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-COMDraDistance Driver12/5/-1/2
Gorilla Performance DiscsHowlerDistance Driver12/5/-1/2

Dra vs Howler

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

Key differences

Diameter21 vs 21.1 cm (-0.1)Height1.8 vs 1.6 cm (+0.2)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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X-COMDraDistance Driver
Gorilla Performance DiscsHowlerDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Dra
12
Howler
12
GlideStays aloft
Dra
5
Howler
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Dra
-1
Howler
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Dra
2
Howler
2
Specifications
Spec
X-COM
Dra
Gorilla Performance Discs
Howler
Flight rating
12/5/-1/2
12/5/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
33/100
33/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
177 g
175.1 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$16.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Dra or Howler?

The Dra and Howler fly almost identically (12/5/-1/2). Go with the Dra - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Dra: StableHowler: Stable
Where to buy
Dra
$16.99
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Howler
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FAQ

Is the Dra or Howler more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +1) - turn -1/-1, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Dra or Howler?

Both rate the same for beginners (33/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Dra and Howler?

The Dra and Howler fly almost identically (12/5/-1/2). Go with the Dra - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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X-COM Dra vs Gorilla Performance Discs Howler: Flight Numbers Com