Compare Disc Golf Discs
Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.
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MVP Disc SportsNitroDistance Driver13/4/-0.5/3
Westside DiscsCatapultDistance Driver14/4/-0.5/3
Nitro vs Catapult
How Nitro and Catapult compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedNitro 13 vs Catapult 14Height1.9 vs 1.6 cm (+0.3)PriceCatapult is cheaper ($1.96 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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MVP Disc SportsNitroDistance Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
13/4/-0.5/3
14/4/-0.5/3
Stability
Overstable (+2.5)
Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠
22/100
19/100
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠13/4/-0.5/3
StabilityOverstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠22/100
Est. carry≠442 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth≠1.2 cm
Rim width2.4 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$20.95
Flight rating≠14/4/-0.5/3
StabilityOverstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠19/100
Est. carry≠462 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.6 cm
Rim depth≠1 cm
Rim width2.4 cm
Max weight≠174 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$18.99
The Verdict
Nitro or Catapult?
Main difference: speed (Nitro 13 vs Catapult 14). The Catapult has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Nitro is easier to control.
Nitro: OverstableCatapult: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Nitro or Catapult more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +2.5) - turn -0.5/-0.5, fade 3/3.
Should a beginner pick the Nitro or Catapult?
A beginner is better off with the Nitro (beginner score 22/100 vs 19/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Nitro and Catapult?
Main difference: speed (Nitro 13 vs Catapult 14). The Catapult has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Nitro is easier to control.
Which is cheaper, the Nitro or Catapult?
The Catapult is cheaper, starting around $18.99 vs $20.95.
