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DiscraftSurgeDistance Driver11/5/-1/3

MVP Disc SportsPhotonDistance Driver11/5/-1/2.5

Surge vs Photon

How Surge and Photon compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeSurge 3 vs Photon 2.5Height1.6 vs 1.4 cm (+0.2)PlasticsSurge 19 vs Photon 10AvailabilityPhoton is on Amazon; Surge is notPricePhoton is cheaper ($1.04 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftSurgeDistance Driver

MVP Disc SportsPhotonDistance Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Surge

Photon

GlideStays aloft

Surge

Photon

TurnHigh-speed bend

Surge

-1

Photon

-1

FadeLow-speed hook

Surge

Photon

2.5

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Discraft

Surge

MVP Disc Sports

Photon

Flight rating≠

11/5/-1/3

11/5/-1/2.5

Stability≠

Overstable (+2)

Stable (+1.5)

Beginner score≠

32/100

34/100

Est. carry

410 ft

Type

Distance Driver

Recommended skill≠

Intermediate, Advanced

Advanced

Diameter

21.1 cm

Height≠

1.6 cm

1.4 cm

Rim depth≠

1.2 cm

1.1 cm

Rim width

2.2 cm

Max weight≠

173 g

175 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

19view on disc page →

10view on disc page →

PDGA Approved

Yes

On Amazon≠

Not on Amazon

Yes

Price from≠

$19.99

$18.95

The Verdict

Surge or Photon?

Main difference: fade (Surge 3 vs Photon 2.5). The Surge fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Photon finishes straighter.

Surge: OverstablePhoton: Stable

Where to buy

Surge

$19.99

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Best price

Photon

$18.95

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FAQ

Is the Surge or Photon more overstable?

The Surge is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Surge or Photon?

A beginner is better off with the Photon (beginner score 34/100 vs 32/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Surge and Photon?

Main difference: fade (Surge 3 vs Photon 2.5). The Surge fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Photon finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Surge or Photon?

The Photon is cheaper, starting around $18.95 vs $19.99.

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