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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X-COMAriFairway Driver9/4/0/3
DiscraftRaptorFairway Driver9/4/0/3

Ari vs Raptor

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

Key differences

Diameter21.2 vs 21.3 cm (-0.1)PlasticsRaptor 40 vs Ari 0PriceRaptor is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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X-COMAriFairway Driver
DiscraftRaptorFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Ari
9
Raptor
9
GlideStays aloft
Ari
4
Raptor
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Ari
0
Raptor
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Ari
3
Raptor
3
Specifications
Spec
X-COM
Ari
Discraft
Raptor
Flight rating
9/4/0/3
9/4/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
31/100
31/100
Est. carry
362 ft
362 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.8 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
175 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$15.99
$14.99
The Verdict

Ari or Raptor?

The Ari and Raptor fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Go with the Raptor - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Ari: Very overstableRaptor: Very overstable
Where to buy
Ari
$15.99
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Best price
Raptor
$14.99
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FAQ

Is the Ari or Raptor more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Ari or Raptor?

Both rate the same for beginners (31/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Ari and Raptor?

The Ari and Raptor fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Go with the Raptor - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Ari or Raptor?

The Raptor is cheaper, starting around $14.99 vs $15.99.

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