Battle Of The Belly Band Holsters! - 10X Tactical, Comfort Tac, and Lirisi Review 

The issues you're having with these belly band holsters would definitely be remediated by actually putting this on your belly. Maybe this video should be redone?

I always thought these were geared towards like basketball shorts or sweatpants. Stuff without a belt

I haven't ever been that interested in a belly band until I actually got one and they are by far the best way to carry truly concealed. I have that Comfort Tac I got off Amazon as a gift for Christmas. I wear it when I walk my dog wearing active yoga type long pants with shorts overtop and an under armor undershirt and a hoodie. It works great with my P365 and will hold two extra mags and a knife and flashlight or OC Spray and since mine is a 2019 model it has that seperate specific magazine pouch that you can put anywhere and it was very comfortable so much I kept it on all day and made trips to the grocery store after my walk and trips to work to run into my Headquarters to do some computer work then stops in convient store and now sitting at my desk it's on...for $19.99 it's amazing considering I have HUNDREDS AND HUNDREDS of dollars in all types of excellent holsters. It works for my mid-size CZP07 AND P10 as well as my Ruger LCR revolver but really feels the best with my P365. You can also wear it up high just under your chest and all different areas like appendix to where ever. I prefer 3 to 330 so my natural fall of my arms completely covers my buldge. BY THE WAY I DON'T USE THE STRAP...The one that came with my newer model Comfort Tac has a snap strap but i just tuck it behind the band. Also not sure why you tested this type of holser with a belt as it's designed to use without any belt at all.

I wear a belly band all the time. Because it doesn't pull the pants downward from the weight. I see no need for a retention band if you are wearing it inside the waist band the belt and pants will hold it secure. Makes it much more viable for me.I carry a glock 26 and forget Im wearing it. Its that comfortable.

The key to the retention straps, they're only necessary if u are literally jogging, I always leave my retention strap unengaged, unless I'm running.

I wear my belly band on my belly and not inside my waist band, I thought that was the idea!

They're supposed to go around your waist, not your hips. And yes, those are two different areas. Wear the belly bands properly, and *then* review them.

you have to wear the band higher. having it stuck in your pants is not what it's intended for. go buy a iwb holster for that. I own the comforttrac and I have no issues.

These are best used over SWEATS. No belt involved. I own the CT and find it very comfortable. The draw isn't an issue. Unsnap with the left hand while drawing with the right...easy squeezee. These BB's are very effective for non belt holsters. I own other holsters to use with belts. Don't expect 1 holster to be used for every situation is my motto. Highly recommended while wearing sweats out in public.

I’m very active and wear basket ball shorts and sweatpants a lot. The comfort tac belly band is by far my favorite holster overall!

The current Comforttac Deep Concealment product addresses the issue of the hooking loop. It has a snap at the top now. Works very well for me and the reasons I bought it. Thanks for the video. 👍🏾

Wouldn't a magnet strap work better? One strong enough to hold it in yet easily released as you pull the gun? Just saying.

i wear a belly band holster on my upper stomach, between my chest and stomach, while I'm wearing scrubs at work, it's really the only method that i can wear without risking being fired

Seriously....WHY are you wearing that under your belt? It's called a belly band for a reason It's not an IWB band you have It trapped under your belt. Is this a video on how NOT use a belly band?

Well if I’m wearing pants with a belt then I use a regular holster belly band is geared more towards sweet pants and gym shorts and like a couple of other comments said you don’t have them on your belly

I have the lirisy. However you spell it. I love it. I wore it today for about 12 hours and barely felt while I went and walked through out several malls and stores. I don't use the button flap thing. I just tuck it between my belly and the band. It stays and doesn't move. And today was 100 plus degrees Fahrenheit. Only cost me 16 bucks too.

Lots of people like to use them at the waist while wearing shorts or sweatpants. Wearing them above your waist makes it very hot especially during the summer months. Firearms instructors don't recommend them for multiple reasons mainly being they are unsafe to holster.

Did anyone notice that he has the pistol group noticeably higher when he's using the 10x Tactical Holster hardly a fair and honest review.

I would just have the pull tab on the back of the slide and just push it forward with your thumb.

Messy Buns and Guns has a great idea. Add the Crossbreed modular velcro kydex inserts on the velcro on the belly band. Gives u ur trigger guard and the ability to hold the gun.

Man those who carry one in the chamber solute to you. Yall got balls...for now.

Agree with others these are mainly for those wearing basketball shorts and other sports clothing. The pocket you kept putting the magazine into is for your cell phone or wallet. Most other bands come with a separate Velcro attachment for the magazine.

10x Tactical is no longer selling on Amazon and there website is redirected to a virus page? are they no longer in business?

I have the Lirisy one and a defensive gear one and both work well. It is mainly to use when you are wearing gym shorts and have no belt on. I live in Houston and it is hot here 10 months of the year. These bands work fine for my guns and you don't need the retention strap either. As long as you secure it good to your body, it will hold all day long.

There is a 4th option and the option what I use for my EDC and that's the Undertech Undercover The Original Belly Band from The Glock Store. There is no retention strap, it's inexpensive and works perfectly fitting in multiple magazines, my Ruger LCP, knife and pen light.

For about 3 years now, I’ve been using an Undertech belly band (without the retention strap) with a MIC holster. After trying numerous Kydex and belly band holsters, this is the setup that works best for me.

You should test these while running outside. I think that’s why a lot of people buy belly bands; Or maybe a someone wearing scrubs etc. That pocket that you’re always wondering about is probably for a phone. You should test these with gym shorts. Not cargo shorts with a belt.

I agree with the last comment. You using these like a belt holster. Belly band holsters are to de around your belly, not below the waist line. That is there intent. If you want a belt holster, get an IWB holster.

I've used a basic belly band nearly everyday since 08, never had a retention strap and have never needed one. These seem over engineered but they should have kept it simple instead. Carried Glock 19, Bersa 380cc, Rugar LCR, and Taurus G2 without any issues.

Just got a cheapo walmart belly band for cc... I have to say, at least for my body type, a belly band is the best cc decision I've made. I was super hesitant about a purchase so I went cheapo but it's way better than anything I've had. Minimal print w side or rearish carry, no pinching or discomfort,... and you can still cary w shorts and a t-shirt! If you're interested but hesitant, don't wear pants n a belt 24/7, try one out!

would you be wearing gloves in a real life situation?!?!? If it doesn't fit......

It works for me on my 1911 get rid of the retention once u pull the band it will stretch and tighten your gun.Thats an appendix position not belly.😎

on the Comfort TAC the other pocket is for a cell phone ...the mag pouch is velcroed to the other side if needed and mine was included

On the 10x, as you draw push the loop forward as one motion with going up and towards target. Much smoother as opposed to pulling loop back then moving hand and pistol up and forward. Also putting the locking loop on all of them over what is at that position, the loosest point of security. Pull it over the top of the slide. It’s much more secure.

the zipper pouch is probably for ID/CC permit

I like the concept of the strap keeping it in place. However, it seems that a retention strap with a thumb release would make better sense on the design. Also the extra pockets should accommodate the size of the magazines.

Was looking to purchase this belly holster. Previously I used a couple with a velcro retention system over the pistol grip. In my humble opinion the belly holster should ONLY be used if you wear sweat pants, basketball shorts or other similar athletic wear. It makes NO sense to utilize a belly band holster if you're wearing pants with a belt (you should just use an in-the-pants holster, there are many out there that are comfortable and aren't bulky). Since I've been wearing belly band holster for years this 10 X model seems great because of that tab release (eliminating having to reach your finger into your pants to release the retention system), I've used the velcro for years so my motor skills are pretty fluid WEARING ATHLETIC WEAR. Wearing pants you're always going to snag your finger or struggle to draw. And of course, I went on Amazon and they're sold out, with a caption that states we dont know if this stock will be replenished. Which sucks, because this would seem to be the most desired fit out there. Just an opinion from an LEO.

Lol. Tests a BELLY band by wearing it on his waist

You should check out the Brave Response version....retention strap snaps between the grip of the gun and your body so your thumb is in perfect position to flick it open as you take your grip. Most ideal I have found thus far.

I had to switch to a belly band due to many carry belts for a holster causing me severe pain in my hip opposite my weapon. Love it so far and no pain, and don't even realize I'm carrying my weapon physically

One change to the middle one would make it better. (If you are going to wear it all the way down inside your pants that way.) Make the strap coming across the top, from leather. Make it reach just far enough over the handle of the gun that the end is on the outside side of the handle of the gun. Put the male part of the snap on the end of that. Now put another leather snap on the outside of the holster with the female part of the snap on that. Pull the back strap over the handle. Push the outer strap against it to snap it together. Now, to draw the gun, simply push outward on the outer leather strap to unsnap it and draw. You could almost do it in one motion.

Check out the Crossbreed belly band. Kydex holster wrapped in a two-piece elastic belly band. Kinda hard to explain, I've tried 'em all. Crossbreed is the best, imho.

Belly Band Holster! Not waist band holster They are supposed to go high abs lower rib cage Other then that I do enjoy all his other videos great reviewer but he reviewed these products wrong that's all

Living in SoFla I spend a good amount of time walking around in bathing trunks. The only use these belly bands are good for is to be worn high on your waist and over your trunks with a subcompact gun such as a Shield or a J Frame for a quick draw option and of course covered with a nice loose t-shirt . By wearing them over your trunks or pants you eliminate the issue of digging inside your pants for the retention snap. The neoprene looses it grip fast after some use and will come undone and you will drop your weapon if you're not paying attention. Thank God that only happened while I was still home and was able to catch the gun on the way down and without issues because the trigger is covered in these bands. The second time it happened I threw the thing in the trash. If you're going to use a belly band the best bet is an elastic one with velcro and fussy side combination. I have adapted something I saw on line where I will wear my leather belt with the holster over my bare skin under my trunks with the gun grip sticking out of the waist line in a normal AIWB or 1-4oclock position. Once I pull the trunks over the belt and gun I will slide the trunks elastic band under the holster clip to make sure I don't loose the gun under the trunks' elastic/draw string. I wish I could remember whose video it was but he carried his gun this way with one of those stiff nylon tactical belts, but because it chaffed his bare skin he had to adapt a bicycle tire tube to fit over the belt. I have worn the leather belt and holster on bare skin for over six hours multiple times and have yet to have any issues. It's a hybrid holster, leather backing with kydex shell.

I use a comforttac as my secondary. They now have snap straps plus velcro mag pouches. I carry a glock 45 pulled up a little less than halfway up. I can cross draw with it easily. On my hip my drawing side I have a glock 40. I have no complaints at all with the comforttac. You just have to figure out exactly your best way to wear it.

I think you'll find a micro pistol fits pretty well in that smaller pocket. I glued a fabric holster inside the pocket, snugged it up nice . Just a thought

I have the undertech belly band and I love it for my springfield xd subcompact 9mm....Im 5'9 only 140lbs and I can conceal my EDC extremely well for my slim frame. Mine doesn't have a retention strap but they have one with a retention strap as well. The pistol stays in place well, I can wear sweats or gym shorts with no issues. Also works well under my jeans and belt. Draw is very fast and smooth.

They made some nice changes to the comfort tac holsters. By far my favorite now.

These work well even if you wear a belt. Since it’s so much wider than a belt the actual force per square inch on you is much less. You also never feel like a gun is hanging off of you. The concealed nature is also better because their is no clip so it’s much smoother and it’s very close to you. Mine also has an extra mag holder that is Velcro removable. It’s nice going to the bathroom if you use a public bathroom and the gun isn’t connected to your pants or belt. I don’t use the retention strap and have never felt worried at all. They put the strap on for people who are vigorously exercising. I don’t use mine for normal daily use. The only bad part is reholstering is tough. I also use it with guns with an external safety since it doesn’t have a hard shell.

It's a BELLY band not a WAIST band holster. If you going to carry while having a belt then why not use a holster lmao. That is more for wearing exercise close like shorts and tshirt for the gym or running at the trails. Sorry bro but your experiment is flawed because it's not dealing for the intended use.

I like appendix carry so I like a gun with a safety. I don’t EVER put my trigger finger on the trigger until I’m ready to fire but with the safety I don’t stand the chance of the trigger being activated by something getting in the guard activating the trigger by mistake! I have always had guns with safety’s so I have always trained with them. I started shooting before Glocks were invented and that no safety trend became so popular. Hooray, for old school!!!

I have comfort tac. I wear mine up high. It works great but I don't use strap. The extra pocket is for a knife. I use that pocket for extra clip it holds gun and extra magazine very well.

I have used the comfort tac belt when I would carry a small pistol in a loose short, the system seemed designed more for thr band to be at your belly area so the hook and loop was accessible. If its there the draw is actually not bad because as you reach for the gun sliding your hand across would actually be effective enough to undo the hook and loop. Worked for me but the material was the down fall.

I just got the deep concealment version by Comfort Tac and it has the retention strap button higher for quicker access. I have a g19 but it really feels great with my g26. Plus it came with the velcro mag pouch which was a plus.

The idea of a belly band holster is not to be used as a regular holster would, but as an alternative when you are not wearing a belt. For example with athletic pants or shorts and you would wear the belly band a little higher than the waist, not like with regular pants.

I’d just cut off that retention strap on any of these. In a stressful situation, why would you want to be worrying about that. I do like the fact that these can be used in the summer with shorts and a loose T-shirt. I’ve seen vids where they’re worn higher up so they’re not truly IWB holsters. May have to grab one and try it out. I saw one on Amazon that had a moveable mag pouch - sized properly for a mag.

The 10x tactical is the only one not available on Amazon right now...? Ironic

The new comfertac is a snap on the gun strap. And u can order velcro back magazine holders and add as many as u want.

Great video! I thought you did a very fair unbiased review of all three!

As others have said, I don't think belly bands were designed to be worn that low. I personally don't think any soft structured holster IWB is a good idea for various reasons.

I just bought a Can Can sport belly band for $50. Tons of amazing reviews on it.

I'm guessing holstering should be done like a pocket carry holster. Holster the gun, then put it on. As for the over the top retention strap, is it possible to go over the slide instead of going around the grip?

Maybe instead of the pulltab, two separate tabs that velcro together? They would have to be made of nylon webbing instead of neoprene probably because you wouldn't want them to stretch too much and separate the velcro. Just a thought. Also, pretty cool that 10X is responding to comments.

With the last one you checked I think that tab should go over the back of the slide and when you draw you should be able to draw without having to pull the tab up and over but it should be more of a organic movement when you draw it slides forward over the slide so one quick movement

In that small velcro pouch You could put a small tourniqute or something like that

Not wearing it the intended/designed way...it's a belly band...not a below the belly band

You need to take those gloves off, for a “realistic” test. You might as well just open carry with those things on.

What if you pull the tab off towards the slide of the gun instead of pulling it off at the grip ? It looks like it might be faster and less travel. Either way I like the last one better, great video! 👍🏻

I know I am late to this but if you don't wear these partially In your waist band...only partially...so if the velcro fail and it will fail at some point you won't have it drop to the ground.

This brand went out of business but not before taking orders, receiving payment, but never shipping them out. You might want to take this video down.

Jesus that was nerve wracking to watch. That one that you reach down and have to swipe up to undo the snap, can you imagine if you pressed into the trigger guard while doing that. They all suck though. I understand some people want the cheapest thing they can get but seriously get a good leather, kydex or hard plastic type holster. You can get decent basic hard shell holsters from concealment express I believe it is for like $35( not sure if it's kydex or molded plastic of some kind but it's still good). Got one for my shield and it works fine. If you want to spend more Vedder holsters are my favorite but for the love of god no one should by a straight neoprene holster to hold a loaded gun...especially one without a safety. You should have some better protection of the trigger guard.

Unless you're doing tumbling moves while carrying, what's the purpose of the straps? Your belt and the belly are keeping the gun from moving. Anything else is flotsam...i.e. junk getting in your way.

Also it works great outside the waistband, providing you have long enough cover garment

Have you done a review or tried the BRAVE RESPONSE HOLSTER? I use it everyday under sweats (my everyday wear) it’s extremely comfortable...try it out I’d love to see your review of it...

Most belly band ads show the band worn considerably higher, which would make the retention strap more accessible

It would seem to me the primary advantage of any belly band is versatility (ie. ability to adjust between appendix, cross, chest, deep, etc.), so using these in just one position really and offering up a recommendation solely on that basis really doesn't give them much of a fair shake. I'm not sure a belly band would be my primary choice for deep, so on that point I'd agree - reading reviews, it seems that in just about any other position they have more fans than critics... Just FYI it also appears comforttec may have done away with the tab/hook and gone to a snap. I bet any of these would make a fine addition!

The hook and loop might be best being pushed out of the way with your fingers on the down stroke. Use any of the 4 fingers, should be hard to miss with fingers together

i had a tornado holster the button snap was on your thumb side of the firearm simular to releasing te safety on a 1911 u swipe ur thumb down it catches the tab and pops the button meanwhile ur hand is on the gun at all times. should just incorporate that.

You're already doing a two-hand draw: Left-hand for the shirt & right-hand for the gun.... So, I would modify that two-handed draw: Try using your left-hand for BOTH the shirt & the tab. That might make your draw faster & more fluid. I envision a couple of different ways to do this technique... So, don't give up on the first attempt.

The secondary pouch is for a cell phone...maybe? Maybe two magazines would fit better in the secondary pouch? I'm guessing here. However, I love my 3-Speed Holster. I have two of them.

That's why you ride the shit above your waste line my man. I get what your saying, but there's so many levels to strap this belt on that don't require smashing it into your actual belt line That just complicates the hell out of it even more.

I think that extra big pouch is for a cell phone. I wouldn’t put my phone in it in my opinion. Defeats the purpose of concealment. Can that belly band holster be worn on the waist over the belt?

I run, so i could see the use for those other pockets. Keys, phone, running gel etc. im looking into these belly bands more toward CCW for running

I'm not sold. In order to draw you still have 2 separate motions. granted, it's much better than the other two. The only retention I see as usable in a life/death scenario is either a form fitted style with no retention or a thumb break that you flip with your thumb as you're forming your grip in the same motion. I have a bunch of OWB holsters yet one of the best is an old leather pancake holster I bought used at some gun show decades ago for next to nothing. Once you insert the gun a leather strap comes over the grip from the outside and snaps inside to a tab - the side towards your body. As I reach in to grab the gun my thumb just has to bump that tab and it unsnaps for me every time just as I get the grip in my hand, yet, I've never had it come undone when I didn't want it to. It all happens in only one motion. So simple yet so secure, I don't know why none of these manufacturers aren't incorporating this now! Sorry 10X, my search continues. "Hook & Loop" is Velcro, not the hook you're talking about. Granted, that system is all wrong and will get you killed. Finally, WTF is with the gloves??? Who goes to the range and tries to draw fast with gloves on???

Please please read this for your own good. You are missing the point of belly bands entirely and making a bit of a fool of yourself. If you are going to carry a big gun like a glock 19 and be wearing a giant gun belt of course you would be better off with a holster! The belly band is for deep concealment usually of small guns when you don't have a belt!!! Say a woman in yoga pants or dress. A guy in sweatpants or surf trunks. If you are going to evaluate a product please at least have some idea of how it's supposed to be used. Try with an appropriate size gun and clothing. Also realize it's not a training device!!! You put your gun in it and you leave it there until you need it to defend yourself... in other words probably never! The test you have devised is ludicrous. Its not a speed holster! It's a way to be able to carry when other options aren't available to you! Get it together man. You might be discouraging someone from carrying because they think there's no viable option for them. I would never put anything bigger than a single stack or an air weight revolver in one of those things. Think ankle holster size.

To those who complain that the belly band should never be in the waistband, bear in mind you do not want to fight muscle memory, and if you are in gym shorts and you're accustomed to IWB, then this would be a good way to do it when hitting the gym, or dealing with the hottest few months of the year.

What about Alien Gears Belly Band? More expensive but worth the additional money if you need to wear a belly band.

What size were the each of them? Shoulda went into that too. Thank you.

My comfort tac doesn't have a hook it's a snap. The company that sent that sent you that one to throw you off my suggestion is to get those other bands from the company it's self and not rely on the company that asked you to do the comparisons. That way you do your own research and get the best one each company offers that would be a good comparison. This was biased by the company that suggested the comparison.

I feel like reviews like this are set up a bit dishonestly. This is a BELLY band holster, which means it's supposed to be worn on the BELLY or around the chest. I'm sure that if they had been worn properly the results would have been MUCH different!

First thing I saw you go through and had suspicioun about was that front sight getting hung up

As we all know there are open carry states so what about open carrying one of these things looks pretty good for that too I want to watch forgets about that kind of looks like oversized duty belt

I know this is an older video, but does the 10x Tactical Holster still exists? I can’t find it anywhere

The zipper pouch would be nice for speed strips for a revolver.

Belly band is not designed for inside waistband. Though it can be used for that. If you are using it that way, then it eliminates the need for strap. Sooooooo just tuck it away.

I don’t think you’re supposed to wear the band low enough enough that the snap or hook are below the belt line.

Thanks for the good video. I think i will pass on all 3. . I dont need to to be caught in an extremely stressful situation ,and have to worry about a holster that may or may not work.

There's a company on Amazon that sells them with a magnetic retention strap. I would think you could release that just by naturally drawing the gun. Haven't tried it. So don't know for sure.

Dunno. As an older fat man, I would be unable to concealed carry inside my belt. I was hoping to conceal above my belt along floating rib line. Your demo tells me this belly band does not work for me. At 30 with 30 inch waist it might have worked decades ago. Your demo would be better for my thoughts if the. Entire belt bottom was adjacent to top seam on trousers. And draw from wide not appendix. Thanks for your posting. I know it takes effort to do them.