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Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver12/5/-0.5/2.5
Gateway Disc SportsSpeed DemonDistance Driver12/5/-0.5/3

Illusion vs Speed Demon

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

Key differences

FadeIllusion 2.5 vs Speed Demon 3Height1.5 vs 2 cm (-0.5)Rim width2.1 vs 2.2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsIllusion 9 vs Speed Demon 0PriceSpeed Demon is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver
Gateway Disc SportsSpeed DemonDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Illusion
12
Speed Demon
12
GlideStays aloft
Illusion
5
Speed Demon
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Illusion
-0.5
Speed Demon
-0.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Illusion
2.5
Speed Demon
3
Specifications
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Illusion
Gateway Disc Sports
Speed Demon
Flight rating
12/5/-0.5/2.5
12/5/-0.5/3
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score
29/100
27/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.4 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.5 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
177 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$15.99
$13.99
The Verdict

Illusion or Speed Demon?

Main difference: fade (Illusion 2.5 vs Speed Demon 3). The Speed Demon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Illusion finishes straighter.

Illusion: OverstableSpeed Demon: Overstable
Where to buy
Illusion
$15.99
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Best price
Speed Demon
$13.99
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FAQ

Is the Illusion or Speed Demon more overstable?

The Speed Demon is more overstable (stability +2.5 vs +2). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Illusion or Speed Demon?

A beginner is better off with the Illusion (beginner score 29/100 vs 27/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Illusion and Speed Demon?

Main difference: fade (Illusion 2.5 vs Speed Demon 3). The Speed Demon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Illusion finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Illusion or Speed Demon?

The Speed Demon is cheaper, starting around $13.99 vs $15.99.

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