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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DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver11/5/-2/2
MVP Disc SportsWaveDistance Driver11/5/-2/2

Surge SS vs Wave

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

Key differences

Height1.6 vs 1.4 cm (+0.2)Rim width2.1 vs 2.2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsWave 14 vs Surge SS 11AvailabilityWave is on Amazon; Surge SS is notPriceWave is cheaper ($0.04 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver
MVP Disc SportsWaveDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Surge SS
11
Wave
11
GlideStays aloft
Surge SS
5
Wave
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Surge SS
-2
Wave
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Surge SS
2
Wave
2
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Surge SS
MVP Disc Sports
Wave
Flight rating
11/5/-2/2
11/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
41/100
41/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate
Intermediate
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
173 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Yes
Price from
$17.99
$17.95
The Verdict

Surge SS or Wave?

The Surge SS and Wave fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Go with the Wave - it offers more plastic and weight options (14 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Surge SS: UnderstableWave: Understable
Where to buy
Surge SS
$17.99
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Best price
Wave
$17.95

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FAQ

Is the Surge SS or Wave more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +0) - turn -2/-2, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Surge SS or Wave?

Both rate the same for beginners (41/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Surge SS and Wave?

The Surge SS and Wave fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Go with the Wave - it offers more plastic and weight options (14 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Surge SS or Wave?

The Wave is cheaper, starting around $17.95 vs $17.99.

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Discraft Surge SS vs MVP Disc Sports Wave: Flight Numbers Compare