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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DiscraftJoyMidrange4/5/-1/1
Prodigy DiscM Model USMidrange4/5/-1/1

Joy vs M Model US

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

Key differences

Diameter21.3 vs 21.8 cm (-0.5)Rim width1.2 vs 1.3 cm (-0.1)PlasticsM Model US 9 vs Joy 0PriceM Model US is cheaper ($13.50 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftJoyMidrange
Prodigy DiscM Model USMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Joy
4
M Model US
4
GlideStays aloft
Joy
5
M Model US
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Joy
-1
M Model US
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Joy
1
M Model US
1
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Joy
Prodigy Disc
M Model US
Flight rating
4/5/-1/1
4/5/-1/1
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
60/100
60/100
Est. carry
270 ft
270 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.8 cm
Height
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
1.2 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
176 g
180 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$21.99
$8.49
The Verdict

Joy or M Model US?

The Joy and M Model US fly almost identically (4/5/-1/1). Go with the M Model US - it offers more plastic and weight options (9 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Joy: StableM Model US: Stable
Where to buy
Joy
$21.99
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Best price
M Model US
$8.49
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FAQ

Is the Joy or M Model US more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +0) - turn -1/-1, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Joy or M Model US?

Both rate the same for beginners (60/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Joy and M Model US?

The Joy and M Model US fly almost identically (4/5/-1/1). Go with the M Model US - it offers more plastic and weight options (9 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Joy or M Model US?

The M Model US is cheaper, starting around $8.49 vs $21.99.

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Discraft Joy vs Prodigy Disc M Model US: Flight Numbers Compared