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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Dynamic DiscsGuardPutt & Approach2/5/0/0.5
Streamline DiscsPilotPutt & Approach2/5/0/1
Guard vs Pilot
How Guard and Pilot compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadeGuard 0.5 vs Pilot 1Diameter21 vs 21.2 cm (-0.2)Height2.1 vs 1.9 cm (+0.2)PlasticsPilot 21 vs Guard 12PricePilot is cheaper ($0.04 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Dynamic DiscsGuardPutt & Approach Streamline DiscsPilotPutt & Approach Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
2/5/0/0.5
2/5/0/1
Stability≠
Stable (+0.5)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠
63/100
61/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠2/5/0/0.5
Stability≠Stable (+0.5)
Beginner score≠63/100
Est. carry230 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth≠1.6 cm
Rim width≠0.9 cm
Max weight≠174 g
Bead≠Beadless
Plastics≠12
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$10.99
Flight rating≠2/5/0/1
Stability≠Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠61/100
Est. carry230 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth≠1.5 cm
Rim width≠1 cm
Max weight≠175 g
Bead≠Beaded
Plastics≠21
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$10.95
The Verdict
Guard or Pilot?
Main difference: fade (Guard 0.5 vs Pilot 1). The Pilot fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Guard finishes straighter.
Guard: StablePilot: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Guard or Pilot more overstable?
The Pilot is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0.5). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Guard or Pilot?
A beginner is better off with the Guard (beginner score 63/100 vs 61/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Guard and Pilot?
Main difference: fade (Guard 0.5 vs Pilot 1). The Pilot fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Guard finishes straighter.
Which is cheaper, the Guard or Pilot?
The Pilot is cheaper, starting around $10.95 vs $10.99.
