Whether you’re new to the concealed carry community or a long-time member, check out this list of our top 10 go-to handguns!
It can be a challenge selecting the best concealed carry gun. The team at concealedonline.com compare and contrast 10 compact guns, grading them on portability, stopping power, weight, handling and cost.
#1 – Taurus PT111
Perhaps our favorite, the Taurus PT111 is a perfect conceal carry weapon. The compact design and 13-round capacity make it a great IWB gun with features like manual safety, slide stop and tear-down bar.
But the best thing is the double-action/single-action mode — a potentially life-saving feature. When the slide resets the internal striker in preparation to fire the next round, the trigger is in single-action mode. If the round fails to fire, it automatically switches to double-action, allowing you to strike the same primer again. Pretty amazing stuff!
Portability: A+
Handling: A-
Weight: B+
Cost: A
Stopping Power B
#2 – Glock 26 Gen 3 (9MM)
If there was ever a handgun meant for carry, this is it! The Glock 26 boasts a small frame and short barrel that make it easy to conceal – plus it packs the punch of a 9mm!
But even with the small frame size, it has the same width of a full size Glock for improved grip and confident control. Plus, like a Glock, it has the same proven and reliability.
Portability: A-
Handling: A
Weight: B+
Cost: B-
Stopping Power: B
#3 – Springfield XDs .45
One of the best (though pricey) carry guns on the market, the Springfield XDs .45 has a single stack mag with 5 round capacity of .45ACP, plus you can add an extra round in the chamber if you like.
A steel slide and polymer lower ensure this 1-inch wide compact carry will always be there for you.
Portability: A+
Handling: B
Weight: B+
Cost: D
Stopping Power: A-
#4 – Smith & Wesson M&P 40C
As compact carry’s go, this one is a real winner!
The Smith & Wesson M&P .40S&W is super concealable, reliable and accurate. Standard features include a trigger safety + optional thumb safety and is gives you a lot of bang for you buck. Literally!
Portability: A+
Handling: 3
Weight: 4
Cost: 3.5
Stopping Power: 3
#5 – Ruger LCRx .38 Special
The latest in the Ruger “Lightweight Carry Revolver” line, this LCR compact comes with Ruger’s unique trigger system, designed to give double-action shooting a smooth, even trigger pull, which ensures shot accuracy.
Plus the exposed hammer enables single-action mode as well, making the Ruger LCRx .38 Special an exceptional all-around weapon for the concealed carry set!
Portability: A+
Handling: A+
Weight: A
Cost: B+
Stopping Power: A-
#6 – SCCY CPX-II
Tuck this in your waistband or under your shirt and you’re good to go! The SCCY CPX-II conceals like nobody’s business and is probably the newest, most affordable member of the concealed carry market.
This slim, lightweight, easy-to-use 9mm holds 10+1 rounds of 9mm, is a pleasure to shoot, and a fantastic carry pistol for the price. Adding to the mix SCCY’s excellent customer service and lifetime warranty make this a must-have!
Portability: A+
Handling: A
Weight: B+
Cost: A+
Stopping Power: B-
#7 – Beretta Nano
Sounds like some kind of smartphone but is in fact a perfect choice for concealed carry enthusiasts!
The super sleek Beretta Nano is practically guaranteed to never get stuck in a holster, waistband or purse. It sports no external safety lever, teardown lever, or slide lock to snag anywhere!
The size and weight make it a dream for concealed carry and the 9mm rounds can stop just about anything that comes up on you!
Portability: A
Handling: B-
Weight: B
Cost: B+
Stopping Power: B
#8 – Bersa Thunder .380
The Bersa Thunder .380 is a so compact it could literally fit in your pocket! This little-big-man carries 7+1 rounds of .380ACP and weighs a mere 23 ounces!
Sporting single and double-action trigger modes means an accurate, clean shot every time. Also features an external thumb safety for added protection while carrying.
Portability: A
Handling: B-
Weight: B
Cost: B+
Stopping Power: C
It can be a challenge selecting the best concealed carry gun. The team at concealedonline.com compare and contrast 10 compact guns, grading them on portability, stopping power, weight, handling and cost.
#1 – Taurus PT111
Perhaps our favorite, the Taurus PT111 is a perfect conceal carry weapon. The compact design and 13-round capacity make it a great IWB gun with features like manual safety, slide stop and tear-down bar.
But the best thing is the double-action/single-action mode — a potentially life-saving feature. When the slide resets the internal striker in preparation to fire the next round, the trigger is in single-action mode. If the round fails to fire, it automatically switches to double-action, allowing you to strike the same primer again. Pretty amazing stuff!
Portability: A+
Handling: A-
Weight: B+
Cost: A
Stopping Power B
#2 – Glock 26 Gen 3 (9MM)
If there was ever a handgun meant for carry, this is it! The Glock 26 boasts a small frame and short barrel that make it easy to conceal – plus it packs the punch of a 9mm!
But even with the small frame size, it has the same width of a full size Glock for improved grip and confident control. Plus, like a Glock, it has the same proven and reliability.
Portability: A-
Handling: A
Weight: B+
Cost: B-
Stopping Power: B
#3 – Springfield XDs .45
One of the best (though pricey) carry guns on the market, the Springfield XDs .45 has a single stack mag with 5 round capacity of .45ACP, plus you can add an extra round in the chamber if you like.
A steel slide and polymer lower ensure this 1-inch wide compact carry will always be there for you.
Portability: A+
Handling: B
Weight: B+
Cost: D
Stopping Power: A-
#4 – Smith & Wesson M&P 40C
As compact carry’s go, this one is a real winner!
The Smith & Wesson M&P .40S&W is super concealable, reliable and accurate. Standard features include a trigger safety + optional thumb safety and is gives you a lot of bang for you buck. Literally!
Portability: A+
Handling: 3
Weight: 4
Cost: 3.5
Stopping Power: 3
#5 – Ruger LCRx .38 Special
The latest in the Ruger “Lightweight Carry Revolver” line, this LCR compact comes with Ruger’s unique trigger system, designed to give double-action shooting a smooth, even trigger pull, which ensures shot accuracy.
Plus the exposed hammer enables single-action mode as well, making the Ruger LCRx .38 Special an exceptional all-around weapon for the concealed carry set!
Portability: A+
Handling: A+
Weight: A
Cost: B+
Stopping Power: A-
#6 – SCCY CPX-II
Tuck this in your waistband or under your shirt and you’re good to go! The SCCY CPX-II conceals like nobody’s business and is probably the newest, most affordable member of the concealed carry market.
This slim, lightweight, easy-to-use 9mm holds 10+1 rounds of 9mm, is a pleasure to shoot, and a fantastic carry pistol for the price. Adding to the mix SCCY’s excellent customer service and lifetime warranty make this a must-have!
Portability: A+
Handling: A
Weight: B+
Cost: A+
Stopping Power: B-
#7 – Beretta Nano
Sounds like some kind of smartphone but is in fact a perfect choice for concealed carry enthusiasts!
The super sleek Beretta Nano is practically guaranteed to never get stuck in a holster, waistband or purse. It sports no external safety lever, teardown lever, or slide lock to snag anywhere!
The size and weight make it a dream for concealed carry and the 9mm rounds can stop just about anything that comes up on you!
Portability: A
Handling: B-
Weight: B
Cost: B+
Stopping Power: B
#8 – Bersa Thunder .380
The Bersa Thunder .380 is a so compact it could literally fit in your pocket! This little-big-man carries 7+1 rounds of .380ACP and weighs a mere 23 ounces!
Sporting single and double-action trigger modes means an accurate, clean shot every time. Also features an external thumb safety for added protection while carrying.
Portability: A
Handling: B-
Weight: B
Cost: B+
Stopping Power: C
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