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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DiscraftRaptorFairway Driver9/4/0/3
X-COMAriFairway Driver9/4/0/3

Raptor vs Ari

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

Key differences

Diameter21.3 vs 21.2 cm (+0.1)PlasticsRaptor 40 vs Ari 0PriceRaptor is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftRaptorFairway Driver
X-COMAriFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Raptor
9
Ari
9
GlideStays aloft
Raptor
4
Ari
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Raptor
0
Ari
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Raptor
3
Ari
3
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Raptor
X-COM
Ari
Flight rating
9/4/0/3
9/4/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
31/100
31/100
Est. carry
362 ft
362 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
174 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$14.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Raptor or Ari?

The Raptor and Ari fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Go with the Raptor - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Raptor: Very overstableAri: Very overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Raptor
$14.99
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Ari
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Raptor or Ari more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Raptor or Ari?

Both rate the same for beginners (31/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Raptor and Ari?

The Raptor and Ari fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Go with the Raptor - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Raptor or Ari?

The Raptor is cheaper, starting around $14.99 vs $15.99.

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