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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Goliath DiscsArkFairway Driver9/4/-1/2
X-COMVolansFairway Driver9/5/-1/2
Ark vs Volans
How Ark and Volans compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlideArk 4 vs Volans 5Height2 vs 1.7 cm (+0.3)PriceVolans is cheaper ($3.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Goliath DiscsArkFairway Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
9/4/-1/2
9/5/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score≠
40/100
42/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠9/4/-1/2
StabilityStable (+1)
Beginner score≠40/100
Est. carry≠362 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter21.2 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠1.9 cm
Max weight≠176 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$19.99
Flight rating≠9/5/-1/2
StabilityStable (+1)
Beginner score≠42/100
Est. carry≠370 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter21.2 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width≠1.8 cm
Max weight≠163 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$16.99
The Verdict
Ark or Volans?
Main difference: glide (Ark 4 vs Volans 5). The Volans floats and carries farther; the Ark holds its line better in wind.
Ark: StableVolans: Stable
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FAQ
Is the Ark or Volans more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +1) - turn -1/-1, fade 2/2.
Should a beginner pick the Ark or Volans?
A beginner is better off with the Volans (beginner score 42/100 vs 40/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Ark and Volans?
Main difference: glide (Ark 4 vs Volans 5). The Volans floats and carries farther; the Ark holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the Ark or Volans?
The Volans is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $19.99.
