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-COMGemMidrange5/5/0/0
InnovaMako3Midrange5/5/0/0

Gem vs Mako3

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

Key differences

Diameter21.3 vs 21.7 cm (-0.4)Height2 vs 2.1 cm (-0.1)Rim width1.3 vs 1.2 cm (+0.1)PlasticsMako3 22 vs Gem 0PriceMako3 is cheaper ($5.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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X-COMGemMidrange
InnovaMako3Midrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Gem
5
Mako3
5
GlideStays aloft
Gem
5
Mako3
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Gem
0
Mako3
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Gem
0
Mako3
0
Specifications
Spec
X-COM
Gem
Innova
Mako3
Flight rating
5/5/0/0
5/5/0/0
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
56/100
56/100
Est. carry
290 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.7 cm
Height
2 cm
2.1 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.4 cm
Rim width
1.3 cm
1.2 cm
Max weight
174 g
180 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$16.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Gem or Mako3?

The Gem and Mako3 fly almost identically (5/5/0/0). Go with the Mako3 - it offers more plastic and weight options (22 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Gem: StableMako3: Stable
Where to buy
Gem
$16.99
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Best price
Mako3
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Gem or Mako3 more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Gem or Mako3?

Both rate the same for beginners (56/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Gem and Mako3?

The Gem and Mako3 fly almost identically (5/5/0/0). Go with the Mako3 - it offers more plastic and weight options (22 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Gem or Mako3?

The Mako3 is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $16.99.

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X-COM Gem vs Innova Mako3: Flight Numbers Compared