9 Best 9mm Pistols [2022]: Home Defense, CCW, Competition

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It’s no secret that 9mm reigns supreme when it comes to both popularity and flexibility for handguns.

But with that popularity comes a mind-boggling amount of pistols to choose from when doing your research, but helping you get pointed in the right direction is precisely why we are here.

Is it just me, or does it always feel like there are simultaneously too many 9mm pistols but also never enough?

Today we are going to take a look at some of our favorite 9mm pistols for concealed carry, general use (home defense and range/fun), and competition.

Deal	Grain	Cost Per Round	Notes
Norma Hollow Point	115gr	$0.29	Free shipping & only FL tax
CCI Blazer Brass	115gr	$0.40
Norma Hollow Point	108gr	$0.28	Free shipping & only FL tax
Winchester Hollow Point	147gr	$0.76
Sig V-Crown Hollow Point	124gr	$0.48
AAC 100 rd	124gr (OOS)	$0.26	Free shipping & only FL tax

Finding the perfect pistol can be hard, but that is why we all want to keep buying more, right?

Summary of Our Top Picks

Unfortunately, there is not enough room for me to include every gun I like on this list without breaking the internet, so keep in mind that this is absolutely not a definitive list by any means.

Best for Concealed Carry

1. Sig Sauer P365XL

It should be no surprise that a P365 variant would make the list. These guns are immensely popular and have quickly become a go-to recommendation throughout the gun community.

The Sig P365XL holds 12 rounds of 9mm in a gun that is only 1 inch wide. Couple that with good ergonomics, factory night sights, an optics-ready slide, and a flat-faced trigger, and you have a winner.

While the regular P365 is still the king for deeper concealment, I find that the XL’s slightly longer grip and barrel improve handling and shoot ability without adding too much bulk that it still isn’t easily tucked away.

My Sig P365XL with the Holosun EPS Carry is an easy shoo-in for pistols that make my regular carry rotation.

Accuracy has been excellent on all the models I have tested, given the size of the gun. Oh, and if there is anything you want to change, the aftermarket for these guns is massive.

Best for Concealead Carry:

For more details on the P365XL, check out our full review here.