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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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InnovaHydraPutt & Approach3/3/0/2
Prodigy DiscPA-1Putt & Approach3/3/0/2

Hydra vs PA-1

These 2 putt & approachs share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.1 vs 21 cm (+0.1)Height2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.1)Rim width1.4 vs 1 cm (+0.4)PlasticsPA-1 29 vs Hydra 0PricePA-1 is cheaper ($6.50 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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InnovaHydraPutt & Approach
Prodigy DiscPA-1Putt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Hydra
3
PA-1
3
GlideStays aloft
Hydra
3
PA-1
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Hydra
0
PA-1
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Hydra
2
PA-1
2
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Hydra
Prodigy Disc
PA-1
Flight rating
3/3/0/2
3/3/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
50/100
50/100
Est. carry
234 ft
234 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Advanced, Everyone
Diameter≠
21.1 cm
21 cm
Height≠
2 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.4 cm
1.4 cm
Rim width≠
1.4 cm
1 cm
Max weight≠
175 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
29view on disc page →
PDGA Approved≠
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$14.99
$8.49
The Verdict

Hydra or PA-1?

The Hydra and PA-1 fly almost identically (3/3/0/2). Go with the PA-1 - it offers more plastic and weight options (29 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Hydra: OverstablePA-1: Overstable
Where to buy
Hydra
$14.99
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Best price
PA-1
$8.49
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FAQ

Is the Hydra or PA-1 more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Hydra or PA-1?

Both rate the same for beginners (50/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Hydra and PA-1?

The Hydra and PA-1 fly almost identically (3/3/0/2). Go with the PA-1 - it offers more plastic and weight options (29 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Hydra or PA-1?

The PA-1 is cheaper, starting around $8.49 vs $14.99.

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Innova Hydra
Innova
Hydra
3 / 3 / 0 / 2
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Prodigy Disc PA-1
Prodigy Disc
PA-1
3 / 3 / 0 / 2
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Innova Hydra vs Prodigy Disc PA-1: Flight Numbers Compared