Compare Disc Golf Discs
Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.
Build your comparison2 of 4 discs · ready
X-COMGemMidrange5/5/0/0
Legacy DiscsGaugeMidrange5/5/0/1
Gem vs Gauge
How Gem and Gauge compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadeGem 0 vs Gauge 1Diameter21.3 vs 21.8 cm (-0.5)Height2 vs 2.2 cm (-0.2)Rim width1.3 vs 1.2 cm (+0.1)PriceGauge is cheaper ($3.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
Legacy DiscsGaugeMidrange Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
5/5/0/0
5/5/0/1
Stability≠
Stable (+0)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠
56/100
52/100
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Beginner, Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠5/5/0/0
Stability≠Stable (+0)
Beginner score≠56/100
Est. carry290 ft
TypeMidrange
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height≠2 cm
Rim depth≠1.3 cm
Rim width≠1.3 cm
Max weight≠174 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$16.99
Flight rating≠5/5/0/1
Stability≠Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠52/100
Est. carry290 ft
TypeMidrange
Recommended skill≠Beginner, Everyone
Diameter≠21.8 cm
Height≠2.2 cm
Rim depth≠1.4 cm
Rim width≠1.2 cm
Max weight≠180 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$13.99
The Verdict
Gem or Gauge?
Main difference: fade (Gem 0 vs Gauge 1). The Gauge fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Gem finishes straighter.
Gem: StableGauge: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Gem or Gauge more overstable?
The Gauge is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Gem or Gauge?
A beginner is better off with the Gem (beginner score 56/100 vs 52/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Gem and Gauge?
Main difference: fade (Gem 0 vs Gauge 1). The Gauge fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Gem finishes straighter.
Which is cheaper, the Gem or Gauge?
The Gauge is cheaper, starting around $13.99 vs $16.99.
