# YYF Northstar V. Protostar **URL:** \ **Category:** Looking for Help/Recommendation\ **Created:** [October 28, 2011, 12:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062 "2011-10-28T00:00:56Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 13\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![toastedyoyos](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/toastedyoyos/32/959_2.png) [@toastedyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/toastedyoyos)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2011, 12:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/1 "2011-10-28T00:00:56Z")
so I just got a Northstar and was wondering, what is the difference between the Northstar and Protostar? ---
**Author:** ![Slade\_Riggs](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/82dd89/32.png) [@Slade\_Riggs](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Slade_Riggs)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2011, 12:10am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/2 "2011-10-28T00:10:02Z")
The protostar is lighter and has just a little less spin time than the northstar. In feel they are a tiny bit diffrent, the protostar is light and pretty fast while the northstar is just a tad heavier and almost as fast. Personaly I like the protostar more, just because the northstar has a wierd feel to it…almost like it feels like it is about to run out of spin but it has a good amount more. The protostar has a great amount of spin as well but the northstar just beats it even though it feels like it want to quit.?(it is just wierd). But you will probably get pretty diffrent views if more respond to this that are completly diffrent than mine, so you really need to get both and try them both out. ---
**Author:** ![toastedyoyos](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/toastedyoyos/32/959_2.png) [@toastedyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/toastedyoyos)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2011, 1:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/3 "2011-10-28T01:49:38Z")
I’ve noticed it does feel like its about to die, but i still get about a good minute or 2 left of throw out of it ---
**Author:** ![JeiCheetah](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/jeicheetah/32/612192_2.png) [@JeiCheetah](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/JeiCheetah)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2011, 1:52am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/4 "2011-10-28T01:52:10Z")
The protostar is just a better yoyo. Simple as that. ---
**Author:** ![Domin123](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/57b2e6/32.png) [@Domin123](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Domin123)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2011, 9:13am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/5 "2011-10-28T09:13:06Z")
The Northstar simply feels more solid, while the Protostar feels floaty. It depends on what kind of play you want from the yoyo. ---
**Author:** ![toastedyoyos](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/toastedyoyos/32/959_2.png) [@toastedyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/toastedyoyos)\ **Post date:** [October 28, 2011, 3:08pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/6 "2011-10-28T15:08:24Z")
i dont really like light yoyos that much. but the rockstar i like even though its abit light ---
**Author:** ![Slade\_Riggs](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/82dd89/32.png) [@Slade\_Riggs](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Slade_Riggs)\ **Post date:** [October 29, 2011, 2:09am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/7 "2011-10-29T02:09:54Z")
> [@Jayyo](#): > > The protostar is just a better yoyo. > > Simple as that. Yes, in my opinion, this. ---
**Author:** ![mmckinse3056](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/b4bc9f/32.png) [@mmckinse3056](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/mmckinse3056)\ **Post date:** [October 29, 2011, 2:29am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/8 "2011-10-29T02:29:20Z")
I have a northstar and I really don’t like it. I prefer the protostar. ---
**Author:** ![toastedyoyos](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/toastedyoyos/32/959_2.png) [@toastedyoyos](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/toastedyoyos)\ **Post date:** [October 29, 2011, 6:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/9 "2011-10-29T18:33:00Z")
i guess ill have to get a protostar and try it ---
**Author:** ![brandoide1](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/brandoide1/32/662_2.png) [@brandoide1](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/brandoide1)\ **Post date:** [October 29, 2011, 8:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/10 "2011-10-29T20:44:21Z")
I’m not a huge fan of either; in my opinion they are both way over-rated. … But if I had to pick one, it would be the Protostar- But that’s because I tend to like lighter yo-yos more than heavy ones. Note: We have had similar threads numerous times before…  :-\ > **[protostar or northstar?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,22217.0.html)** > > hey guys i cant decide between a northstar or a protostar i like all the specs on both, but which oone is better for horizontal play?? k thnx bye1 > **[3a protostar or northstar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,20419.0.html)** > > i ahve a superstar so i can kinda guess what proto might feel like bet have never tried the northstar? can someone tell me about northstar and reviews about either or a comparison betwen the two thanks > **[RecRev Sharp, Protostar, Northstar, or etc?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,32412.0.html)** > > I am looking for ONE yoyo. The Sharp is just amazing and beautiful. I’ve used one before. The Protostar looks beautiful in grey and its always been an all time fav. The Northstar is very awesome. I just hate the small vibe it has. My budget is... > **[Protostar vs Northstar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,32083.0.html)** > > Between Protostar and northstar, which one is better? > **[protostar or northstar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,28957.0.html)** > > Hey guys, can’t decide which to get. I know that the northstar is a little heavier than the protostar, but are there any other differences? Which one would you reccomend? Thanks for the help! > **[protostar or northstar?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,32538.0.html)** > > well, protostar or northstar what do you prefer. > **[counter attack, northstar or protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,31848.0.html)** > > WARNING COULD BE A LONG POST FOR YOU Before you say “northstar FTW” I need he following q. answered for the three yoyos counter attack, northstar and protostar does the counter attck/northstar/protostar… feels solid and not hollow? have an easy... > **[Need some HELP (at least read this!)](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,34274.0.html)** > > If I’m wasting your time, sorry, but if you’re here to help, then coolio. I have a serious dilemma on my hands and I need a solid answer QUICK. I’m having trouble picking a Norhtstar or Protostar. With the release of the neon collection coming out... > **[Northstar vs Protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,21417.0.html)** > > ok i wanna know for 1a,3a,5a what is better north star or protostar > **[Northstar vs Protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,25681.0.html)** > > Which is better and why??? > **[Northstar or Protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,28511.0.html)** > > ??? > **[protortar or northstar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,27504.0.html)** > > i asked jon ando and he said protostar well of course he designed it. so protostar or northstar i cant choose. so you decide > **[Yuuksta or northstar or protostar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,20340.0.html)** > > Yuuksta or northstar or protostar witch of these have the best stability and the smoothest? and what do the pros use? > **[SFX vs Protostar vs NorthStar](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,22303.0.html)** > > I've recently got some money to get a new plastic, and at first i thought i was going to get an SFX because I tried my friends and it is good, but I've read some reviews and I think I might get the protostar or northstar. I like string tricks and... > **[The Yoyo Factory Northstar, Protostar, or the Grind Machine?](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,27465.0.html)** > > Which one should I get and which sleeps longer? … I don’t mean to sound like an admin or mod, but please search your topic in the seach box above before you make a new thread about it. Thanks  :wink: ---
**Author:** ![anonyo](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/8baadc/32.png) [@anonyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/anonyo)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2011, 6:17am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/11 "2011-10-30T06:17:22Z")
We’re going to see repeats from time to time. Search is kind of a lost art. Plus, if something is over 3 months old, then there’s the whole “necro” stuff. But I have a Protostar. I like it, it’s not a favorite, but I like it. I don’t dislike it, but I just have lots of other stuff that I like better, such as the DM2, my CLWY’s, OD’s and many others. I am planning to get a Northstar as well. Overall, I have had good luck with the YYF products I own and like YYF as a company. ---
**Author:** ![Rika-chan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/rika-chan/32/767_2.png) [@Rika-chan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Rika-chan)\ **Post date:** [October 30, 2011, 6:41am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/12 "2011-10-30T06:41:31Z")
> [@Brandon1](#): > > I’m not a huge fan of either; in my opinion they are both way over-rated. > > … But if I had to pick one, it would be the Protostar- But that’s because I tend to like lighter yo-yos more than heavy ones. > > Note: We have had similar threads numerous times before…  :-\ > > [protostar or northstar? - Yo-Yo Reviews - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,22217.0.html) > [3a protostar or northstar - Yo-Yo Reviews - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,20419.0.html) > [RecRev Sharp, Protostar, Northstar, or etc? - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,32412.0.html) > [Protostar vs Northstar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,32083.0.html) > [protostar or northstar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,28957.0.html) > [protostar or northstar? - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,32538.0.html) > [counter attack, northstar or protostar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,31848.0.html) > [Need some HELP (at least read this!) - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,34274.0.html) > [Northstar vs Protostar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,21417.0.html) > [Northstar vs Protostar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,25681.0.html) > [Northstar or Protostar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,28511.0.html) > [protortar or northstar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,27504.0.html) > [Yuuksta or northstar or protostar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,20340.0.html) > [SFX vs Protostar vs NorthStar - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,22303.0.html) > [The Yoyo Factory Northstar, Protostar, or the Grind Machine? - Looking for Help/Recommendation - YoYoExpert](http://yoyoexpert.com/forums/index.php/topic,27465.0.html) > > … I don’t mean to sound like an admin or mod, but please search your topic in the seach box above before you make a new thread about it. Thanks  :wink: Why is it that whenever i see a link wall i know its you 😃 I DO agree though ---
**Author:** ![cdd1983](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/cdd1983/32/780_2.png) [@cdd1983](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/cdd1983)\ **Post date:** [November 1, 2011, 2:00am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/yyf-northstar-v-protostar/31062/13 "2011-11-01T02:00:35Z")
I like my northstar but I don’t own a protostar yet so I can’t really judge. I bought the northstar knowing that I was going to get a proto anyway. Seems like everyone agrees that they are both about the best plastics you can get though. Outside of heavily modded fhzs that is…let the plastic bashing begin 🙂