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MVP Disc SportsDeflectorMidrange5/3.5/0/4

DiscmaniaMutantMidrange5/3/0/4

Deflector vs Mutant

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

Key differences

GlideDeflector 3.5 vs Mutant 3Diameter21.5 vs 21.7 cm (-0.2)Height2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)Rim width1.6 vs 1.3 cm (+0.3)AvailabilityDeflector is on Amazon; Mutant is notPriceDeflector is cheaper ($0.04 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsDeflectorMidrange

DiscmaniaMutantMidrange

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Deflector

Mutant

GlideStays aloft

Deflector

3.5

Mutant

TurnHigh-speed bend

Deflector

Mutant

FadeLow-speed hook

Deflector

Mutant

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

MVP Disc Sports

Deflector

Discmania

Mutant

Flight rating≠

5/3.5/0/4

5/3/0/4

Stability

Very overstable (+4)

Beginner score≠

37/100

36/100

Est. carry≠

278 ft

274 ft

Type

Midrange

Recommended skill

Intermediate, Advanced

Diameter≠

21.5 cm

21.7 cm

Height≠

2 cm

1.8 cm

Rim depth≠

1.3 cm

1.2 cm

Rim width≠

1.6 cm

1.3 cm

Max weight≠

178 g

180 g

Bead≠

Beadless

Beaded

Plastics

PDGA Approved

Yes

On Amazon≠

Yes

Not on Amazon

Price from≠

$19.95

$19.99

The Verdict

Deflector or Mutant?

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

Deflector: Very overstableMutant: Very overstable

Where to buy

Best price

Deflector

$19.95

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Mutant

$19.99

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FAQ

Is the Deflector or Mutant more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Deflector or Mutant?

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 Mutant?

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

Which is cheaper, the Deflector or Mutant?

The Deflector is cheaper, starting around $19.95 vs $19.99.

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