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Prodigy DiscD2 MaxDistance Driver12/6/-1/2.5
DiscraftAresDistance Driver12/6/-1/2

D2 Max vs Ares

How D2 Max and Ares compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeD2 Max 2.5 vs Ares 2Rim width2.4 vs 2.3 cm (+0.1)PriceD2 Max is cheaper ($6.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Prodigy DiscD2 MaxDistance Driver
DiscraftAresDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
D2 Max
12
Ares
12
GlideStays aloft
D2 Max
6
Ares
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
D2 Max
-1
Ares
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
D2 Max
2.5
Ares
2
Specifications
Spec
Prodigy Disc
D2 Max
Discraft
Ares
Flight rating
12/6/-1/2.5
12/6/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1.5)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
34/100
36/100
Est. carry
438 ft
438 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.9 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.4 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
174 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$15.99
$21.99
The Verdict

D2 Max or Ares?

Main difference: fade (D2 Max 2.5 vs Ares 2). The D2 Max fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Ares finishes straighter.

D2 Max: StableAres: Stable
Where to buy
Best price
D2 Max
$15.99
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Ares
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the D2 Max or Ares more overstable?

The D2 Max is more overstable (stability +1.5 vs +1). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the D2 Max or Ares?

A beginner is better off with the Ares (beginner score 36/100 vs 34/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the D2 Max and Ares?

Main difference: fade (D2 Max 2.5 vs Ares 2). The D2 Max fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Ares finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the D2 Max or Ares?

The D2 Max is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $21.99.

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Prodigy Disc D2 Max vs Discraft Ares: Flight Numbers Compared