Compare Disc Golf Discs

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

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Launch Disc GolfCode XMidrange5.5/3/0/3
Birdie Disc Golf SupplyUltraMidrange5/3/0/3

Code X vs Ultra

How Code X and Ultra compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedCode X 5.5 vs Ultra 5Diameter21.2 vs 21.4 cm (-0.2)Rim width1.4 vs 1.5 cm (-0.1)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Launch Disc GolfCode XMidrange
Birdie Disc Golf SupplyUltraMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Code X
5.5
Ultra
5
GlideStays aloft
Code X
3
Ultra
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Code X
0
Ultra
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Code X
3
Ultra
3
Specifications
Spec
Launch Disc Golf
Code X
Birdie Disc Golf Supply
Ultra
Flight rating
5.5/3/0/3
5/3/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
39/100
40/100
Est. carry
284 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.4 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight
176 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$12.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Code X or Ultra?

Main difference: speed (Code X 5.5 vs Ultra 5). The Code X has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Ultra is easier to control.

Code X: Very overstableUltra: Very overstable
Where to buy
Code X
$12.99
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Ultra
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FAQ

Is the Code X or Ultra more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Code X or Ultra?

A beginner is better off with the Ultra (beginner score 40/100 vs 39/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Code X and Ultra?

Main difference: speed (Code X 5.5 vs Ultra 5). The Code X has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Ultra is easier to control.

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Launch Disc Golf Code X vs Birdie Disc Golf Supply Ultra: Flight