Brief Summary
This video presents a countdown of the top 10 best-selling 9mm handguns of 2025, highlighting their key features, target users, and price points. The list includes a range of options from budget-friendly to high-end, covering various sizes and functionalities suitable for self-defense, competition, and duty use.
- Walther PDPF Series: Known for ergonomics and ease of use, especially for smaller hands.
- Taurus G3C: A budget-friendly, reliable compact pistol.
- Springfield Armory Hellcat: A high-capacity micro-compact pistol with an optics-ready slide.
- FN 509 Tactical: A durable, versatile pistol with high capacity and suppressor-ready features.
- Sig Sauer P320: A modular pistol known for its customizable options and military use.
- Glock 17 Gen 5: A reliable, full-size duty pistol with enhanced accuracy.
- Glock 19 Gen 5: A versatile, mid-size pistol suitable for various purposes.
- CZ P-10 C: A compact pistol with an exceptional trigger and ergonomics.
- Sig Sauer P365 XMacro: A high-capacity, micro-compact pistol with a built-in compensator.
- Beretta 92X Performance: A high-end, all-steel pistol designed for competition and performance.
Walther PDPF Series
The Walther PDPF series is known for its user-friendly design and comfortable shooting experience. It is designed with smaller hands in mind, making it a practical choice for a wide range of shooters. Chambered in 9mm, it offers options for a 3.5-inch or 4-inch barrel, balancing concealability and accuracy. The pistol holds 18+1 rounds and features a performance duty trigger for a crisp, reliable break, along with super terrain slide serrations for a solid grip. It is also red dot ready and priced around $650, offering high performance without a high price tag.
Taurus G3C
The Taurus G3C is a compact 9mm pistol that provides solid reliability at an affordable price. It holds 12+1 rounds and weighs only 22 oz, making it easy to carry. The G3C features a smooth single-action trigger with a quick reset, enhanced grip texture, a tactile loaded chamber indicator, and a manual thumb safety. It was recognized as a best budget-friendly carry gun by Guns and Ammo in 2022. Priced around $300, it is a dependable option for first-time buyers or as a backup gun.
Springfield Armory Hellcat
The Springfield Armory Hellcat is a micro-compact 9mm pistol that offers high capacity and advanced features in a small package. It comes with a 13+1 round magazine, with an option for a 15+1 extended mag, while weighing only 18.3 oz. The Hellcat features an adaptive grip texture for a secure hold, a low bore axis for reduced muzzle flip, and an optics-ready slide. Priced around $600, it delivers premium performance in a compact, durable design, making it a popular choice in the micro-compact market.
FN 509 Tactical
The FN 509 Tactical is a robust 9mm pistol designed for military and law enforcement applications. It has a standard magazine capacity of 17+1 rounds, with extended magazines holding up to 24+1 rounds. The pistol features a threaded barrel ready for a suppressor, a low-profile optics mounting system with included adapter plates, and an aggressive grip texture. Originally designed for the US Army's modular handgun system contract, the FN 509 Tactical is priced around $900 and offers battlefield-level durability and performance.
Sig Sauer P320
The Sig Sauer P320 is a modular pistol known for its customizable fire control unit, allowing users to swap frames, slides, and calibers. It is chambered in 9mm and available in various sizes, from full-size duty pistols to compact carry models. The standard magazine holds 17+1 rounds, and it features a smooth striker-fired trigger. The P320 is optics-ready and has a reputation for toughness and dependability, serving in military and police forces worldwide, including the U.S. Army. Priced around $600, it offers flexibility and features for a variety of needs.
Glock 17 Gen 5
The Glock 17 Gen 5 is a full-size 9mm pistol known for its reliability and performance. It holds 17+1 rounds and features the Glock Marksman Barrel for improved accuracy. The Gen 5 model has removed finger grooves on the grip and includes an ambidextrous slide stop lever. It is built to function in various conditions and with different types of ammunition. Priced around $700, the Glock 17 Gen 5 offers excellent value and has a strong presence in both popular culture and professional use.
Glock 19 Gen 5
The Glock 19 Gen 5 is a mid-size 9mm pistol, often referred to as the "Goldilocks" of the Glock lineup due to its versatile size. It holds 15+1 rounds and includes the Glock Marksman Barrel for enhanced accuracy. The Gen 5 model features a grip without finger grooves and an ambidextrous slide stop lever. Known for its reliability, the Glock 19 performs consistently in adverse conditions. Priced around $700, it is a dependable and easy-to-use option for various purposes.
CZ P-10 C
The CZ P-10 C is a compact 9mm pistol that balances accuracy, comfort, and reliability. It holds 15+1 rounds and features a striker-fired trigger known for its clean break and short reset. The P-10 C has a low bore axis, aggressive grip texturing, and swappable back straps for enhanced control. Standard night sights and a price just under $500 make it a bargain for its features and performance.
Sig Sauer P365 XMacro
The Sig Sauer P365 XMacro is a micro-compact 9mm pistol with a high capacity of 17+1 rounds. It features a built-in compensator to reduce muzzle rise and recoil, a flat-face trigger, and an optics-ready slide. The XMacro also includes an accessory rail for lights or lasers. Priced around $850, it offers a combination of concealability and high capacity, making it a leading choice for concealed carry.
Beretta 92X Performance
The Beretta 92X Performance is a high-end, all-steel 9mm pistol designed for competition and performance. It holds 15+1 rounds and features an adjustable rear sight and optics-ready slide. The pistol's all-steel construction provides extra weight to reduce recoil and improve follow-up shots. Known for its precision machining and smooth trigger, the Beretta 92X Performance is priced around $1,300 and offers a combination of style and top-tier function.
