5 Best Disc Golf Discs Every Golfer Should Try (2024)

This six-disc set of golf discs includes one putter, one midrange disc for approach shots and three drivers including two fairway drivers and a faster distance driver option for beginners who might need a bit more range. Bonus: The pack also includes a mini disc to mark your shots so you never lose your spot.

One Amazon reviewer wrote, "For the money, this set gives you a bit of everything and has a few discs I feel are designed to fight the leftward slice. I've personally found these helpful for the mid-range and distance driver." If, despite your best effort, your throws tend to drift left as well, you might want to consider trying this set.

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With more than 6,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, this disc golf set is ideal for newbies and advanced players alike. While the set includes some advanced discs that aren't the lightest options for a beginner, an experienced player will appreciate the mix, including a mini disc so you can mark your shots.

One online reviewer picked up the set to start playing with new friends at college and wrote, "The set has been great; seems to be durable and all the discs work well. It allows me to play with my friends without spending much on individual discs."

While the exact discs that you'll receive may vary, this set will include one putter, one midrange and two drivers. The wide, crisp rim on the driver will give you maximum distance, while the putter is made for your shortest shots. Bonus: The set comes with a bag to hold all the discs.

One reviewer appreciated the carrying case: "As you get better, you might want a larger bag, but this will serve you well for keeping it in the car with a few discs if you want to stop off and play a round. There is also a good selection of discs for a starter."

The weight of all the discs is on the lighter side, which is great for beginners (though you may eventually want heavier discs if you continue to play and improve your game).

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Stamped with graphics that reflect the Kalevala, a 19th-century Finnish work of poetry that, similar to the Oddessey, explains the creation of Earth (including the king, queen, crown, warship and more), these discs are not only rooted in Finnish culture but are also well constructed. Users raved about the consistency and accuracy of this disc golf set compared to others. Users say the discs, especially the midrange ones, have a good grip and hold a straight line when thrown.

Some reviewers did warn that the softer plastic can scratch easily, so be aware of concrete and other harsh hazards on the course.

Interested in playing disc golf with a partner or even your significant other? Try this matching set of discs for two. It comes with six discs — two sets of three identical discs including a driver, midrange and putter — plus a mini disc and a carrying case.

"The bright discs are easy to find, and the bag makes for easy carrying," wrote one reviewer. "There is room in the bag for the set, plus two or three extra discs."

Another reviewer found the discs to be incredibly durable and wrote, "They have ended up in ponds, streams, trees, and mud while playing. Easy to clean and spot due to the bright colors."

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To find the best disc golf discs currently on the market, our editors spoke with disc golf players to gain more insight into the category and to better understand what to look for in golf discs. We considered design features, durability and variety (for sets), and we reviewed online shoppers' comments to assess performance in the real world.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or you're new to the game of disc golf, be sure to prioritize the following when shopping for the best discs:

✔️ Variety of discs: Disc golf discs can be sold individually but also as a set that will contain options for various purposes (i.e., a driver or putter or midrange). If you're just starting out with the sport, a set is a good bet to make sure you have each type of disc to play a hole. For those more advanced, you may find higher quality options by purchasing individual discs to add to your set.

✔️ Material: Many golf discs are made with plastic, but it's important to note how durable the plastic is. A premium or pro plastic is a thicker material; it adds more weight to the disc itself — which may feel more advanced —but it tends to resist damage better. A softer disc may get beat up and scratched more easily, especially if you're still working on your accuracy, but it will generally be lighter. If you're new to the sport, a lighter, softer plastic should work fine, even if it gets some bumps and bruises. As your game progresses, you can upgrade to heavier, more premium durable plastic discs.

✔️ Price: If you're a beginner, you'll likely do well with a set that's under $50. If you're already a diehard disc golfer, you might want to invest more in higher-quality discs. You tend to get what you pay for in terms of durability and usage.