Soft vs Hard Promotional Frisbees: Which Should You Choose?

Frisbees are a fun and low-cost way to get your logo into the hands of customers and staff. We supply both soft foldable frisbees and classic hard frisbees – each with its own strengths. This guide helps you determine the best option for your next branded promotion.

Soft Fabric Frisbees – Foldable and Portable

Our Soft Foldable Frisbee is made from lightweight fabric that folds neatly into a matching pouch. They’re safe, flexible, and easy to store in bulk. Because they weigh next to nothing, they’re great for mailout campaigns, kids’ events, or as quick giveaways at outdoor activations.

Advantages

1. Portable & Space-Saving: Easily foldable, taking up minimal storage space. The size makes them easy to mail via Aussie post and even easier to store in a draw.
2. Safe for All Ages: Lightweight fabric reduces the risk of injury, making it great for children, offices, or casual indoor play.
3. Cost-Effective: Lower production costs, making them ideal for large-scale promotions.
4. Eye-Catching Branding: The whole fabric surface allows for creative and large-area customisation of logos.
5. Indoor Use: Ideal for small indoor spaces (e.g., office spaces or events with limited room) as they don’t fly as far, reducing the risk of damage.

Disadvantages

1. Limited Flight Distance: Won’t fly as far or fast as a hard frisbee, limiting their use for sports or significant outdoor events.
2. Lower Perceived Value: Some may view them as less premium due to the soft, foldable material.
3. Durability Concerns: While flexible, they’re more prone dmage, especially if exposed to the sunshine or rain over time.
4. Limited Outdoor Use: Not ideal for strong winds or outdoor conditions that might cause them to lose shape.

Hard Plastic Frisbees – Durable and Long-Lasting

Our Classic Hard Frisbee is moulded from solid plastic, offering a firm flight and long-lasting use. They feel more premium in hand and are often kept for years. These are best suited for sporting clubs, outdoor festivals, and community days where you want your brand associated with active fun and enjoyment.

Advantages

1. Durable & Long-Lasting: Built to withstand outdoor use and repeated play. These frisbees can last for years. Many simply store them in a boot of a car.
2. Better Flight Performance: Fly straight and far, making them ideal for outdoor events like sports tournaments, festivals, and community days.
3. Premium Feel: Perceived as a higher-value promotional item, making them an excellent choice for exclusive or high-end giveaways.
4. Widely Used for Sports: Competitive frisbee is actually a real thing in Australia!

Disadvantages

1. Risk of Damage Indoors: If used indoors, they may cause dents, scuff marks, or damage to walls, making them unsuitable for small or indoor spaces.
2. Larger & Bulkier: Take up more space when storing or shipping, making them less convenient for bulk mailouts or events with limited storage.
3. Higher Production Costs: Generally, they are more expensive to produce than soft fabric frisbees, making them less suitable for large promotional runs.
4. Heavier & Less Safe: The solid plastic construction can pose a higher risk of injury. Throw it hard at someone unsuspecting and it will hurt a lot.

Which One is Right for You?

1. Choose soft frisbees if you’re running a large-scale promotion, need a budget-friendly option, or want a safe product for children and office play.
2. Choose hard frisbees if you want your brand associated with sports, durability, and higher engagement over time.

Some clients even combine both — using soft versions for mass giveaways and hard frisbees as premium gifts.

Branding Options

Both frisbee styles can be custom printed with your logo. Bring us your logo, or utilise our in-house graphic designer (prices start at $35 per hour). Printing options include full-colour digital or pad print, depending on your choice of frisbee.

Best-Selling Colours

Bright shades like red, blue, and green remain the most popular for promotional frisbees, but we also supply neutral colours such as white and black for brands wanting a clean look.

Practical Tips for Businesses

1. Match your audience – Schools, youth programs, and family events usually prefer soft frisbees. Sports clubs and community festivals favour hard frisbees.
2. Think environment – If your client spends a lot of time indoors then choose soft. Hard frisbees shine outdoors where they can fly long distances.

Final Thoughts

Both frisbee styles offer great branding potential — it simply comes down to how you’ll use them. Soft frisbees are cheap, flexible, and office-friendly, while hard frisbees deliver long-term brand exposure outdoors.

Ready to buy? You can view our range of promotional frisbees here or alternatively call us on 1300858288!

About the Author

Charles Liu

Owner

Charles Liu is the Founder and a recognised authority in the promotional products industry in Australia. With over 17 years of experience, he has guided Cubic Promote to work with over 10,000 Australian organisations. His specialty is helping Aussie companies select the right products that stay within their budget. He also specialises in sourcing and assisting brands and government agencies in selecting corporate gifts for VIPs and high-profile clients. A regular contributor to industry blogs, Charles shares his expert insights on using promotional products to achieve business goals. Charles’s deep understanding of industry trends and strong supplier relationships make him a trusted figure in the sector, continually influencing the development of promotional product strategies that deliver tangible, measurable results.