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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Full TurnShortcutPutt & Approach4/1/1/4
Divergent DiscsGolemPutt & Approach4/2/0/4
Shortcut vs Golem
How Shortcut and Golem compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlideShortcut 1 vs Golem 2TurnShortcut 1 vs Golem 0Diameter21.3 vs 21.2 cm (+0.1)Height1.9 vs 1.7 cm (+0.2)PriceShortcut is cheaper ($5.99 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
Divergent DiscsGolemPutt & Approach Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
4/1/1/4
4/2/0/4
Stability≠
Very overstable (+5)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score≠
35/100
37/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠4/1/1/4
Stability≠Very overstable (+5)
Beginner score≠35/100
Est. carry≠238 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth≠1.3 cm
Rim width≠1.1 cm
Max weight≠176 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$12.00
Flight rating≠4/2/0/4
Stability≠Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score≠37/100
Est. carry≠246 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth≠1.4 cm
Rim width≠1.2 cm
Max weight≠178 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
Shortcut or Golem?
Main difference: glide (Shortcut 1 vs Golem 2). The Golem floats and carries farther; the Shortcut holds its line better in wind.
Shortcut: Very overstableGolem: Very overstable
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FAQ
Is the Shortcut or Golem more overstable?
The Shortcut is more overstable (stability +5 vs +4). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Shortcut or Golem?
A beginner is better off with the Golem (beginner score 37/100 vs 35/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Shortcut and Golem?
Main difference: glide (Shortcut 1 vs Golem 2). The Golem floats and carries farther; the Shortcut holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the Shortcut or Golem?
The Shortcut is cheaper, starting around $12.00 vs $17.99.
