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MVP Disc SportsSignalFairway Driver6/5/-3/1
X-COMHeliosFairway Driver6/5/-3/1

Signal vs Helios

These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.1 vs 21 cm (+0.1)Height1.5 vs 1.6 cm (-0.1)Rim width1.2 vs 1.6 cm (-0.4)PriceHelios is cheaper ($6.96 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsSignalFairway Driver
X-COMHeliosFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Signal
6
Helios
6
GlideStays aloft
Signal
5
Helios
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Signal
-3
Helios
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Signal
1
Helios
1
Specifications
Spec
MVP Disc Sports
Signal
X-COM
Helios
Flight rating
6/5/-3/1
6/5/-3/1
Stability
Very understable (-2)
Very understable (-2)
Beginner score
65/100
65/100
Est. carry
310 ft
310 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Everyone
Beginner
Diameter
21.1 cm
21 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.2 cm
1.6 cm
Max weight
174 g
166 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$20.95
$13.99
The Verdict

Signal or Helios?

The Signal and Helios fly almost identically (6/5/-3/1). Choose the Signal for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Helios to spend less.

Signal: Very understableHelios: Very understable
Where to buy
Signal
$20.95
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Best price
Helios
$13.99
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FAQ

Is the Signal or Helios more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -2) - turn -3/-3, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Signal or Helios?

Both rate the same for beginners (65/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Signal and Helios?

The Signal and Helios fly almost identically (6/5/-3/1). Choose the Signal for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Helios to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Signal or Helios?

The Helios is cheaper, starting around $13.99 vs $20.95.

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MVP Disc Sports Signal vs X-COM Helios: Flight Numbers Compared