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InnovaMakoMidrange4/5/0/0

X-COMGemMidrange5/5/0/0

Mako vs Gem

How Mako and Gem compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedMako 4 vs Gem 5Diameter21.7 vs 21.3 cm (+0.4)Height2.1 vs 2 cm (+0.1)Rim width1.2 vs 1.3 cm (-0.1)PlasticsMako 13 vs Gem 0PriceGem is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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InnovaMakoMidrange

X-COMGemMidrange

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Mako

Gem

GlideStays aloft

Mako

Gem

TurnHigh-speed bend

Mako

Gem

FadeLow-speed hook

Mako

Gem

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Innova

Mako

X-COM

Gem

Flight rating≠

4/5/0/0

5/5/0/0

Stability

Stable (+0)

Beginner score≠

59/100

56/100

Est. carry≠

270 ft

290 ft

Type

Midrange

Recommended skill≠

Beginner, Intermediate

Everyone

Diameter≠

21.7 cm

21.3 cm

Height≠

2.1 cm

2 cm

Rim depth≠

1.4 cm

1.3 cm

Rim width≠

1.2 cm

1.3 cm

Max weight≠

180 g

174 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

13view on disc page →

PDGA Approved≠

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Price from≠

$17.99

$16.99

The Verdict

Mako or Gem?

Main difference: speed (Mako 4 vs Gem 5). The Gem has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Mako is easier to control.

Mako: StableGem: Stable

Where to buy

Mako

$17.99

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Best price

Gem

$16.99

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FAQ

Is the Mako or Gem more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Mako or Gem?

A beginner is better off with the Mako (beginner score 59/100 vs 56/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Mako and Gem?

Main difference: speed (Mako 4 vs Gem 5). The Gem has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Mako is easier to control.

Which is cheaper, the Mako or Gem?

The Gem is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $17.99.

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