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Lone Star DiscArmadilloPutt & Approach1/2/0/1
Loft DiscsHydrogenPutt & Approach1/2/0/0

Armadillo vs Hydrogen

How Armadillo and Hydrogen compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeArmadillo 1 vs Hydrogen 0Diameter21.3 vs 21.2 cm (+0.1)Height1.9 vs 2.1 cm (-0.2)Rim width0.8 vs 0.7 cm (+0.1)PlasticsArmadillo 9 vs Hydrogen 0PriceArmadillo is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Lone Star DiscArmadilloPutt & Approach
Loft DiscsHydrogenPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Armadillo
1
Hydrogen
1
GlideStays aloft
Armadillo
2
Hydrogen
2
TurnHigh-speed bend
Armadillo
0
Hydrogen
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Armadillo
1
Hydrogen
0
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Armadillo
Loft Discs
Hydrogen
Flight rating
1/2/0/1
1/2/0/0
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
57/100
61/100
Est. carry
186 ft
186 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.9 cm
2.1 cm
Rim depth
1.4 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
0.8 cm
0.7 cm
Max weight
176 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$19.99
The Verdict

Armadillo or Hydrogen?

Main difference: fade (Armadillo 1 vs Hydrogen 0). The Armadillo fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Hydrogen finishes straighter.

Armadillo: OverstableHydrogen: Stable
Where to buy
Best price
Armadillo
$17.99
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Hydrogen
$19.99
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FAQ

Is the Armadillo or Hydrogen more overstable?

The Armadillo is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Armadillo or Hydrogen?

A beginner is better off with the Hydrogen (beginner score 61/100 vs 57/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Armadillo and Hydrogen?

Main difference: fade (Armadillo 1 vs Hydrogen 0). The Armadillo fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Hydrogen finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Armadillo or Hydrogen?

The Armadillo is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $19.99.

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Lone Star Disc Armadillo vs Loft Discs Hydrogen: Flight Numbers C