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Infinite DiscsSphinxFairway Driver9/6/-3/1
DiscraftHeatFairway Driver9/6/-3/1

Sphinx vs Heat

These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Height1.6 vs 2.1 cm (-0.5)PlasticsHeat 40 vs Sphinx 30PriceHeat is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Infinite DiscsSphinxFairway Driver
DiscraftHeatFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Sphinx
9
Heat
9
GlideStays aloft
Sphinx
6
Heat
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Sphinx
-3
Heat
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Sphinx
1
Heat
1
Specifications
Spec
Infinite Discs
Sphinx
Discraft
Heat
Flight rating
9/6/-3/1
9/6/-3/1
Stability
Very understable (-2)
Very understable (-2)
Beginner score
58/100
58/100
Est. carry
378 ft
378 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Everyone
Beginner
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.6 cm
2.1 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
173 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$12.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Sphinx or Heat?

The Sphinx and Heat fly almost identically (9/6/-3/1). Go with the Heat - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Sphinx: Very understableHeat: Very understable
Where to buy
Sphinx
$12.99
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Best price
Heat
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Sphinx or Heat more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -2) - turn -3/-3, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Sphinx or Heat?

Both rate the same for beginners (58/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Sphinx and Heat?

The Sphinx and Heat fly almost identically (9/6/-3/1). Go with the Heat - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Sphinx or Heat?

The Heat is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $12.99.

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