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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DiscraftCycloneFairway Driver7/4/-1/2
Launch Disc GolfCipherFairway Driver8/4/-1/2
Cyclone vs Cipher
How Cyclone and Cipher compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedCyclone 7 vs Cipher 8Diameter21.3 vs 21.6 cm (-0.3)Rim width1.6 vs 1.8 cm (-0.2)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Launch Disc GolfCipherFairway DriverOut of Production Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
7/4/-1/2
8/4/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score≠
46/100
43/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status≠
In production
Out of production
Price from≠
$24.99
Not listed
Flight rating≠7/4/-1/2
StabilityStable (+1)
Beginner score≠46/100
Est. carry≠322 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height1.8 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠1.6 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠In production
Price from≠$24.99
Flight rating≠8/4/-1/2
StabilityStable (+1)
Beginner score≠43/100
Est. carry≠342 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter≠21.6 cm
Height1.8 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠1.8 cm
Max weight≠179.3 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠Out of production
Price from≠Not listed
The Verdict
Cyclone or Cipher?
Main difference: speed (Cyclone 7 vs Cipher 8). The Cipher has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Cyclone is easier to control.
Cyclone: StableCipher: Stable
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FAQ
Is the Cyclone or Cipher more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +1) - turn -1/-1, fade 2/2.
Should a beginner pick the Cyclone or Cipher?
A beginner is better off with the Cyclone (beginner score 46/100 vs 43/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Cyclone and Cipher?
Main difference: speed (Cyclone 7 vs Cipher 8). The Cipher has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Cyclone is easier to control.
