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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InnovaAtlasMidrange5/4/0/1
Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange5/5/0/1

Atlas vs Pathfinder

How Atlas and Pathfinder compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideAtlas 4 vs Pathfinder 5Diameter21.8 vs 21.5 cm (+0.3)PlasticsPathfinder 12 vs Atlas 0PriceAtlas is cheaper ($6.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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InnovaAtlasMidrange
Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Atlas
5
Pathfinder
5
GlideStays aloft
Atlas
4
Pathfinder
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Atlas
0
Pathfinder
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Atlas
1
Pathfinder
1
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Atlas
Thought Space Athletics
Pathfinder
Flight rating
5/4/0/1
5/5/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
50/100
52/100
Est. carry
282 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate, Everyone
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Everyone
Diameter
21.8 cm
21.5 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.4 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight
180 g
178 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$16.99
$22.99
The Verdict

Atlas or Pathfinder?

Main difference: glide (Atlas 4 vs Pathfinder 5). The Pathfinder floats and carries farther; the Atlas holds its line better in wind.

Atlas: OverstablePathfinder: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Atlas
$16.99
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Pathfinder
$22.99
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FAQ

Is the Atlas or Pathfinder more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +1) - turn 0/0, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Atlas or Pathfinder?

A beginner is better off with the Pathfinder (beginner score 52/100 vs 50/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Atlas and Pathfinder?

Main difference: glide (Atlas 4 vs Pathfinder 5). The Pathfinder floats and carries farther; the Atlas holds its line better in wind.

Which is cheaper, the Atlas or Pathfinder?

The Atlas is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $22.99.

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Innova Atlas vs Thought Space Athletics Pathfinder: Flight Number