Compare Disc Golf Discs

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MVP Disc SportsVoltFairway Driver8/5/-0.5/2
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Volt vs Rain

How Volt and Rain compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnVolt -0.5 vs Rain 0Diameter21.1 vs 21.3 cm (-0.2)Rim width2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.1)PlasticsVolt 16 vs Rain 0AvailabilityVolt is on Amazon; Rain is notPriceVolt is cheaper ($8.04 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsVoltFairway Driver
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Volt
8
Rain
8
GlideStays aloft
Volt
5
Rain
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Volt
-0.5
Rain
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Volt
2
Rain
2
Specifications
Spec
MVP Disc Sports
Volt
Essential Discs
Rain
Flight rating
8/5/-0.5/2
8/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+1.5)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
42/100
40/100
Est. carry
350 ft
350 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
175 g
164 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Yes
Not on Amazon
Price from
$13.95
$21.99
The Verdict

Volt or Rain?

Main difference: turn (Volt -0.5 vs Rain 0). The Volt turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Rain resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Volt: OverstableRain: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Volt
$13.95
Rain
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Volt or Rain more overstable?

The Rain is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Volt or Rain?

A beginner is better off with the Volt (beginner score 42/100 vs 40/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Volt and Rain?

Main difference: turn (Volt -0.5 vs Rain 0). The Volt turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Rain resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Volt or Rain?

The Volt is cheaper, starting around $13.95 vs $21.99.

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MVP Disc Sports Volt vs Essential Discs Rain: Flight Numbers Comp