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Mint DiscsIdolDistance Driver13/5/-1/2.5
RPM DiscsKahuDistance Driver13/5/-1/2

Idol vs Kahu

How Idol and Kahu compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeIdol 2.5 vs Kahu 2Diameter21.1 vs 21 cm (+0.1)Height1.7 vs 1.5 cm (+0.2)Rim width2.3 vs 2.4 cm (-0.1)PlasticsIdol 10 vs Kahu 0PriceKahu is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Mint DiscsIdolDistance Driver
RPM DiscsKahuDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Idol
13
Kahu
13
GlideStays aloft
Idol
5
Kahu
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Idol
-1
Kahu
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Idol
2.5
Kahu
2
Specifications
Spec
Mint Discs
Idol
RPM Discs
Kahu
Flight rating
13/5/-1/2.5
13/5/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1.5)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
29/100
31/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.4 cm
Max weight
175 g
179 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Idol or Kahu?

Main difference: fade (Idol 2.5 vs Kahu 2). The Idol fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Kahu finishes straighter.

Idol: StableKahu: Stable
Where to buy
Idol
$17.99
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Best price
Kahu
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Idol or Kahu more overstable?

The Idol is more overstable (stability +1.5 vs +1). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Idol or Kahu?

A beginner is better off with the Kahu (beginner score 31/100 vs 29/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Idol and Kahu?

Main difference: fade (Idol 2.5 vs Kahu 2). The Idol fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Kahu finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Idol or Kahu?

The Kahu is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $17.99.

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Mint Discs Idol vs RPM Discs Kahu: Flight Numbers Compared