What Is The Ultimate Micro Compact EDC Pistol? 

I'm glad you made this video, it reminds me of my transformation from a nobody to good home, honest wife, $75k biweekly and a good daughter full of love ❤️

Complaining about the shield plus that you shot for this video not being cut for an optic when there is optic cut versions and not shooting it with the 13 round or 15 round factory mag when youre shooting the glocks with shield mags 🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️

My main gripe with this video is that whenever it comes up to Smith and Wesson, they are using the earlier models like with the hinge triggers and/or lesser magazine sizes. They are not giving Smith and Wesson a real chance. The Shield Plus comes in factory with a better trigger and a 13 or 15 magazine size. There is a cutout for an optical sight as well. Don't forget about the 3.6 barrel MP 2.0 as well.

How about a summary chart at the end of the video showing the ratings!

I thought micros are supposed to be small so why judge them negatively because of size.

Honest Outlaw is my go to

Just to note that the shield plus comes with a 10 - 13 round mag and the Smith Equilizer 15 round can also be used with the shield plus. I usually use the 13 round mag with it. Make sure you guy are presenting the full facts about these micros.

Shield plus FTW

Yall woke up and thought "hmmm, what fan boys can we butthurt today"?

Having all them muscles and complaining about grip and snappiness is insane 😂 😅😂😅

Springfield hellcats are extremely underrated. Perfect for pocket carry and if you want throw a 17 round hellcat pro mag in it!!! NOTHING BEATS IT AND THE RELIABILITY IS A1💯‼️

Kinda oxymoron to make a micro/sub compact with 2 big handed guys. Why not invite guest (especially a female) with smaller hands? The ratings could’ve been so much different on the smaller grip guns. Especially when the most common low rating from Aaron & Kaya was based on a small grip.

Shield Plus optics cut with extended magazine is the answer.

Rumor has it that ER nurses watch this channel to fantasize about their arm veins. The best pistol is the one you can afford to buy and train with.

Why would you guys test the LC9 S and not the Max9, which is Rugers actual Micro 9 entry? Also, you didn't mention the G2C, which is arguably a better gun than the G3C (and you didn't mention the fact that the G2/3C is actually SA/DA, which is the reason for the trigger.

My EDC is a Shield Plus Optics Ready (no safety) and I absolutely love it. I honestly can't think of a carry gun I'd want more even spending up to $1200 or so. It's light, compact, easy to carry, comfortable, great trigger, I shoot it well and actually like the stock night sights on mine.

Glock 26 with 12-round mags and some 33-round mags in case the SHTF.

You can get pinky extensions or extended mags with mag sleeves for every single gun you crapped on for having a short grip.. None of them should be deal breakers, lol 😂

Shield plus comes with a 12 round mag as well and allows you to get a better grip

Can’t wait for the day Walther releases a slimline. The F model is the same thickness as the full sized and grip is same height as the compact. Might as well just get the regular compact. F model just has less trigger reach for smaller hands. The day they release a slimline PDP I’ll gladly replace my G48

I'm a fan of the Sig P365 for its solid capacity in such a small frame, but I also think the Glock 43X deserves mention for its slim profile and reliability. At the end of the day, it’s all about what you shoot best and feel most comfortable carrying every day

Aaron has slowly persuaded me towards sig. I carry now a sig x compact. Used to carry glock 19 or Glock 45

Shield plus comes with 10 and 13 round mags. 15 also available. Plus the optics ready are 450 everywhere pretty much. Not sure why the iffy shield arms mags are included in the info for the Glock 43x. I would not trust them for CCW. they have way too many reported issues. seems as if there was an unfair bias with the glock. the 43x also does not come standard with the optic cut and is close to 500 at most stores for the MOS.

Yall cheated S&W the shield plus has 10-13-15 round mags

Yall missed the mark. You’re trying to find the best MICRO COMPACT and then complain about the small sizes.

Yall do these firearms a major disservice not including the extended magazines for those that come with them....

If it comes with extended factory mags (Hellcat, Shield Plus, etc.) run them with it or mention it or don't talk about the grip size. Also, if it comes with an Optics Ready version. As most do now, mention it as well.

I run the S&W Shield Plus but with the Equalizer magazine. Fills out the grip a LOT better and bingo takes it to a 15 + 1 Micro.

Yeah usually Kaya is a smith guy. Not sure why the shield was somewhat misrepresented. You get a 13 round mag with the gun and you can get a 15 round

Is it just me or there was no CZ P-10 variant in the video?

Makes video title about MICRO compacts, starts off with a 26 which is a SUB compact.

Ruger Max 9 - I came into one unexpectedly and really like it. I also really like my 43x

Should of grab the shield plus that's optic cut and the 13 round mag that it comes with Mt wife shoots that gun perfect you guys could have a different opinion

summer carry - Hellcat w/13 rd mag all other seasons - Glock 19

Fan of your channel, but we differ in what a Micro is. To me a Micro easily fits in my cargo pants/shorts front pocket. The Shield, Glock 43 OG, & Beretta APX Carry (& J frame snub revolvers) are what I rotate to pocket holster carry. It’s concealability, not comfortable grip or fast reload. And that heavy revolver like trigger on the Beretta is a plus when you pocket holster carry & were raised on DA revolver triggers. Good video though.

I edcthe g3c, i love it minus the heavy trigger pull, switch it out with timney triggers and golden

love to see best "summer/gym pocket .380 pistols" and then best micro 9mm for summer/gym AND belted EDC?

So glad the bbr is finally being shown some love

Seecamp 2" barrel, 11.5 ounces, indestructible, smooth double action a true get-off-me backup micro pistol. Hellcat, 6 inches long, 4 inches high, 1 inch wide, and weighs 17.9-18.6 ounces. I consider a true micro a one-hand pistol, a back-up not a main carry. In general, I really like your videos. This one is just about "small" carry pistols. A chart is a good suggestion.

I'm surprised the Diamondback DB9 Gen 4 didn't make it to your testing table.

I know they discontinued it. But the CZ rami is a great sub compact. It's a mini cz 75. Double/ single action, hammer fire, alloy frame. Comes with 10 round and 13 round with extended grip. 3" barrel. The alloy frame gives it a little weight to help the recoil. It definitely should be on the list!

Since you had the p365 and 365xl, I think you should have had the Shield Plus and the Carry Comp/ Performance center by Smith. I think that Carry Comp is something special. 😊 thanks for all you are doing, and Keep banging!

Timestamps would be nice, maybe a score too for easy ref. Other than that, good vid.

Gonna take a while. Speed 1.5x. Play.

Try carrying these in gym shorts and see which ones you can jog in without trouble. That’s why I downsized to the Glock 42 for EDC. Carrying a firearm can be very inconvenient if it’s too big or heavy. Depends on what clothes your wearing, what activities you will find yourself doing while carrying to make the right choice. Just because you “like” one particular gun based on its functions and/or looks, its not a great choice for EDC if it’s printing or dragging your shorts/pants down or flopping around or uncomfortable. Your own personal body size and shape has something to do with your choice also. If your like me 5’7 164lbs and a fit build you find it hard to properly and comfortably conceal a lot of pistols. That’s why I sold my 43x and carry a 42. And I have extra mags on me usually since it’s a low capacity pistol.

365XL but no Hellcat Pro? Seems like a few SC guns made it into the MC category without all the SC's.

I carry the Hellcat OSP, why was it not in the list. The hellcat is very accurate and it is a great carry gun. it's not a competition gun, but as a carry gun it is an outstanding gun. It didn't even make your list. wow.

Interesting I see alot of reviewers other than Honest outlaw say that the shield is snappy. Yet most people say it is the least snappy of all the carry guns without comps.

Hellcat osp, holosun 507k, tlr-7 sub, apex trigger and carry with 15 round mags. Works well for me. Definitely hard to get a grip with 10 round mag but much better with 13s and 15s

Give Aaron some bug spray. My boy's arm is going to be swollen from all those bug bites...lol

Walther PDP-F Pro for the win

The Double stacked mag pistols are subcompacts. The stackinahalf mags are for micros. With that being said, the full size length on micros are getting out of line and inching into subcompact/compact territory.

Bul armory sas ultralight comp chefs kiss 👌🏾 best of the best

Since you don’t mention it had to be a 9mm. I think the bodyguard 2.0 is a surprisingly easy gun to shoot and the shoot ability per size per cost ratio has it as a definite winner.

They come with an optic ready, night sight, 3 lb trigger AND a pinky extension in the box… i think i paid $449… and it had a $75 rebate at the time I believe.

Next video should feature those available with a comp. I know the 365 comp isn't the greatest but there's a noticeable difference between it and my mom's Equalizer, which has a longer barrel

The Shield Arms 15 round mags for the 43x have had so many issues over the years and that’s the last thing I want in the back of my mind while carrying.

Never understood how some people shoot guns with just foam inserts for their ear protection.

Ok, I get complaints about the grip on the 26. A Pierce pinky floor plate solves that problem. But like you said, right out of the box. So why does the 43x get points for having availability for aftermarket mags? Right out of the box means right out of the box.

For my EDC, it's Hellcat Pro everyday. Sometimes my CZ P01 in the winter months.

One of the most underrated CZ P10sc

I do like my S&W CSX. Great little pistol that I carry in my pocket with a pocket holster.

You started with talking about the category but included things like the Glock 26 (sub compact) VP9SK (sub-compact) and PDPF (subcompact crossover) These guns are all to thick to be compared to Micro compacts. Also all of the single stack pistols demonstrated are not exactly micro-compacts with the new definition of this term referring to everything in the category of the p365. I think we should simply refer to them as micro pistols or pocket pistols

Maybe a part two with a couple of the newer styles of M&P (Carry Comp?), and if you can find one in the states, Masada Slim.

Love this series!

I would like to see a video of compact 1911 for every day carry. Price, capacity, accuracy to 70 yards, sights available, what upgrades are available, dose it accept radicals, and barrel length 3 to 4 inches. Price point $400 to $1300. I would really appreciate it if you would. This is what I'm looking for don't know where to start and I'm interested in your opinions. New subscriber

I usually carry a Springfield XDS 9 3.3”, love the feel and weight

Love to see you brothers doing great reviews.

what is the scale. 1 to 10 or 1 to 8? if its 1 to 10 some of those would be 10

I have a GX4 that has a 4.5 pound trigger pull out of the box. The field strip take down is one of the easiest I have seen. My EDC is a Canik TP9sf Elite that is a dream to shoot.

The 26 gets knocked down as is, but the 43x gets boosted because it has aftermarket mags. Not exactly being fair.

PART 2 MUST, show the CZ P10 S !

Xds .45 in the factory paddle all day. Kimber .380 in my pj pocket all night. Pinky base plates on all mags

Put the tisas px9 carry for the next video

I agree with you guys! Except that form me the best version of the 365 its the x macro but the sar 9 sc and the shadow system after the365 are my rotations

I think the guys are biased towards the models they are used to. Since the video is apparently geared to novices, an ideal EDC gun should address the main deficiencies of inexperienced users. Which are: lack of muscle memory and psychological training (hence no manual safety), sensitivity to recoil and flinching (hence frame and slide made of the heaviest metal available, Tungsten, gold, depleted Uranium), possibility to switch to very light trigger pull for slow but accurate extra long shots (hence DA/SA), protection against an accidental trigger pull (hence long and heavy 15-lb. first trigger pull, acting as safety). The models that fit the bill are all-stainless (in absence of depleted U) P229 or CZ75-compact Italian or Turkish clones. A good EDC should have a size of a Derringer and a weight of 1911: small and extra heavy.

I'm still carrying my SA XDs 9 with the 9rd mag +1 in the chamber I prefer the slim slide but I've been wanting to "upgrade" to a red dot sight cut high on my list is the Canik METE MC9

Disappointed you guys didnt rate the canik a little better, considering is has such a good trigger. (I carry one 😅) Also the CZ p10s could have been on here as well

Have various sizes of p365 depending on how I'm carrying/what I'm wearing that day

No CZ P10S?

Does Kimber not make a 9mm? I know they make a 45 compact. Amazing little firearm.

I'm really considering getting rid of my LCP Max. It's only accurate out to about 25 yards for me and that's just I can hit a torso sized target at 25 yards pretty reliably. It's just not a great pistol for more than up close.

The trigger on my gx4 is great not sure why the one you reviewed is so heavy but I did get the extended mag to go with it

I like the chunky rock island. Im gonna have to find one to rent. Chunky and small is good for strong hands. Prevents over extension of muscles. Specifically for one handed shooting. I didnt know about the bbr.

I was literally just looking at a colt 1908 vest pocket and really want one but i got a springfield hellcat with 3" barrel on my edc list and 450 -550 is way cheaper than 700 to 2500... i do want a stacatto but the price point just isnt within range for me...

Smith and Wesson Csx best EDC

Aaron is allergic to whole numbers😅

IMHO, the best micro on the table was the Walther. Handles well, needs nothing. But my pick would be a Beretta PX4 Sub. Sadly, discontinued. A sub that acts like a full size. Hammer fired, chunky girl. But uses f/s mags. 20 rounds if you want. A Bul Axe outshoots that Shadow Systems....At half the price.Buries any Glock..I had an LC9S.. Snappy..But a good striker that'll shoot the crappiest ammo if needed.The Mete is #2.. AWESOME. Maybe best for the price..That Rock Island? Never shot it, but I like it.

Can you guys make a video about optics on 20 inch barreled ar 15 besides the acog

I dont have small hands at all, but im 5'5" short and 150 lbs on a fat day... 145 lbs normally, so if im not wearing overly baggy sweats, concealing isn't exactly easy... smaller is definitely better for every day carry purposes...

Glock 26 is the original and still a favorite... My 2 recently produced favorites are the Ruger Max 9 and Shield Plus.

I had the RIA BBR 3.1 in .45ACP and liked it. Id probably like it better in 9mm. I've also had Glock 43 and 42 and 26/27... I know many 'tubers thoughts about 5.7x28mm but I still think it would be interesting to have a compact or subcompact. Anyone?

Before watching this, the Reflex should win.

G26 with 12rd mag is all i need👌

I really love my PPQ SC. I wish they would do a PDP SC.

So which one had the highest average score?

First of all, the best carry gun is the gun you actually carry every day regardless of what caliber it is. That being said, I have never been disappointed by my Beretta 3032. So sure make more videos to try and sell more guns

This video was a miss. Also, you need to include the Kimber R7 Mako in this conversation. It’s fine if these wouldn’t be your daily carry, but can’t knock them for for form factor when that is the point.

You compain about how short the grip on some guns is. It is as though you expect them to be sub compacts instead of micro compacts. People who carry micro compacts are probably looking for pocket pistols, as small as possible.

Gx4 …best thing smoking 💯