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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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Inside The CircleMercuryPutt & Approach2/3/-1/0
Gateway Disc SportsMagicPutt & Approach2/3/-1/0

Mercury vs Magic

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 2.1 cm (-0.1)PlasticsMagic 36 vs Mercury 0PriceMagic is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Inside The CircleMercuryPutt & Approach
Gateway Disc SportsMagicPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Mercury
2
Magic
2
GlideStays aloft
Mercury
3
Magic
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Mercury
-1
Magic
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Mercury
0
Magic
0
Specifications
Spec
Inside The Circle
Mercury
Gateway Disc Sports
Magic
Flight rating
2/3/-1/0
2/3/-1/0
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
66/100
66/100
Est. carry
214 ft
214 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Beginner, Everyone
Diameter≠
21.1 cm
21 cm
Height≠
2 cm
2.1 cm
Rim depth
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
1 cm
1 cm
Max weight≠
176 g
174 g
Bead≠
Beaded
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
36view on disc page →
PDGA Approved≠
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$15.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Mercury or Magic?

The Mercury and Magic fly almost identically (2/3/-1/0). Go with the Magic - it offers more plastic and weight options (36 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Mercury: UnderstableMagic: Understable
Where to buy
Mercury
$15.99
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Best price
Magic
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Mercury or Magic more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Mercury or Magic?

Both rate the same for beginners (66/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Mercury and Magic?

The Mercury and Magic fly almost identically (2/3/-1/0). Go with the Magic - it offers more plastic and weight options (36 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Mercury or Magic?

The Magic is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $15.99.

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Inside The Circle Mercury
Inside The Circle
Mercury
2 / 3 / -1 / 0
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Gateway Disc Sports Magic
Gateway Disc Sports
Magic
2 / 3 / -1 / 0
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Inside The Circle Mercury vs Gateway Disc Sports Magic: Flight Nu