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InnovaSpiderMidrange5/3/0/1
Viking DiscsAxeMidrange4/3/0/1

Spider vs Axe

How Spider and Axe compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedSpider 5 vs Axe 4Height1.7 vs 2 cm (-0.3)Rim width1.3 vs 1 cm (+0.3)PriceAxe is cheaper ($11.00 less)

Flight Paths

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InnovaSpiderMidrange
Viking DiscsAxeMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Spider
5
Axe
4
GlideStays aloft
Spider
3
Axe
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Spider
0
Axe
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Spider
1
Axe
1
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Spider
Viking Discs
Axe
Flight rating
5/3/0/1
4/3/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
48/100
51/100
Est. carry
274 ft
254 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.7 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.4 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.3 cm
1 cm
Max weight
173 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$22.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Spider or Axe?

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

Spider: OverstableAxe: Overstable
Where to buy
Spider
$22.99
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Best price
Axe
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Spider or Axe more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Spider or Axe?

A beginner is better off with the Axe (beginner score 51/100 vs 48/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Spider and Axe?

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

Which is cheaper, the Spider or Axe?

The Axe is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $22.99.

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Innova Spider vs Viking Discs Axe: Flight Numbers Compared