Compare Disc Golf Discs
Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.
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Streamline DiscsPilotPutt & Approach2/5/0/1
Dynamic DiscsGuardPutt & Approach2/5/0/0.5
Pilot vs Guard
How Pilot and Guard compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadePilot 1 vs Guard 0.5Diameter21.2 vs 21 cm (+0.2)Height1.9 vs 2.1 cm (-0.2)PlasticsPilot 21 vs Guard 12PricePilot is cheaper ($0.04 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
Streamline DiscsPilotPutt & Approach Dynamic DiscsGuardPutt & Approach Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
2/5/0/1
2/5/0/0.5
Stability≠
Overstable (+1)
Stable (+0.5)
Beginner score≠
61/100
63/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠2/5/0/1
Stability≠Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠61/100
Est. carry230 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth≠1.5 cm
Rim width≠1 cm
Max weight≠175 g
Bead≠Beaded
Plastics≠21
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$10.95
Flight rating≠2/5/0/0.5
Stability≠Stable (+0.5)
Beginner score≠63/100
Est. carry230 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth≠1.6 cm
Rim width≠0.9 cm
Max weight≠174 g
Bead≠Beadless
Plastics≠12
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$10.99
The Verdict
Pilot or Guard?
Main difference: fade (Pilot 1 vs Guard 0.5). The Pilot fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Guard finishes straighter.
Pilot: OverstableGuard: Stable
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FAQ
Is the Pilot or Guard more overstable?
The Pilot is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0.5). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Pilot or Guard?
A beginner is better off with the Guard (beginner score 63/100 vs 61/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Pilot and Guard?
Main difference: fade (Pilot 1 vs Guard 0.5). The Pilot fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Guard finishes straighter.
Which is cheaper, the Pilot or Guard?
The Pilot is cheaper, starting around $10.95 vs $10.99.
