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Head - To - Head! Canik METE MC9 vs S&W Shield Plus
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- Опубликовано: 13 апр 2023
- Smith and Wesson Shield Plus meets the new Canik METE MC9. Both of these Micro 9 offerings at least 10 rounds of 9mm in their flush fit magazines, with larger capacity ones available as well. In this head to head review, we try to determine a winner. Which would YOU choose?
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I bought the SHIELD PLUS a week after it came out. Have atleast 5,000 rounds thru it. Yeah I shot it A LOT!!! AND I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. Not a single MALFUCTION. Honestly. With the 15 round mags. It's a PERFECT fit for my hands
I did the same thing and have had a very similar experience.
@Dogleg the slide release gets better over time. I like my wife's Sig 365 Macro with a custom XL grip. I thought about switching. Can't go wrong either way, I think. Being able to swap out the grip on the Sig is pretty nice though.
Good to know they are built to last. I am seriously tempted by this gun at $399.
@Dogglegg Lol.. Sigs and Kimbers. Get outta here man
@@usa174Yes get one, you won't regret it. Even if it's "yer only gun".. That makes no sense or difference whatsoever
IMO that's a very fair comparison and review. I have roughly 225 rounds through my Canik MC9 and it has been 100% reliable. It has outstanding accuracy belying it's size; it shoots like a much larger pistol. The one thing I think you missed was the pinky finger extension for the Canik 12 round magazine that gives a full three finger grip. The pinky extension is an accessory included in the Canik package.
I haven't had any issues so far. It's a nice shooter
Wow, I had one of these for 2 days and it wasn't reliable for crap. Worse piece if junk i ever bought. I've had hi points more reliable
@@jacktyleski7110, I'm at well over 400 rounds through mine now, all reloads. Not a single malfunction of any kind. The last 40 rounds were at an 8 inch steel disk at 25 yards and I hit it 40 times. It's unfortunate that yours wasn't reliable but all manufacturers turn out a bad one now and then. You were just unlucky.
@@jacktyleski7110 This is sadly the case with a lot of the lower priced options.
Good ones are good, but lemons are a lot more prevalent.
Yeah, 225 or 400 rounds really isn’t enough to “test” a pistol. Nowhere close.
The M&P line has a long track record of ultra reliability, can shoot pretty much any ammo brand without issues and will still function nearly flawlessly if you drop it in mud or freezing weather. Spare mags are also readily available at any gun store. If you're worried about 2 extra rounds, just carry a backup Equalizer mag and you'll have 15 extra
I totally agree. I have 3 Shields, and I'm very strongly leaning toward adding the 30 Super Carry. Only thing holding me back, is adding another caliber, and that'll probably be the only gun I have in that caliber. 30 SC ain't cheap!
Shield PROVEN
I have both and shot the Canik more accurately on it's first shots. I believe due to the trigger that is better. I have thousands of rounds through the shield too. After saying that, I'm one of the many that had to send the MC9 back to Canik to fix. So, the the Shield wins hands down at this point.
What was the issue with the Canik?
@@Davyw95 it was chewing up rounds as it was feeding the next round after firing which of course was not going back into battery. Even when it was not taking chunks out of the bullet tip, it had many failures to go into battery. Also, the mag release was terrible. You had to physically pull it out, but not all the time. I tried everything one would normally do when a gun needs to be "broken in". I also put 500 rounds through it. I was planning on carrying this gun and there was no way with all those issues. We're talking at least one failure per mag, sometime 3 or 4. Sucks, I hope they fix it.
@@warmonger1389 which gun u talking about
@@charlespresley8238 did you read my comments? The Canik
@@warmonger1389I had the same issue with the tp9 elite sc. traded it in for the mete mc9 and mine has ran flawlessly so far. They got some lemons out there.
Yeah, Canik is pretty damn good. No one likes to think they got ripped off and I've never seen so much effort to find problems with a line of guns like people have with Canik. They fly off the shelves at shops which is really the only metric that matters in the long run. I have way more expensive pistols I still love but gotta give credit where credit is due. Fact Canik comes up more and more ubiquitously in every single comparison shows that they're a market disrupter. I like that.
Shield Plus Performance Center owner. I have one in 3.1" and 4" and they shoot like a dream for me. I have heard the Canik is nice, but the Shields have been very reliable and accurate.
I agree. My upgrade from a Shield 1.0 to a Shield plus 3.1" PC was like going from a base Camaro to a Callaway Corvette. 🎯🔫😎 In this case, smaller is better, in regards to conceal carry. 😏
Same. MC 9 is nice I'm sure. But, I'm more than content with my 2 SP+.
@@J.Wick. I bought a MC9 and a elite tp9 SC and they out shoot my Hellcat and Sig p320 sucks to say USA is getting left behind by turkey/czech gun manufacturers
I never trust guns with “break in periods”. There may be an issue that pops up again when you least expect it. My shield has been 100% reliable.
So have the caniks tho so you can’t really say that
I found the shield plus to be a better shooter, less snappy and feels better in my hand. Canik has a great trigger, as all Caniks.
Caniks are the only factory triggers that are on par with the new trigger Glock released.
@@pewpewTN On par? It is most certainly better. Its not just Canilk, Walther as well have amazing triggers out of the box that are far better than anything Glock comes up with.
I have both and it comes down to which one you shoot better. The Shield is a fine weapon but I prefer the the Canik. Great trigger, it feels better in my hand and I really like the sights. Really not a fan of the 3 dot on the S&W. BTW I've ran over 500 rnds through the MC9 with 100% reliability.
The Canik has more capacity, red dot ready, has the ability to mount a light, has a better trigger, has replacable backstraps, and costs around the same.
Yeah......unless it shoots terribly or randomly explodes the Canik is just better for the price.
There IS a couple of things going against it tho. One of them, is huge. At least around here, we canNOT get them! Nobody has them on the shelves, our local FFLs say their distributors are backordered, and IF we can find them online, the dealers want maximum MSRP due to availability.
Obviously, as the new kid on the block aftermarket support has to play catch up. That's only a temporary con tho. It will clearly be a very popular pistol, and once it gets more into circulation, more and more people will be offering holsters, and such for them.
That said there's also some pros that I can add to your list. 1) Magazines. It can use the mags from it's older, bigger brothers. This includes what are considered standard magazine, and the extended mags. Don't think that there are mag grip sleeves for them yet tho. 2) Canik throws a LOT into the box. If they were charging for all the case candy that they include, this would definitely increase the pricepoint by $100-150.
There is also an option (Again... if you can FIND it!) to purchase the MC9 with a Mecanik01 RDS *included* as a package deal for around an additional $100. That in itself is tremendous bang for the buck, and from what I have read and watched, the Mecanik01 is being very well received.
Definitely one of the best reviewers on RUclips.
The Canik MC9, is definitely at the top of my next gun list.
I bought a PC Shield Plus and it became my favorite pistol.
These are the 2 I narrowed down to but I'm going with S&W to support American manufacturers ! And I've heard the 15 rd Equilizer mags can be used in the plus.
2:34 He literally shows you the 15 rd Equalizer mag fitting into the Shield Plus
I'm a Shield Plus owner and bought four 15 round Equalizer mags a few months ago. Works great and has a lot of meat in the hand with this mag.
@@jivan093 I missed it as I was/am working and watched it in several clips.
All canik mags fit the mc9 up to 20rd. Just FYI. As long as you enjoy whatever you choose then you made the right choice. See ya at the range.
@Tay the Shield is all USA but at least there's no slave labor involved like the other pistol
The Shield Plus has really nice night sights on the optics ready version.
Not interested in red dots, but I purchased the optics cut strictly for the upgraded sights.
There is or maybe, was, a non optics ready nightsight version that comes with an extra 13rd mag. SKU 13250
Are they tritium night sights like the CZ? Those are my fav
@@brandonUwanawich954 Yes, all three. Orange in front, green in rear. Tru-Glo's if I'm not mistaken.
@@shotakuervo plus it will hold a higher resale value, being optics ready.
I like the shape and width of the shield plus. It conceals better and fits my hand better. The shield plus shoots perfectly. Shame walther wont make a smaller micro pdp. The caniks are all just walther clones but theyve put enough of a twist on them their own. I love my tp9 sfx.
Walther needs to make a micro 9 yesterday
@@dtps_champion6016 so does H&k.
Both are great pistols for sure, however I am a little partial to the Canik MC9 as I am a lefty and it just works better for me!
I've tested both and went with the shield plus optics ready for my edc 👍😎 mc9 is new and has some minor things to correct...still looks and shoots great but imo the plus just wins.
I think the canik mc9 is overall a better pistol but like you said it has bugs that need to be fixed. A new shooter is better off buying the optics ready shield until the issues are fixed. I have a bad feeling that canik is going to take a while to fix the mc9.
@@Shenmue06 I went to the range and test them side by side that's why imo the shield is better 👍 but hey the mc9 once they fix the issues it will be a great micro too 👍
@@Shenmue06 you contradict yourself. How can it be a better overall pistol and have bugs it needs correcting. It's not the best gun if it has bugs. I'm sure it is a good gun.
Few months back got the Shield Plus bug out version. It has the Optic Ready version with the night sights and nice flat trigger with a total of (4) 13 round mags and (1) 10 round mag with a sling bag for 429.00 new.. Awesome shooting pistol, no issues with it ,,Highly recommend..
I have them both. Love them both but need to get more rounds through my MC9. I EDC my plus and will add the mete to the rotation. Pushed the Hellcat to the side. I carry all with the 15 round extended mags and they conceal well
The Shield Plus “Optics Ready” has good night sights, a slightly improved grip texture and trigger; over the regular Shield Plus. Personally I think the Shield Plus Optics Ready in one of the best carry size pistols on the market. On a “full size” 9mm; I think the Walther PDP is the best of the best, closely followed by the Canik Rival.
I own both. For me, the Canik was easier to shoot, and more accurate out of the box. Ironically, it made me become more accurate with my Shield. Can't go wrong with either one. Both are comfortable to carry, and comfortable to shoot.
I heard the caniks were snappy as hell but it felt really good shooting it imo. Shot it much better than I did with a shield too. Probably because the trigger is so good.
@@ThePowerOfOneThePowerOfTwo Every micro pistol is snappy.
I have a Shield Plus and love it. Excellent shooter and carries very comfortably for me. The Canik looks like a nice gun. I may need to check one out next time I visit my local shop.
My MC9 went back unfired to Century Arms because the magazine dropped out only half way. Their gunsmith fixed the mag problem and changed the recoil spring. Took it to the range, with 300 Winchester White Box 115 gr. with no problems. Shot Golden Saber, Hornady Critical Duty, and a couple of more, with no problems. There were four of us. Without a doubt, the Canik became the best liked of all the rest even if it was the smallest. The rest were: Glock 43x, Hellcat Pro, and PSA Dagger. Canik continues to impress me.
I really like my mc9 but I like the shield plus too.
One point you didn't mention is that the canik will accept the full size canik mags in the MC9.
You gonna carry it like that?
I wouldn’t carry it like that but it would diffently make for some good back up mags
Yes, a known " Track Record " is and should be extremely important.
I believe you can still get the "pinky" extension baseplates from S&W or from aftermarket manufacturers like Pearce, etc. as well. I've used those since the Gen1 Shield and it makes all the difference if you're carrying the shorter mag and running the larger one as your backup.
I put the extension on my ten rounder as well. Turns out to be the same length as the 13 rounder, so I use the ten round mag for range duty. I carry two 13 rounders. Just fyi. Great review, thanks.
@@tangowhiskey7476 I wound up ordering the magguts +3 extension on the 10 round mag. It's similar in size to the pinky extension, but takes you to 13. In my opinion, absolutely worth the 30 or so dollars. If your going to run the extension, might as well get the extra rounds.
Saw a deal on line for the Plus, $439, included 5 mags, night sites and some extra doo dad's.
is the deal still going? where did you see it. Thanks.
The thickness is a point that can matter depending on where you carry and your clothes you wear. There is a fairly big visible difference between the two and that makes the S&W more concealable for some people.
It's not a big deal for me. But I think if I were to carry that thick of a gun, I would choose a compact over a subcompact for the all around performance.
But I really like the light rail option even on subcompact pistols.
The S&W grip texture is my favorite and the shield has a really long track record for reliability too.
But I have been admiring the Canik pistols for a while.
But I chose the S&W shield performance center 45 a while back and I've been very happy with it.
Would like to see a shoot out between the Performance Center S&W 3.1" Shield Plus (ported & unported), the cheaper S&W 3.1" Shield Plus, the Canik MC9, as well as the new FN Reflex. I think you couldn't go wrong with any of these, as well as they are all reliable.
Thanks for the comparison.
The magazine and grip are a scoshe wider on the canik, thus the 2 extra rounds.
If you put a rail on the shield, it would be wider than the slide and less concealable. Go for the m&p subcompact if you need a rail.
picked up my plus for 399 today. Canik was actually 50 dollars more and the stippling on the plus was the determining factor for me. I felt like my purchase on the gun was so strong and secure compared to the canik.
Good video… I’ve been wanting to see a comparison of these two because one of them will be my next… I already have the Shield 2.0 in 40 and in 9mm and I love them and I also have a Canik tp9da and love it too… but I’m a bit of a S&W fanboy and I’m leaning more toward the Shield plus… I was glad to see this video though, you do a great job on your reviews and comparisons
Why everyone treat the Hellcat like a stepchild😂
I just purchased the Mc9 can’t lie I’m a sucker for great value and extras !
The S&W M&P Shield Plus is a great pistol, but the Canik METE MC9 Micro is greater 😉
Shot and love the M&P haven’t shot the Mete yet but the M&P shoots better than the Canik TP9 I shot.
I would like to see a comparison between the METE and G26. G26 is my carry firearm.
A better comparison for your G26 is the Canik TP9 Elite SC. They are basically the same size. Pretty sure there are some videos comparing them. The SC has been around for about 4 years now I believe and has proven itself to be a great firearm. It also shares magazines with the MC9, as well as larger capacity Canik magazines. (18-20 round)
2 shield plus owner here. Zero issues through 3k rounds. The gun got evern nicer after 1k rounds. A little smoother to rack.
Can leave the slide locked open to loosen them up too
I have the PC S&W Shield Plus ported 4" & love it. So noticeably less recoil than my P365XL with a Wilson Combat grip module. Shot it with a Red Dot & then without. Prefer it without the red dot as the fiberoptic sights are really nice. PC Shield trigger is 4 lbs. at the bottom of the trigger, 4-1/2 lbs. a bit higher, & 5 lbs. at the center of the trigger. A very accurate, but expensive pistol.
I have 2 shield plus'. I've been interested in that 4" ported PC OR but. 45. They are pricy compared to the rest of the line up. That same model in 9mm Plus is sweet too. That, and yours are my favorite SKU. But they definitely are pricy. Everywhere.
@@J.Wick. The 4" ported barrel also has more power than my P365XL's 3.7" barrel as proven on a steel flip target at 8 yds. The 3.7" barrel would move it but not flip it over. The 4" ported barrel with same ammo & distance was able to flip it. (My P365 with its 3.1" barrel would barely move the flip target.)
Great review! Thank you
Canik Mc9 is really nice, trigger sensitivity is perfect, I bought one, I am very pleased.
M&P Shield Plus for me.
Both for me 🎉❤
The Shield plus is my EDC, I love it and it shoots great. I have been wanting the Canik meta mc9 but a few days ago I started seeing videos on the FN reflex and I’m going to get it instead.
You did forget to mention that the MC9 optic system
Is “direct mount”… no plates or spacers necessary..
I’m not using a plate on my shield plus with the defender CCW but that may vary optic to optic.
A plate is still recommended because direct mounting will not give you the recoil studs that the plate has on them.
The Canik also has the loaded chamber indicator!
I am a big Canik fan, but I don't like the void on the back side of the magazine on the grip. I got rid of my TP9 Elite SC for that reason. I have the Shield Plus Performance Center and really like it. Both of these guns lack night sights as standard, I think they are essential on a CCW. The Sig 365XL comes standard with night sights, although I have a red dot on mine.
Sig P365XL all day. That said, I’d probably go with the Shield plus between these. I am interested in the new FN reflex
Lol.. overpriced rust buckets
Or you can buy a IWI Masada Slim and has 13 +1 with a flush mag and have 3 finger contact. Mine is 5 months old and flawless with zero malfunctions with 1,600 rounds through it.
I agree
@@randallbowman7899 I have all of the micro compacts from the Taurus GX4 to Sig P365X & XL and everything in between except the Canik. I have no interest in the Canik, they're all ammo picky and I've sold all of mine..They do shoot accurately though. I also don't like the ergos of Canik. My Masada Slim gets more carry time by far than any other micro compact. My P365X probably comes in 2nd, Hellcat and Shield Plus tied for 3rd.
@@whatsup24_7 I have the shield plus but after getting the Masada Slim haven't carried anything else. Like it so much I got a second one. Lol
@@randallbowman7899 hahaha one for each hand.
@@whatsup24_7 Yes lol. But every now and then I carry my gen 1 M&p shield in 40 S&w.
Pretty much shot or dry fired them all. Been carrying a Shield since first it came out. Excellent carry choice.
Great review. I bought the Shield Plus first and the MC9 is on hold waiting for Maryland handgun roster update (April 2023)
My only issue with the shield plus with an optic cut is where the cut is in the slide. The shield has a ton of real estate taken up on the back of the slide for the sights. These guns are small so it’s natural to want to rack across the top. The shield plus has no slide between the optic and the ejector port. Que the occasionally pinched finger. It’s my only annoyance. Canik and Even my buddies GX4 has a finger width of material forward of the optic cut. The Shied will likely go back to no optic smallest carry in my rotation for this reason.
So far 500+ rounds on the shield plus, its been flawless on cheap Winchester white box.
Just know this going in since it’s not obvious in this review.
We as shooters are living in a great era! Minus pricing. I've shot both these pistols, but don't own either - "gun poor". As for price, trigger, available options, overall conceal-ability & capacity.... The Canik would be the winner; not so fast.... I'm someone who promotes buying American & I think the quality of the Shield Plus is great!!! So.... be thankful we have these great choices to make.
Shield optic ready with night sights is 400-450 everywhere. Street price of course. MSRP doesn’t mean much thankfully.
The Canik is definitely suffering from more reliability issues when looking around the web. My own MC9 has mag ejection issues.
I've experienced those issues and at least one more. Contacted Canik. They said the gun needed to go back to them and sent me a form. Filled it out and emailed it back with the list of issues I've been having, expecting to receive a RA number. Crickets. I've put 362 rounds through the MC9 so far, all gr's and multiple brands.
@@jameseason9949 Yeah I haven’t reached out to them regarding this issue since I’m currently testing it out. But I can’t say I’m surprised I heard they’re backlogged with returns right now. I cannot confirm that but that’s what I heard. Probably a lot of MC9s going back for work but who really knows. I’ve yet to deal with Caniks customer service yet. So idk what’s considered normal but you’re not the first person I’ve heard say that recently.
I have over 500 rounds through my MC9 and haven't had a single issue. Zero.
@@orygun9mm761 Nobody said it was every gun.
@@Three60Crusader where did I say it was? Where?
Couple companies make a picatinny rail adapter for mounting a light on the Shield for around $30. S&W should have included it in the design though
I just don't see anything compelling about the MC9 to make me want one vs. my Shield Plus.
Okay?
Your comment would make sense if you didn’t own either.
Have you ever shot a Canik?
@@glennmcgee6705 No, but I've seen a lot of good reviews
@@synystur21 if I didn't already a Shield Plus, the Canik might be a great option.
A Freedomsmith trigger removes most of the pre-travel in the Canik trigger. About 80 bucks. I've installed 2 on my Canik range guns.
The MC9 groups are way better than the shield.I had a shield its a good,
but now a days there’s more of selection and variety
I’d pick the canik as well thanks for the comparison video
I own both guns. My Shield plus is my current edc and love it. Haven’t been able to take my MC9 out yet but can’t wait.
Very good comparison video, thank you very much.
Build quality is the most important to me
Shield Plus was $399 in Atlanta yesterday, optics cut was 460
From videos, the Canik appears to be a tweener: larger than a micro but smaller than a subcompact. I believe the term is "Internet inches." Probably best to compare in person. Certainly a good value in any case.
Great choice for someone who wants a do all handgun. Very versatile.
Shield 🛡 Plus made in USA ✔
Shield 🛡 Plus less expensive ✔
Shield 🛡 Plus reliable track record✔
Shield 🛡 Plus more accessories and support✔
There is a significant gap at the back of the 15 round mag when inserted on the MC9, where it’s not flush with the backstrap. Some reviewers have mentioned that this digs into the heel of your hand and is not comfortable. Can anyone speak to that potential issue?
It definitely does. Kind of a dumb design
Black Cat Works. A $7 fix. I have one on my tpc elite SC. Fits and feels great in my hand.
I do agree it's a dumb design. No idea why they have that gap there. Serves no purpose that I can see.
@@innkeeper6 It's either just for looks, or they didn't wanna the extra production cost of more material 😌
In the real world the shield plus is cheaper. I see the optics ready version for 377 right now and you can get the standard version for 399 pretty much always.
I was just looking for this comment. About mid last year all retailers dropped Sheild plus prices by 100 dollars or so. The No optics is alway 400 and optics with night sights is 450. And the last month or so the have had a 50 dollar rebate available. But I’m sure that will go away. So i would say price is nearly identical.
@@ar15tac you can get the OR with night sights on family firearms right now for 377 + 19.99 shipping it’s a smoking deal
Picked up my two tone MC9 for 390. You just get more for your money with the Canik.
@@boblaws9851 the big things I see are the light rail and the back straps which could be important for a lot of people. And if 390 is the street price it certainly a very high value.
@@boblaws9851 Most people are paying closer to 500 for a MC9 right now. Also I think it’s safe to say the MC9 isn’t as reliable as the shield plus. Or at least has more flaws popping up.
Thanks for the excellent comparison. I'd love to see what you have to say about a comparison between the MC9 and a P365, largely because they're so different and how much do the pros or cons outweigh one another in both directions.
Both the canik mc9 and the shield plus are better than the p365. I sold my p365 because it doesn't feel good in the hands and the trigger sucks.
@@Shenmue06 P365 XMacro is the best micro 9 I've fired.
It shoots like a .380.
@@pewpewTNthank you😮
I'm totally a "Buy American" person
when I possibly can. My money is going to the new FN "Reflex" that just was announced a few days ago. Initial reviews look very good. While it looks like Canik finally has a very good conceal carry pistol, their previous small compact was a chunky top heavy gun, with a slide that seemed needlessly wide and heavy. Sure, the MC9 will be cheaper, and I'm not rich, but I've been very satisfied with Smith and Wesson, and FN pistols. I'll pay a little more, to help keep jobs here. Please don't flame me. As badly as the current administration is deconstructing our economy in about every possible way, I'm more concerned about American jobs than I ever have been. I don't criticize anyone that buys a Canik or Glock, or other foreign made pistol. You do whatever is best for you. I have a G43 and a G48 myself. It's because they are perfect for me. I do have a G19 made in Atlanta Georgia.
Absolutely. Strong American companies make a strong America and support our freedoms. Splitting hairs on minute differences makes no sense if one looses the freedoms to have guns. Ain't hyperbole, it's happening. Supporting turkey does squat for America, and actually hurts America. Truth. I want to be proud of my gun, as much as I want to be proud of my country. Holding a Turkish made gun gives me none of that. Quite the opposite, it detracts from it. If canik builds a factory here and hires Americans, like many have, then maybe. At least it isn't a total negative then.
I get what your saying but FYI if it's American jobs that sway u canik is actually building a factory in Florida
I Bought a S&W 9mm Shield plus for $399.99 new. I love it.I also have a S&W 9mm Shield. After upgrading the trigger it shoots as good as my Shield Plus. I am keeping both.
How did you upgrade your trigger
I just purchased a MC 9 it jammed day 1 after 52 rounds with hollow point ammo
A real comparison thank you (not a lot of unnecessary target shooting footage)
Great comparison. Would love to see a comparison between the Mete MC9 and the new FN Reflex.
I have the METE SF and like it but it is a bit big to EDC. The major disadvantage of the Canik is the aftermarket support (holsters are limited).
Aftermarket is getting better
Really, you should be comparing similar versions. The optics version of the shield plus has 3 dot night sights, which co-witness. Appearance? You can find the shield in various color configurations. I have one with a fde grip and black slide. My optics version has a black grip and bronze slide and is damn good looking pistol. Canik is made in Turkey and looks fat. I will stick with the shield.
If you are putting an optic on it, who cares if it has night sights? Anyhow, this isn't a sight comparison video, it's a gun comparison and he explained that there was an optic ready version of the Shield available, as well as the added cost for it. I'm a huge M&P fan and Shields have been my edc for years. However, my MC9 is now my #1. "Looks fat". LOL They are the exact same size... The different shaped trigger guards are the only reason they can't fit in the same holster.
So the M&P Shield Plus wins hands down. There’s no question! Canik makes a fine pistol, but it has yet to prove it’s on the same level as Glock, S&W or HK. I know there is no shortage of Canik clowns who will come swarming demanding their gun is as good or better, but it’s simply not true. Nice triggers! Good ergonomics. Feels solid and good shooters, but the jury is still out until the guns are actually put through a professional military testing program and used by professionals for years.
Nato tested, Nato approved.
@@natjonestower3035 Can you prove that? Also, there are known issues with Canik.
@@natjonestower3035 Btw, the P320 was also NATO tested/approved and it’s well known for being a POS, so…
@@oleboy7615 A quick googling can. Also, I've seen a good deal of caniks, ours and friends, acquaintances, strangers, etc. Aside from occasional first box issues none have had a bad one.
@@natjonestower3035 Yeah, the TP9 was tested. Not every gun Canik makes, and to that, being NATO approved isn’t really a gold medal. Keep perspective.
Keep telling my friends this MC9 is crazy, its above my expectation itried to compare my kimber to this canik. That trigger is genuis👌🏼
I'll take the American one.
I wish Canik had spent a bit more time on the grip. That ridiculous empty space when using the extended mag isn’t acceptable and leaves the bottom of the backstrap in the middle of my palm. Much better execution with the Shield+. I’m sure people will be well served by both but the Shield+ is a better choice for me.
I hope they remedy that with newly designed mags. I like a full "tang" grip. They probably did it that way to save money and make it easier to conceal, should you be running the 15 rd mag. Grip is the hardest part to hide
They do it on purpose like the sc. It makes it easier to conceal
I have shot both side by side. The Canik has a better trigger but the Shield Plus is better overall. The Shield just fills MY hand perfectly and shoots sweet. Most importantly, after market support is incomparable for the Shield.
Review mentioned that the Shield would take the 15 round mags from its bigger brother, but didn't mention that the MC9 can take the 18 and 20 round mags of the SF and SFX. Also failed to mention the 12 round pinky extension for the MC9 that gives a fuller grip. Seems the Canik is the better choice. More rounds, equal or better trigger, optic ready, and a pic rail, for $399. Equal shield is about $150 more. Though a new release, the fire control parts of the MC9 is more than 5 years old and has a proven track record on pistols that preceded it.
Where the hell you buying your shield plus from 😂 they re both 399 all day.
My shield plus XoX after a month with a popped out slide lock pin, and my MC9 XoX the very first day with a ripped recoil spring. Waiting for the parts now, hope they will return to me fine
Did I miss one of the very important numbers regarding the two pistols??? Width.
The Canik looks noticeably wider than the Shield Plus. That’s one of the important reasons I chose the Shield. It’s with me every day and when you’re a skinny old fart, it makes a difference in not printing…. I put a MagGuts kit in both the mags that gives me 12 rounds in the short one with a little pinky extension that allows three fingers without increasing printing, and 15 rounds in the long mag. Performance Center trigger and porting makes a huge difference as well. The Shield prints noticeably less.
The Shield lists 1.1 inches wide and the Canik lists 1.12 inches. Something doesn’t add up because the Canik looks noticeably wider to me….
The only difference in width is at the slide stop/ release. It’s the widest point of the pistol, and it blows the Shield away in ease of operation.
@@luckymanham302 First off, it sure doesn’t look like that in the pictures, and second if I shoot my Shield Plus empty I grab the slide to load the gun-slide stop is irrelevant. I have a TP9SFX that I shoot in USPSA that I did a few mods to and I love it, so it’s not that I don’t like their gear.
@@danulman8837 ok I’m just telling you the slide stop/ release is not the same as the SFX which I also own, but it IS the same as the Elite SC which I also own. It may be slightly scaled down, but it is the same ambi slide stop. Having owned a Shield also, I can positively say that it actually works as a slide release. You do you champ 👍🏻I’m not telling you or anyone how to operate your pistols.
Agreed, the canik is wider. You can tell by just looking at the mags. The canik mag appears to be a true double stack, like a glock mag, whereas the shield plus mag is more of a stack & 1/2. That's how canik squeezes in the 2 extra rounds. The shield slide also has lightening cuts down each side and is definitely thinner than the boxey canik slide. Also, no accessory rail makes the shield thinner below the barrel and more concealable.
The canik has a nice trigger, but the shield plus does too.
Both are 1.1 inch
I like and shoot the shield plus better.ive got both
The bore axis appears to be the biggest difference between the two.
Great reviews.
The Canik does come with a magazine base extender. Not sure if the M&P does.
Canik better trigger, just as accurate but more capacity
I have both and the MC9 is definitely the better gun in my hands. It's much more shootable and accurate. Not to mention it has a rail, is optics cut and is about $75 cheaper than the optics cut Shield Plus. And the MC9 takes 18 and 20 round mags. We will see what the long term reliability is like, I have 1500 through my MC9 so far.
Canik's are made in Turkey and in the US now. Both plants are ISO 9000 certified and Canik in Turkey is an approved NATO arms supplier which is no small feat.
As you can tell, I am a firm believer in Canik guns as I've been running them in training classes for over 5 years now and never had an issue with quality or reliability. I own several different models and I think dollar for dollar they are superior to other top-name brands in terms of features, quality, and price.
The bottom line though is whether it fits your hand and needs and whether you like them or not. The triggers are outstanding right out of the box that run neck in neck with Walther triggers.
Love my shield 2.0 nice shooters
@hammer striker I have a very difficult time believing that the Kenneth is only .02 inches wider than the shield plus. I’d love to take a caliper to the Grips. I know a lot of measurements taken only go the width of the slide, but that’s not the only thing that determines how comfortable a Pistol is to Carry.
You do a good job on reviewing your guns but when you compared the canik the the mnp shield you didn't mention the pinky extension for the canik on the 12 round mag which gives you a 3 finger grip.
MC9 or Hellcat or R7 Mako?
Thanks HS. Great job. Good info. God bless.
LETS GO BRANDON
The only reason why I haven't gotten a Shield Plus is because the lack of an accessory rail and forward slide serrations.
Get the Equalizer. Has the lemon squeeze and better slide serrations.
@@Davyw95 noo thank u
If price wasn’t a factor which one would you choose? And did you notice a difference in recoil impulse?
If you get a ported barrel which is available on the Shield Plus Performance Center model you will notice less recoil. I have the 4" ported barrel & it is a soft shooter compared to my non ported barrel of my P365XL. But I like that as well, but have had to send it back twice now to Sig with dead trigger issues. Only got a few hundred rounds through it before the trigger broke again.
Thank you
If its that close....id much rather support S&W than turkey!
The canik is the obvious choice. The only reason to get the shield would be if it fits in your hand and you can shoot it better. The canik also has a pop-up loaded chamber indicator like the springfield. Always liked that.
Saying your personal preference is the only way on the internet...
I have the shield and the shield plus
I have never had a problem,both have run at 100 percent
I would bet my life on smith and wesson
Major comparison, I own the shield plus performance center, I do not own this particular Canik. I have a few of the full size
People never like the new kid. Takes awhile before he becomes one of the guys.