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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Lightning DiscsRubber PutterPutt & Approach2/3/-1/1
DiscraftSoft MagnetPutt & Approach2/3/-1/1

Rubber Putter vs Soft Magnet

These 2 putt & approachs share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.6 vs 21.2 cm (+0.4)Height2.5 vs 2 cm (+0.5)Rim width1.3 vs 0.8 cm (+0.5)PriceSoft Magnet is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Lightning DiscsRubber PutterPutt & Approach
DiscraftSoft MagnetPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Rubber Putter
2
Soft Magnet
2
GlideStays aloft
Rubber Putter
3
Soft Magnet
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Rubber Putter
-1
Soft Magnet
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Rubber Putter
1
Soft Magnet
1
Specifications
Spec
Lightning Discs
Rubber Putter
Discraft
Soft Magnet
Flight rating
2/3/-1/1
2/3/-1/1
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
62/100
62/100
Est. carry
214 ft
214 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Beginner
Everyone
Diameter
21.6 cm
21.2 cm
Height
2.5 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.4 cm
Rim width
1.3 cm
0.8 cm
Max weight
179 g
175 g
Bead
Beaded
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$12.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Rubber Putter or Soft Magnet?

The Rubber Putter and Soft Magnet fly almost identically (2/3/-1/1). Choose the Rubber Putter for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Soft Magnet to spend less.

Rubber Putter: StableSoft Magnet: Stable
Where to buy
Rubber Putter
$12.99
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Best price
Soft Magnet
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Rubber Putter or Soft Magnet more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Rubber Putter or Soft Magnet?

Both rate the same for beginners (62/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Rubber Putter and Soft Magnet?

The Rubber Putter and Soft Magnet fly almost identically (2/3/-1/1). Choose the Rubber Putter for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Soft Magnet to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Rubber Putter or Soft Magnet?

The Soft Magnet is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $12.99.

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Lightning Discs Rubber Putter vs Discraft Soft Magnet: Flight Num