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MVP Disc SportsDeflectorMidrange5/3.5/0/4
DiscmaniaMD5Midrange5/3/0/4

Deflector vs MD5

How Deflector and MD5 compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideDeflector 3.5 vs MD5 3Diameter21.5 vs 21.2 cm (+0.3)Rim width1.6 vs 1.5 cm (+0.1)AvailabilityDeflector is on Amazon; MD5 is notPriceDeflector is cheaper ($2.04 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsDeflectorMidrange
DiscmaniaMD5Midrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Deflector
5
MD5
5
GlideStays aloft
Deflector
3.5
MD5
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Deflector
0
MD5
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Deflector
4
MD5
4
Specifications
Spec
MVP Disc Sports
Deflector
Discmania
MD5
Flight rating≠
5/3.5/0/4
5/3/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+4)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score≠
37/100
36/100
Est. carry≠
278 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.5 cm
21.2 cm
Height
2 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width≠
1.6 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight≠
178 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved≠
Yes
No
On Amazon≠
Yes
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$19.95
$21.99
The Verdict

Deflector or MD5?

Main difference: glide (Deflector 3.5 vs MD5 3). The Deflector floats and carries farther; the MD5 holds its line better in wind.

Deflector: Very overstableMD5: Very overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Deflector
$19.95
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MD5
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Deflector or MD5 more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +4) - turn 0/0, fade 4/4.

Should a beginner pick the Deflector or MD5?

A beginner is better off with the Deflector (beginner score 37/100 vs 36/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Deflector and MD5?

Main difference: glide (Deflector 3.5 vs MD5 3). The Deflector floats and carries farther; the MD5 holds its line better in wind.

Which is cheaper, the Deflector or MD5?

The Deflector is cheaper, starting around $19.95 vs $21.99.

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MVP Disc Sports Deflector
MVP Disc Sports
Deflector
5 / 3.5 / 0 / 4
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Discmania MD5
Discmania
MD5
5 / 3 / 0 / 4
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MVP Disc Sports Deflector vs Discmania MD5: Flight Numbers Compar