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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Finish Line DiscsTorqueFairway Driver8/4/0/2.5
Mint DiscsAlphaFairway Driver8/4/0/2
Torque vs Alpha
How Torque and Alpha compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadeTorque 2.5 vs Alpha 2Height1.8 vs 2.1 cm (-0.3)Rim width1.9 vs 2 cm (-0.1)PriceTorque is cheaper ($5.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
Finish Line DiscsTorqueFairway Driver Mint DiscsAlphaFairway Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
8/4/0/2.5
8/4/0/2
Stability≠
Overstable (+2.5)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠
36/100
38/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠8/4/0/2.5
Stability≠Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠36/100
Est. carry342 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter21.1 cm
Height≠1.8 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠1.9 cm
Max weight≠179 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$12.99
Flight rating≠8/4/0/2
Stability≠Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠38/100
Est. carry342 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter21.1 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠2 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
Torque or Alpha?
Main difference: fade (Torque 2.5 vs Alpha 2). The Torque fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Alpha finishes straighter.
Torque: OverstableAlpha: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Torque or Alpha more overstable?
The Torque is more overstable (stability +2.5 vs +2). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Torque or Alpha?
A beginner is better off with the Alpha (beginner score 38/100 vs 36/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Torque and Alpha?
Main difference: fade (Torque 2.5 vs Alpha 2). The Torque fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Alpha finishes straighter.
Which is cheaper, the Torque or Alpha?
The Torque is cheaper, starting around $12.99 vs $17.99.
