G26 or M&P compact

[Ghostrider_23]

I am in the market for a compact 9mm and I thought I wanted to buy a XD 9mm Sub, after hearing that they are not very accurate I am thinking about the Glock 26 or the M&P compact which has had great reviews.

Do any of you out there know and can give me pointers on the G26 and the M&P?

Which would you choose and why, please explain reasons

How is it's accuracy?????

How well does it point and shot????

How doe sit carry?????

Any problems with either pistol????

 

[lunde]

Both are outstanding pistols. The edge goes to the M&P9c for ergonomics, and its ability to change palmswells further enhances its ergonomics. Size-wise, they're comparable, with the Glock being ever so slightly smaller. But at the same time, the Glock feels ever so slightly bulkier, at least in my hands. With a flush magazine, the M&P9c has a slight edge in capacity, at 12+1, compared to 10+1 for the Glock 26. You honestly cannot go wrong with either.

Although what you see below is the Glock 33, it has the same dimensions as the Glock 26:

And, here is the M&P9c:

 

[strat81]

I chose the G26 because it was the smallest of the weapons I considered. Weapons I considered include the M&P, XD-SC, 2075-RAMI, P2000SK, and P99C.

 

[dhoomonyou]

GLOCK has the proven track record.

I never buy ANYTHING in the first few model years.

Let them get the bugs out.

 

[eggie]

m&p compact, fits my hand and no recoil.

 

[OHtard]

m&p c

i vote for the m&p. i have both. the m&pc fits my hand better. that is not to say that the 26 is not a great gun. if you can get to shoot both, do that then decide.

 

[longeyes]

GLOCK has the proven track record.

I never buy ANYTHING in the first few model years.

Let them get the bugs out.

I'm with you on that one.

The G26 is a superb, proven firearm.

 

[zahc]

I think it's a matter of ergonomics. I bought a M&P because I could stand to hold it in my hand. It's been 100% reliable and I don't regret it. I've been surprised to hear that the G26 is smaller; if it is, it sure doesn't seem like it.

 

[MikePGS]

The glocks barrel is slightly longer than the XD (half an inch) which in my opinion gives it the edge.

 

[lunde]

Glock 26 barrel length = 3.46 inches
Smith & Wesson M&P9c barrel lngth = 3.5 inches

Basically they're identical with regard to barrel length.

 

[Autolycus]

I would go with the Glock 26. I have heard nothing but praise for it. The others are fine I am sure but I dont think that they are nearly as proven as Glock.