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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Essential DiscsBreathMidrange5/6/-2/1
Above Ground LevelJuniperMidrange5/6/-2/1

Breath vs Juniper

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

Key differences

Diameter21.4 vs 21.7 cm (-0.3)PriceBreath is cheaper ($3.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Essential DiscsBreathMidrange
Above Ground LevelJuniperMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Breath
5
Juniper
5
GlideStays aloft
Breath
6
Juniper
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Breath
-2
Juniper
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Breath
1
Juniper
1
Specifications
Spec
Essential Discs
Breath
Above Ground Level
Juniper
Flight rating
5/6/-2/1
5/6/-2/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
65/100
65/100
Est. carry
298 ft
298 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.4 cm
21.7 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight
178 g
180 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$19.99
$22.99
The Verdict

Breath or Juniper?

The Breath and Juniper fly almost identically (5/6/-2/1). Go with the Breath - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Breath: UnderstableJuniper: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Breath
$19.99
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Juniper
$22.99
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FAQ

Is the Breath or Juniper more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -2/-2, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Breath or Juniper?

Both rate the same for beginners (65/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Breath and Juniper?

The Breath and Juniper fly almost identically (5/6/-2/1). Go with the Breath - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Breath or Juniper?

The Breath is cheaper, starting around $19.99 vs $22.99.

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Essential Discs Breath vs Above Ground Level Juniper: Flight Numb