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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Westside DiscsCatapultDistance Driver14/4/-0.5/3
MVP Disc SportsNitroDistance Driver13/4/-0.5/3
Catapult vs Nitro
How Catapult and Nitro compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedCatapult 14 vs Nitro 13Height1.6 vs 1.9 cm (-0.3)PriceCatapult is cheaper ($1.96 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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MVP Disc SportsNitroDistance Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
14/4/-0.5/3
13/4/-0.5/3
Stability
Overstable (+2.5)
Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠
19/100
22/100
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
On Amazon
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Flight rating≠14/4/-0.5/3
StabilityOverstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠19/100
Est. carry≠462 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.6 cm
Rim depth≠1 cm
Rim width2.4 cm
Max weight≠174 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$18.99
Flight rating≠13/4/-0.5/3
StabilityOverstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠22/100
Est. carry≠442 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth≠1.2 cm
Rim width2.4 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$20.95
The Verdict
Catapult or Nitro?
Main difference: speed (Catapult 14 vs Nitro 13). The Catapult has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Nitro is easier to control.
Catapult: OverstableNitro: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Catapult or Nitro more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +2.5) - turn -0.5/-0.5, fade 3/3.
Should a beginner pick the Catapult or Nitro?
A beginner is better off with the Nitro (beginner score 22/100 vs 19/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Catapult and Nitro?
Main difference: speed (Catapult 14 vs Nitro 13). The Catapult has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Nitro is easier to control.
Which is cheaper, the Catapult or Nitro?
The Catapult is cheaper, starting around $18.99 vs $20.95.
