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 DiscsSwanPutt & Approach3/3/-1/0
Lone Star DiscPrickly PearPutt & Approach3/3/-1/1
Swan vs Prickly Pear
How Swan and Prickly Pear compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadeSwan 0 vs Prickly Pear 1Height2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)PlasticsSwan 16 vs Prickly Pear 0PriceSwan is cheaper ($6.50 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Westside DiscsSwanPutt & Approach Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Prickly Pear
Flight rating≠
3/3/-1/0
3/3/-1/1
Stability≠
Understable (-1)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score≠
63/100
59/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠3/3/-1/0
Stability≠Understable (-1)
Beginner score≠63/100
Est. carry234 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth≠1.4 cm
Rim width1.1 cm
Max weight≠175 g
Bead≠Beadless
Plastics≠16
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$11.49
Lone Star Disc
Prickly Pear
Flight rating≠3/3/-1/1
Stability≠Stable (+0)
Beginner score≠59/100
Est. carry234 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.8 cm
Rim depth≠1.3 cm
Rim width1.1 cm
Max weight≠176 g
Bead≠Beaded
Plastics≠0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
Swan or Prickly Pear?
Main difference: fade (Swan 0 vs Prickly Pear 1). The Prickly Pear fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Swan finishes straighter.
Swan: UnderstablePrickly Pear: Stable
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FAQ
Is the Swan or Prickly Pear more overstable?
The Prickly Pear is more overstable (stability +0 vs -1). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Swan or Prickly Pear?
A beginner is better off with the Swan (beginner score 63/100 vs 59/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Swan and Prickly Pear?
Main difference: fade (Swan 0 vs Prickly Pear 1). The Prickly Pear fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Swan finishes straighter.
Which is cheaper, the Swan or Prickly Pear?
The Swan is cheaper, starting around $11.49 vs $17.99.
