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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DiscraftThrasherDistance Driver12/5/-3/2
Lone Star DiscGrowlerDistance Driver12/6/-3/2
Thrasher vs Growler
How Thrasher and Growler compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlideThrasher 5 vs Growler 6Height1.5 vs 1.8 cm (-0.3)PlasticsThrasher 19 vs Growler 0PriceThrasher is cheaper ($3.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Lone Star DiscGrowlerDistance Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
12/5/-3/2
12/6/-3/2
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score≠
43/100
46/100
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
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Flight rating≠12/5/-3/2
StabilityUnderstable (-1)
Beginner score≠43/100
Est. carry≠430 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.5 cm
Rim depth1.1 cm
Rim width≠2.2 cm
Max weight175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠19
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$14.99
Flight rating≠12/6/-3/2
StabilityUnderstable (-1)
Beginner score≠46/100
Est. carry≠438 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.8 cm
Rim depth1.1 cm
Rim width≠2.3 cm
Max weight175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
Thrasher or Growler?
Main difference: glide (Thrasher 5 vs Growler 6). The Growler floats and carries farther; the Thrasher holds its line better in wind.
Thrasher: UnderstableGrowler: Understable
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FAQ
Is the Thrasher or Growler more overstable?
They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -3/-3, fade 2/2.
Should a beginner pick the Thrasher or Growler?
A beginner is better off with the Growler (beginner score 46/100 vs 43/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Thrasher and Growler?
Main difference: glide (Thrasher 5 vs Growler 6). The Growler floats and carries farther; the Thrasher holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the Thrasher or Growler?
The Thrasher is cheaper, starting around $14.99 vs $17.99.
