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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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Thought Space AthleticsCruxMidrange5/4/0/2
Prodigy DiscMX-3Midrange5/4/0/2

Crux vs MX-3

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

Key differences

Diameter21.4 vs 21.7 cm (-0.3)Height2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.1)PlasticsMX-3 15 vs Crux 0PriceMX-3 is cheaper ($10.99 less)

Flight Paths

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Thought Space AthleticsCruxMidrange
Prodigy DiscMX-3Midrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Crux
5
MX-3
5
GlideStays aloft
Crux
4
MX-3
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Crux
0
MX-3
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Crux
2
MX-3
2
Specifications
Spec
Thought Space Athletics
Crux
Prodigy Disc
MX-3
Flight rating
5/4/0/2
5/4/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
46/100
46/100
Est. carry
282 ft
282 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.4 cm
21.7 cm
Height≠
2 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth≠
1.4 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight≠
177 g
180 g
Bead≠
Beadless
Beaded
Plastics≠
0
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PDGA Approved≠
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$18.99
$8.00
The Verdict

Crux or MX-3?

The Crux and MX-3 fly almost identically (5/4/0/2). Go with the MX-3 - it offers more plastic and weight options (15 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Crux: OverstableMX-3: Overstable
Where to buy
Crux
$18.99
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Best price
MX-3
$8.00
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FAQ

Is the Crux or MX-3 more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Crux or MX-3?

Both rate the same for beginners (46/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Crux and MX-3?

The Crux and MX-3 fly almost identically (5/4/0/2). Go with the MX-3 - it offers more plastic and weight options (15 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Crux or MX-3?

The MX-3 is cheaper, starting around $8.00 vs $18.99.

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Thought Space Athletics Crux
Thought Space Athletics
Crux
5 / 4 / 0 / 2
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Prodigy Disc MX-3
Prodigy Disc
MX-3
5 / 4 / 0 / 2
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Thought Space Athletics Crux vs Prodigy Disc MX-3: Flight Numbers