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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DiscraftSwarmMidrange5/3/0/4
DiscmaniaMD5Midrange5/3/0/4

Swarm vs MD5

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

Key differences

Diameter21.7 vs 21.2 cm (+0.5)Height1.6 vs 2 cm (-0.4)Rim width1.3 vs 1.5 cm (-0.2)PlasticsSwarm 14 vs MD5 0PriceSwarm is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftSwarmMidrange
DiscmaniaMD5Midrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Swarm
5
MD5
5
GlideStays aloft
Swarm
3
MD5
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Swarm
0
MD5
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Swarm
4
MD5
4
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Swarm
Discmania
MD5
Flight rating
5/3/0/4
5/3/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+4)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score
36/100
36/100
Est. carry
274 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.7 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.6 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.3 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight
177 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$21.99
The Verdict

Swarm or MD5?

The Swarm and MD5 fly almost identically (5/3/0/4). Go with the Swarm - it offers more plastic and weight options (14 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Swarm: Very overstableMD5: Very overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Swarm
$17.99
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MD5
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Swarm or MD5 more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +4) - turn 0/0, fade 4/4.

Should a beginner pick the Swarm or MD5?

Both rate the same for beginners (36/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Swarm and MD5?

The Swarm and MD5 fly almost identically (5/3/0/4). Go with the Swarm - it offers more plastic and weight options (14 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Swarm or MD5?

The Swarm is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $21.99.

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Discraft Swarm vs Discmania MD5: Flight Numbers Compared