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MVP Disc SportsImpulseDistance Driver9/5/-3/1
Axiom DiscsVirusDistance Driver9/5/-3.5/1

Impulse vs Virus

How Impulse and Virus compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnImpulse -3 vs Virus -3.5PriceVirus is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsImpulseDistance Driver
Axiom DiscsVirusDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Impulse
9
Virus
9
GlideStays aloft
Impulse
5
Virus
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Impulse
-3
Virus
-3.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Impulse
1
Virus
1
Specifications
Spec
MVP Disc Sports
Impulse
Axiom Discs
Virus
Flight rating
9/5/-3/1
9/5/-3.5/1
Stability
Very understable (-2)
Very understable (-2.5)
Beginner score
56/100
59/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Beginner, Intermediate
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.4 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
2 cm
Max weight
174 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$20.95
$19.95
The Verdict

Impulse or Virus?

Main difference: turn (Impulse -3 vs Virus -3.5). The Virus turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Impulse resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Impulse: Very understableVirus: Very understable
Where to buy
Impulse
$20.95
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Best price
Virus
$19.95
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FAQ

Is the Impulse or Virus more overstable?

The Impulse is more overstable (stability -2 vs -2.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Impulse or Virus?

A beginner is better off with the Virus (beginner score 59/100 vs 56/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Impulse and Virus?

Main difference: turn (Impulse -3 vs Virus -3.5). The Virus turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Impulse resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Impulse or Virus?

The Virus is cheaper, starting around $19.95 vs $20.95.

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MVP Disc Sports Impulse vs Axiom Discs Virus: Flight Numbers Comp