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Doomsday DiscsPlagueDistance Driver12/5/-1/2.5
Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver12/5/-0.5/2.5

Plague vs Illusion

How Plague and Illusion compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnPlague -1 vs Illusion -0.5Diameter21.1 vs 21.4 cm (-0.3)Height1.8 vs 1.5 cm (+0.3)Rim width2.2 vs 2.1 cm (+0.1)PlasticsPlague 14 vs Illusion 9PricePlague is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Doomsday DiscsPlagueDistance Driver
Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Plague
12
Illusion
12
GlideStays aloft
Plague
5
Illusion
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Plague
-1
Illusion
-0.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Plague
2.5
Illusion
2.5
Specifications
Spec
Doomsday Discs
Plague
Gateway Disc Sports
Illusion
Flight rating
12/5/-1/2.5
12/5/-0.5/2.5
Stability
Stable (+1.5)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
31/100
29/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.4 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
2.1 cm
Max weight
180 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Plague or Illusion?

Main difference: turn (Plague -1 vs Illusion -0.5). The Plague turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Illusion resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Plague: StableIllusion: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Plague
$11.99
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Illusion
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Plague or Illusion more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Plague or Illusion?

A beginner is better off with the Plague (beginner score 31/100 vs 29/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Plague and Illusion?

Main difference: turn (Plague -1 vs Illusion -0.5). The Plague turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Illusion resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Plague or Illusion?

The Plague is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $15.99.

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