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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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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

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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InnovaMakoMidrange
X-COMGemMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Mako
4
Gem
5
GlideStays aloft
Mako
5
Gem
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Mako
0
Gem
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Mako
0
Gem
0
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Mako
X-COM
Gem
Flight rating
4/5/0/0
5/5/0/0
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
59/100
56/100
Est. carry
270 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
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
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not 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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Innova Mako vs X-COM Gem: Flight Numbers Compared