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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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X-COMHeliosFairway Driver6/5/-3/1
MVP Disc SportsSignalFairway Driver6/5/-3/1

Helios vs Signal

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

Key differences

Diameter21 vs 21.1 cm (-0.1)Height1.6 vs 1.5 cm (+0.1)Rim width1.6 vs 1.2 cm (+0.4)PriceHelios is cheaper ($6.96 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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X-COMHeliosFairway Driver
MVP Disc SportsSignalFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Helios
6
Signal
6
GlideStays aloft
Helios
5
Signal
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Helios
-3
Signal
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Helios
1
Signal
1
Specifications
Spec
X-COM
Helios
MVP Disc Sports
Signal
Flight rating
6/5/-3/1
6/5/-3/1
Stability
Very understable (-2)
Very understable (-2)
Beginner score
65/100
65/100
Est. carry
310 ft
310 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner
Beginner, Everyone
Diameter
21 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.6 cm
1.2 cm
Max weight
166 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$13.99
$20.95
The Verdict

Helios or Signal?

The Helios and Signal fly almost identically (6/5/-3/1). Go with the Helios - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Helios: Very understableSignal: Very understable
Where to buy
Best price
Helios
$13.99
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Signal
$20.95
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FAQ

Is the Helios or Signal more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -2) - turn -3/-3, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Helios or Signal?

Both rate the same for beginners (65/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Helios and Signal?

The Helios and Signal fly almost identically (6/5/-3/1). Go with the Helios - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Helios or Signal?

The Helios is cheaper, starting around $13.99 vs $20.95.

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X-COM Helios vs MVP Disc Sports Signal: Flight Numbers Compared