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Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver12/5/-0.5/2.5
Doomsday DiscsPlagueDistance Driver12/5/-1/2.5

Illusion vs Plague

How Illusion and Plague compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnIllusion -0.5 vs Plague -1Diameter21.4 vs 21.1 cm (+0.3)Height1.5 vs 1.8 cm (-0.3)Rim width2.1 vs 2.2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsPlague 14 vs Illusion 9PricePlague is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver
Doomsday DiscsPlagueDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Illusion
12
Plague
12
GlideStays aloft
Illusion
5
Plague
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Illusion
-0.5
Plague
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Illusion
2.5
Plague
2.5
Specifications
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Illusion
Doomsday Discs
Plague
Flight rating
12/5/-0.5/2.5
12/5/-1/2.5
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Stable (+1.5)
Beginner score
29/100
31/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.4 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
177 g
180 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$15.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Illusion or Plague?

Main difference: turn (Illusion -0.5 vs Plague -1). The Plague turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Illusion resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Illusion: OverstablePlague: Stable
Where to buy
Illusion
$15.99
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Best price
Plague
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Illusion or Plague more overstable?

The Illusion is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Illusion or Plague?

A beginner is better off with the Plague (beginner score 31/100 vs 29/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Illusion and Plague?

Main difference: turn (Illusion -0.5 vs Plague -1). The Plague turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Illusion resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Illusion or Plague?

The Plague is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $15.99.

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