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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 DiscD1 MaxDistance Driver12/5/0/3
Thought Space AthleticsSynapseDistance Driver12/5/0/3

D1 Max vs Synapse

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

Key differences

Diameter21 vs 21.2 cm (-0.2)PlasticsSynapse 10 vs D1 Max 0

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Prodigy DiscD1 MaxDistance DriverOut of Production
Thought Space AthleticsSynapseDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
D1 Max
12
Synapse
12
GlideStays aloft
D1 Max
5
Synapse
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
D1 Max
0
Synapse
0
FadeLow-speed hook
D1 Max
3
Synapse
3
Specifications
Spec
Prodigy Disc
D1 Max
Thought Space Athletics
Synapse
Flight rating
12/5/0/3
12/5/0/3
Stability
Overstable (+3)
Overstable (+3)
Beginner score
24/100
24/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight≠
174.3 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
10view on disc page →
PDGA Approved≠
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status≠
Out of production
In production
Price from≠
Not listed
$18.99
The Verdict

D1 Max or Synapse?

The D1 Max and Synapse fly almost identically (12/5/0/3). Go with the Synapse - it offers more plastic and weight options (10 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

D1 Max: OverstableSynapse: Overstable
Where to buy
D1 Max
See retailer
Out of production
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Synapse
$18.99
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FAQ

Is the D1 Max or Synapse more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the D1 Max or Synapse?

Both rate the same for beginners (24/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the D1 Max and Synapse?

The D1 Max and Synapse fly almost identically (12/5/0/3). Go with the Synapse - it offers more plastic and weight options (10 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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Prodigy Disc D1 Max
Prodigy Disc
D1 Max
12 / 5 / 0 / 3
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Thought Space Athletics Synapse
Thought Space Athletics
Synapse
12 / 5 / 0 / 3
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Prodigy Disc D1 Max vs Thought Space Athletics Synapse: Flight Nu