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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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Prodigy DiscA3Putt & Approach4/4/0/3
Thought Space AthleticsVesselPutt & Approach4/3/0/3

A3 vs Vessel

How A3 and Vessel compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideA3 4 vs Vessel 3Diameter21 vs 21.3 cm (-0.3)Height1.9 vs 1.7 cm (+0.2)Rim width1.4 vs 1.2 cm (+0.2)PlasticsA3 23 vs Vessel 0PriceA3 is cheaper ($13.50 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Prodigy DiscA3Putt & Approach
Thought Space AthleticsVesselPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
A3
4
Vessel
4
GlideStays aloft
A3
4
Vessel
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
A3
0
Vessel
0
FadeLow-speed hook
A3
3
Vessel
3
Specifications
Spec
Prodigy Disc
A3
Thought Space Athletics
Vessel
Flight rating≠
4/4/0/3
4/3/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score≠
45/100
43/100
Est. carry≠
262 ft
254 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Everyone
Diameter≠
21 cm
21.3 cm
Height≠
1.9 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width≠
1.4 cm
1.2 cm
Max weight≠
174 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
23view on disc page →
0
PDGA Approved≠
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$8.49
$21.99
The Verdict

A3 or Vessel?

Main difference: glide (A3 4 vs Vessel 3). The A3 floats and carries farther; the Vessel holds its line better in wind.

A3: Very overstableVessel: Very overstable
Where to buy
Best price
A3
$8.49
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Vessel
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the A3 or Vessel more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the A3 or Vessel?

A beginner is better off with the A3 (beginner score 45/100 vs 43/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the A3 and Vessel?

Main difference: glide (A3 4 vs Vessel 3). The A3 floats and carries farther; the Vessel holds its line better in wind.

Which is cheaper, the A3 or Vessel?

The A3 is cheaper, starting around $8.49 vs $21.99.

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Prodigy Disc A3
Prodigy Disc
A3
4 / 4 / 0 / 3
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Thought Space Athletics Vessel
Thought Space Athletics
Vessel
4 / 3 / 0 / 3
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Prodigy Disc A3 vs Thought Space Athletics Vessel: Flight Numbers