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MVP Disc SportsDeflectorMidrange5/3.5/0/4

Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange5/3/0/4

Deflector vs Recluse

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

Key differences

GlideDeflector 3.5 vs Recluse 3Diameter21.5 vs 21.3 cm (+0.2)Height2 vs 1.6 cm (+0.4)Rim width1.6 vs 1.3 cm (+0.3)PlasticsRecluse 9 vs Deflector 0AvailabilityDeflector is on Amazon; Recluse is notPriceRecluse is cheaper ($2.46 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsDeflectorMidrange

Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Deflector

Recluse

GlideStays aloft

Deflector

3.5

Recluse

TurnHigh-speed bend

Deflector

Recluse

FadeLow-speed hook

Deflector

Recluse

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

MVP Disc Sports

Deflector

Legacy Discs

Recluse

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

21.3 cm

Height≠

2 cm

1.6 cm

Rim depth≠

1.3 cm

1.5 cm

Rim width≠

1.6 cm

1.3 cm

Max weight≠

178 g

175 g

Bead≠

Beadless

Beaded

Plastics≠

9view on disc page →

PDGA Approved

Yes

On Amazon≠

Yes

Not on Amazon

Price from≠

$19.95

$17.49

The Verdict

Deflector or Recluse?

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

Deflector: Very overstableRecluse: Very overstable

Where to buy

Deflector

$19.95

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Best price

Recluse

$17.49

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FAQ

Is the Deflector or Recluse more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Deflector or Recluse?

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 Recluse?

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

Which is cheaper, the Deflector or Recluse?

The Recluse is cheaper, starting around $17.49 vs $19.95.

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