The 9 Best Frisbees for Friendly Competition Outdoors

Best Overall

Discraft Ultra-Star Sport Disc

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Discraft’s Ultra-Star Sport Disc is our top overall pick because it’s expert-recommended for both casual and competitive play. This Frisbee is one of the official discs of the USA Ultimate Championship Series, so it’s perfect for serious competitors. (O’Neill also specifically recommends it for ultimate Frisbee players.) 

Made from durable plastic, Discraft’s Frisbee holds up to wear and tear. The disc’s contoured edges are easy to grip, and its aerodynamic shape makes it easy to catch and throw. It also comes in an array of fun colors, including a glow-in-the-dark option.

But what we love about this Frisbee is that it’s also great for casual use: “A Discraft Ultra-Star would be a good choice for throw and catch and casual play,” O’Neill says. However, its sturdy design means it’s heavier than other Frisbees on our list, which is fine for recreational exercise to round out fitness routines like working out on elliptical machines and weight-training.

Key Specs:
Material: Plastic | Diameter: 10.75 inches | Weight: 175 grams

Best Portable

Waboba Wingman Flying Disc

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“Waboba makes great discs that are awesome for casual play,” O’Neill says. Waboba’s Wingman Silicone Disc is small, soft, and squishy—but you can still throw it straight and far. It’s our pick for the best portable Frisbee because the silicone design allows you to fold it up and fit it in a pocket, then pull it out to play anytime you want. 

The soft material makes this Frisbee easy to grip and throw. With its 5.9-inch diameter, this disc is about half the size of a classic Frisbee. And it weighs just 51 grams when most standard Frisbees weigh 160 grams or more.

If you’re looking for a classic Frisbee, you might miss the traditional weight and design. But in general, we like the Waboba’s convenience and durability. 

Key Specs:
Material: Silicone | Diameter: 5.9 inches | Weight: 51 grams

Best Light-Up

Nite Ize Flashflight LED Flying Disc

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Light-up Frisbees make it easy to play your favorite disc sports at night. We recommend Nite Ize’s Flashflight LED Light Up Flying Disc because it’s expert-backed and easy to use.

This Frisbee is made from durable, water-resistant plastic, so you don’t have to worry about rogue throws ruining your game. Designed by a professional Frisbee player, the easy-to-grip disc is great for competitive sports or casual fun. And thanks to its 185-gram weight and balanced design, it’s ideal for long, even throws.

Lined with fiber-optic lights, this battery-powered Frisbee stays lit for up to 20 hours. And when it eventually goes dark, all you have to do is replace the batteries. Just note that the batteries do make this disc heavier, so you may need to adjust your playing strategy at first. 

Key Specs:
Material: Plastic | Diameter: 10.6 inches | Weight: 185 grams

Best for Long Distance Throws

Aerobie Pro Ring

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For a Frisbee that can go the distance, we recommend Aerobie’s Pro Flying Ring. It has a larger diameter than most others on our list, and it has soft rubber edges that give it an aerodynamic edge. Plus, the middle is wide open for catching wind gusts at just the right moment. 

The ring’s open center is also great for getting creative with catches and throws, as well as sharpening your coordination skills. But it also makes the Frisbee more likely to get stuck, so you’ll want to watch where you throw it. 

It’s also worth noting that this Frisbee won’t float, so you’ll want to keep it away from any water. 

Key Specs:
Material: Polycarbonate, rubber | Diameter: 13 inches | Weight: 159 grams

Best for the Beach

INNOVA Big Kahuna Heavyweight Ultimate Throw and Catch Disc

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Frisbees can make exercising at the beach even more fun. But if you don’t want to spend your day chasing your disc down the sand, we recommend a heavyweight option like Innova’s Big Kahuna Beach Frisbee. 

This Frisbee is made from thick, durable plastic. And while it’s the same size as a classic Frisbee, it weighs a little more. The 200-gram disc is perfect for tossing and catching during windy days at the beach. (It’s also great for adding some power to your throw.) 

Despite its weight, the easy-to-grip disc is still suitable for all skill levels and great for recreational or competitive play. That said, it might be a little heavy for younger players. We love that this Frisbee comes in a range of bright colors that are easy to spot. But although it’s designed for the beach, it won’t float in water, so it’s best for games on the sand. 

Key Specs:
Material: Plastic | Diameter: 10.8 inches | Weight: 200 grams

Best for Freestyle

Discraft Sky Styler Sport Disc

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“For freestyle, the Discraft Sky Styler is the best choice,” O’Neill, a two-time world champion in flying disc freestyle, says. “The plastic spins fast. [And] the rim is deep, which makes it easier to grip and do tricks with.” 

Like many of our other top picks, Discraft’s Sky Styler Frisbee is made from thick plastic. And although it has a 10.5-inch diameter, it weighs just 160 grams—about 15 grams less than a classic ultimate Frisbee disc. 

Thanks to its lightweight, user-friendly design, this disc is also ideal for recreational throwing and catching. It’s also one of the budget-friendliest options on our list, and it’s available in a range of bright colors. However, some users have found that it’s not as durable as other discs and can be prone to scratches and dents over time. 

Key Specs:
Material: Plastic | Diameter: 10.5 inches | Weight: 160 grams

Best for Disc Golf

Innova Disc Golf DX 3-Disc Set

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“In disc golf, you need a mix of drivers, putters, and mid-range discs,” O’Neill says. And with Innova’s Disc Golf DX 3-Disc Set, you can stock up on all three.

This set comes with three lightweight discs: the Innova Leopard, the Innova Shark, and the Innova Aviar. The Leopard is a driver, which means it’s great for long-distance throws, and its 0.6-inch rim is easy to grip. The Shark is a mid-range disc with an 8.5-inch diameter, making it the biggest of the bunch. And the Aviar, which is best for shorter throws, is one of O’Neill’s favorite putters. 

Since all three discs are easy to grip, throw, and catch, they’re great for competitive and casual use. However, the set is more expensive than many singular disc golf Frisbees are, and each Innova disc is too small to be used for ultimate Frisbee. 

Key Specs:
Material: Plastic | Diameter: 8.3 to 8.5 inches | Weight: 458 grams total

Best for Kids

Activ Life Kid's Flying Rings (2 Pack)

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Activ Life’s Kid’s Flying Rings are smaller, lighter, and easier to throw than standard Frisbees, making them our top pick for young players. Like other Frisbees, these discs are made from durable plastic. Center cutouts make these discs more aerodynamic, so they fly straighter than traditional Frisbees do. 

The design also makes these discs easier to grip and throw, especially for smaller hands. The rings weigh just 33 grams each. But they can travel up to 80 feet per throw, so they’re great for first-timers building their Frisbee-throwing skills. 

The rings are also designed to float in water to make them easy to retrieve. And they come in a range of fun colors and designs—including a glow-in-the-dark option. Just note that the open center means these discs may be more likely to get stuck in trees, bushes, or other hard-to-reach places. 

Key Specs:
Material: Plastic | Diameter: 9.6 inches | Weight: 33 grams each