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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange5/3/0/3.5
DiscmaniaMutantMidrange5/3/0/4

Samson vs Mutant

How Samson and Mutant compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeSamson 3.5 vs Mutant 4Diameter21.5 vs 21.7 cm (-0.2)Height1.6 vs 1.8 cm (-0.2)Rim width1.5 vs 1.3 cm (+0.2)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange
DiscmaniaMutantMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Samson
5
Mutant
5
GlideStays aloft
Samson
3
Mutant
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Samson
0
Mutant
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Samson
3.5
Mutant
4
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Samson
Discmania
Mutant
Flight rating
5/3/0/3.5
5/3/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+3.5)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score
38/100
36/100
Est. carry
274 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.7 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
178 g
180 g
Bead
Beadless
Beaded
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
Not listed
$19.99
The Verdict

Samson or Mutant?

Main difference: fade (Samson 3.5 vs Mutant 4). The Mutant fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Samson finishes straighter.

Samson: Very overstableMutant: Very overstable
Where to buy
Samson
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Mutant
$19.99
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FAQ

Is the Samson or Mutant more overstable?

The Mutant is more overstable (stability +4 vs +3.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Samson or Mutant?

A beginner is better off with the Samson (beginner score 38/100 vs 36/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Samson and Mutant?

Main difference: fade (Samson 3.5 vs Mutant 4). The Mutant fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Samson finishes straighter.

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Goliath Discs Samson vs Discmania Mutant: Flight Numbers Compared