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MVP Disc SportsAnodePutt & Approach3/3/0/0.5
Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach3/3/0/1

Anode vs Alter

How Anode and Alter compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeAnode 0.5 vs Alter 1Diameter21 vs 21.2 cm (-0.2)Height2.1 vs 2 cm (+0.1)PlasticsAnode 19 vs Alter 0PriceAnode is cheaper ($2.04 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsAnodePutt & Approach
Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Anode
3
Alter
3
GlideStays aloft
Anode
3
Alter
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Anode
0
Alter
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Anode
0.5
Alter
1
Specifications
Spec
MVP Disc Sports
Anode
Thought Space Athletics
Alter
Flight rating
3/3/0/0.5
3/3/0/1
Stability
Stable (+0.5)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
56/100
54/100
Est. carry
234 ft
234 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21 cm
21.2 cm
Height
2.1 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.4 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Max weight
174 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beaded
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.95
$13.99
The Verdict

Anode or Alter?

Main difference: fade (Anode 0.5 vs Alter 1). The Alter fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Anode finishes straighter.

Anode: StableAlter: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Anode
$11.95
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Alter
$13.99
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FAQ

Is the Anode or Alter more overstable?

The Alter is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Anode or Alter?

A beginner is better off with the Anode (beginner score 56/100 vs 54/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Anode and Alter?

Main difference: fade (Anode 0.5 vs Alter 1). The Alter fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Anode finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Anode or Alter?

The Anode is cheaper, starting around $11.95 vs $13.99.

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MVP Disc Sports Anode vs Thought Space Athletics Alter: Flight Nu