-4/0

Archer vs Paradox

How Archer and Paradox compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeArcher 1 vs Paradox 0Diameter21.4 vs 21.5 cm (-0.1)Rim width1.2 vs 1.3 cm (-0.1)PlasticsArcher 16 vs Paradox 0PriceArcher is cheaper ($3.96 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftArcherMidrange
Axiom DiscsParadoxMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Archer
5
Paradox
5
GlideStays aloft
Archer
4
Paradox
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Archer
-4
Paradox
-4
FadeLow-speed hook
Archer
1
Paradox
0
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Archer
Axiom Discs
Paradox
Flight rating
5/4/-4/1
5/4/-4/0
Stability
Very understable (-3)
Very understable (-4)
Beginner score
70/100
74/100
Est. carry
282 ft
282 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Beginner
Beginner
Diameter
21.4 cm
21.5 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.2 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
176 g
178 g
Bead
Beaded
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$21.95
The Verdict

Archer or Paradox?

Main difference: fade (Archer 1 vs Paradox 0). The Archer fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Paradox finishes straighter.

Archer: Very understableParadox: Very understable
Where to buy
Best price
Archer
$17.99
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Paradox
$21.95
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FAQ

Is the Archer or Paradox more overstable?

The Archer is more overstable (stability -3 vs -4). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Archer or Paradox?

A beginner is better off with the Paradox (beginner score 74/100 vs 70/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Archer and Paradox?

Main difference: fade (Archer 1 vs Paradox 0). The Archer fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Paradox finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Archer or Paradox?

The Archer is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $21.95.

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Discraft Archer vs Axiom Discs Paradox: Flight Numbers Compared