Compare Disc Golf Discs
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Gateway Disc SportsCharmPutt & Approach3/3/0/0
Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach3/3/0/1
Charm vs Alter
How Charm and Alter compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadeCharm 0 vs Alter 1Diameter21.3 vs 21.2 cm (+0.1)Height1.8 vs 2 cm (-0.2)Rim width1 vs 1.1 cm (-0.1)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Gateway Disc SportsCharmPutt & Approach Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Spec
Thought Space Athletics
Alter
Flight rating≠
3/3/0/0
3/3/0/1
Stability≠
Stable (+0)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠
58/100
54/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
Not listed
$13.99
Flight rating≠3/3/0/0
Stability≠Stable (+0)
Beginner score≠58/100
Est. carry234 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height≠1.8 cm
Rim depth≠1.3 cm
Rim width≠1 cm
Max weight≠176.8 g
Bead≠Beadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠Not listed
Thought Space Athletics
Alter
Flight rating≠3/3/0/1
Stability≠Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠54/100
Est. carry234 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth≠1.5 cm
Rim width≠1.1 cm
Max weight≠174 g
Bead≠Beaded
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$13.99
The Verdict
Charm or Alter?
Main difference: fade (Charm 0 vs Alter 1). The Alter fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Charm finishes straighter.
Charm: StableAlter: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Charm or Alter more overstable?
The Alter is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Charm or Alter?
A beginner is better off with the Charm (beginner score 58/100 vs 54/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Charm and Alter?
Main difference: fade (Charm 0 vs Alter 1). The Alter fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Charm finishes straighter.
