What are the top compact carry picks for 2025

[HaRrY]

I am ooking for the best compact pistol for everyday carry in 2025. Reliability, size, and controllability matter most to me. Options like micro-compact 9mms and small single-stacks keep printing low. What models have you trusted this year for consistent concealment, shootability, and carry comfort, and price point?

 

[Brainyy]

I've been carrying a Sig P365 for the past year, and it's been great so far

 

[Just_Matt]

This year I carried a Sig P365, Springfield Hellcat, Glock 43X, and Shield Plus, each highly reliable, easy to conceal, controllable, and priced roughly between $400 and $650 depending on configuration and features

 

[HaRrY]

I've been carrying a Sig P365 for the past year, and it's been great so far

Nice, the P365's reputation for reliability and capacity in a tiny package is hard to beat. How do you find the shootability and comfort for daily carry throughout the day?

 

[HaRrY]

This year I carried a Sig P365, Springfield Hellcat, Glock 43X, and Shield Plus, each highly reliable, easy to conceal, controllable, and priced roughly between $400 and $650 depending on configuration and features

Nice lineup! Those all make good carry options. I've been curious how the Hellcat and Shield Plus compare in recoil and comfort for extended carry, any personal favorites between those four?

 

[Alan]

I've been carrying a Sig P365 for the past year, and it's been great so far

What do you love most about it?