The new shield plus comes with great sights, optic ready and a fantastic trigger right out of the box.

I agree. I own both. Edge goes to the 48. Thanks for posting/sharing...always enjoy your videos. Dave in CT.

Two really great choices for EDC. I have been training and conceal carrying the 1.0 Shield 9 Performance Center for years. The trigger has smoothed out and has improved with wear in.

I didn’t see that one coming. I thought for sure you’d pick the Shield. Thanks for another well done and informative video!

Shield Arms S15 magazine in the G48 is a game changer and put the G48 in a class it's own. I believe in having more "party-favors" than fewer especially when the two guns are nearly dead-on the same size wise. My G48 is set up with AmeriGlo Night Sites (orange front blade, blacked out rear) - Talon Pro Grip (lightly sanded down on the left side) - Larry Vickers Extended Slide Release (because I am an old Marine 1911A1 guy) - Shield Arms aluminum mag release - Ghost 3.5# Connector Bar

“If you’ve ever watched a video comparing two guns you have no interest in but the reviewer still managed to make the topic interesting go ahead and hit that subscribe button.” I like the thinner and lighter single stack pistols for carry, especially for summer or long time periods, but I’d rather see more companies come out with full grip models like the Glock 43X and Kahr CW9. I dislike holding onto the magazine as part of the grip, although my Walther PPS M2 is one of the few that locks the magazine in place pretty solidly. Mossberg MC1X, maybe? Well done video, this.

Thanks for the honest review. I love my 43x. As with all Glocks the sights, trigger swap are a must for most. Now with the shield arms 15 rounders and the +2 extensions for those coupled with the black slide offering it changes the game for many.

My first pistol was a Smith & Wesson .38 and I will always have a bias for S&W, it would be my choice in this contest. Great video and thanks for sharing it.

Shield arms make a 15 round flush magazine for the G48 called the S15. Thank me later

You should do an updated video with the Shield plus, awesome video btw!

The review is great. I’ve seen a ton of videos just like this and almost everyone had a S&W bias so the Glock had no shot. I was very surprised you picked it.

for competition shooting you need a fine-tuned trigger for defensive shooting, you need a trigger that will make you conscious of your intent to shoot. also, a 6 or 7-lb trigger will never be a problem for anyone that is under stress and your adrenalin will give you muscle power beyond your dreams. you will not even notice if it was a 2lb trigger pull or a 10lb trigger pull. US Army Veteran 1966/1969 ( Vietnam war Era ) also over 55yrs of shooting experience. also when it's close up and personal, you will never engage your sights or red dot. this is why people need to practice point shooting as well! Be Safe and Shoot Straight!

Saw you at the range yesterday. Love your videos man!

I agree with you completely on the Glock 48 grip texture, and I will be putting a Talon pro grip on mine.

🤚Make that 5 people on the planet that likes the Ergonomics of the Glock.

Nice review. I have no problems with the Glock goal post because I'm used to them. My G48 came with the fiber optic sight which is a great addition. I like the fiber optic sights on the M&P though. My pick the G48 with it's sudo 1911 style works for me.

Did you find one to be more snappy than the other? (If you're shooting the shield with the 8 rd mag)

I’ve shot both , but the 48 points better and after break end the trigger seems better . But night sights are a must change mod . What a good holster for the 48 ? Thanks 👍

Thank you for another great video. I own a Glock 43 and 48 and Shield 1.0. In this case I, too, would pick the Glock 48 for the reasons you cited and its lower bore axis and higher capacity. I really like the original Shields and shoot mine well. They are often a great value, but I slightly prefer the Glocks. I think S&W needs to offer a 10rd magazine option. For some reason, the 4" Shield does not appeal to me at all. However, competition is a good thing to keep manufacturers improving their products and keeping prices low.

Hello Mr. KS Great video, love both firearms, glad Glock did some small changes, front serrations for one, Rounding the front muzzle ect, both great choices. Be well

Good review 👍

The OAL of the Shield looked exactly the same to me. I feel that with the right clothing and holster you can reduce the overall print area of your EDC. Regarding the issues with sights would it be better to have black sights on rear so that eyes can focus directly on the front one. Thank you for the review.

KS & other viewers: I had an interesting issue a few days ago. I have 2 M&P 40s I carry & a 45 Shield on occasion. My 40c is main edc but I will opt to carry Shield for comfort. When I compared the 2 back to back in the same holster, the 40c was noticeably more comfortable. I was surprised. Holster is a custom leather made for the 40c but the Shield fits great also. IWB 4 o' clock. Have you any experience like that?

I trust if you did The shield Plus versus the 48 you would pick the shield plus though right?

Your firing lane always looks like one of those steakhouses where you throw peanut shells on the floor in the waiting area. I just got a PPS M2 LE and am pretty happy with it so far. Did you sell the one from your 2017 videos?

You surprised me, thought for sure you would pick the Shield. Great video either way. Nice work.

Has glock produced a 22lr conversion kit for the g48?

Can a complete upper slide be sold as a stand alone unit

Always wanted to see a “If I could only have one” comparing the shield 4” to the original shield(s). Curious if the sight radius, better trigger, and extra weight make a difference. Already got holsters and mags that would fit it, just wondering if it’s worth the upgrade?

I’d take the M&P but I knew that before I watched the video. I just might get that one. Anyway, fun video!

Also noticed that the 2 Fibre optic sites in the rear are cracked in half....recoil?

Hate the triggers on both of these guns but once again, another great vid. thanks.

Oh wow. Honestly, you shocked me. I told my children you would chose the Shield. Good vid. Thanks. I will be shocked also if S&W doesn't offer the 9mm in the 45 Shield frame soon. I believe they will likely get the coveted 10 rounds in the extended mag. Time will tell.

I’m sure everyone knows but yes you can switch the mag release to the other side for leftys

I love the idea of both of these because I love single stacks.

Another great versus video KS. I would pick the Glock 48.

Can hardly go wrong with a Glock. Great video! Keep up the great work.

Is there a cost difference between the pistols? It seems like I've heard the 4 inch Shield is ridiculously expensive. For where I live and travel to I'll keep my 2.0 Compact. It only cost me $400 otd with and extra (3rd) magazine. I have a Shield 1.0 that mostly sits unused now. In fact, I carry the full size 5 inch more than the Shield at this point.

This channel is like the Chris fix of the gun world 🤪

I’d have to try them both, but as a Shield v1.0 owner/lover I’d go with the Shield since I already know and like the product, plus I already have extra regular and extended mags, holsters etc. I did swapped the sights to FO, and trigger to Apex on my shield, but that may not be necessary with this one as it comes from the factory, may be the trigger itself but not the mechanism. Awesome video though.

I've just traded my Gentley used Smith and Wesson M&P shield plus for a New Glock 48 I'm picking it up this Week...I like the Glock Sights 😎

KS-----I really like the fiber optic sights on my PC Shield 1.0....I put on Talon Grips and the trigger is decent....my son keeps pushing the 365 on me but I am sticking with the Shield..........enjoy the weekend my friend

The 26 ruined me for other glock frames. Moving the "hump" up, it hits me EXACTLY where I want it. G26 with the g19 xgrip is the perfect shape glock grip however stock with the magpul 12 rounds are fine. I do like the longer slide, I have a g19 slide on the 26 frame with the lone wolf dust cover incoming.

Believe it or not, I've never owned either one of these guns. I did have the first generation Shields, but just went away from single stacks in general. Both of those pistols look awesome, as the texture of the 2.0's are amazing. The Glock 43X/48 are definitely good options as well but the grip is lacking for me. Another great comparison brother, and very nice quality resolution. This was definitely a toss up, but I would probably go for the Glock as well. Mainly due to the higher capacity and the longer grip. I can deal with both the triggers but I am more used to the Glocks. When it comes to the 2.0 full-size pistols it's an easy win for S&W. Sorry for the lengthy comment, you know how I like to blab. Have a great weekend brother!

How about the new sig sauer p365 XL???

Where a under shirt with the shield 2.0 works .Shield arms make a 15 rd magazine Glock 43x&48

I'd like to see a video comparing the glock 48 to the new shield plus 4".

I have a Glock 48. I have never shot a shield though I do nw on an M&P gen 1. I have carried a couple of Glock pistols as a law enforcement officer for years before I retired. They were my guns with the exception of one and I never felt the need to change the sights or do anything to the trigger. On the G48 the front sight was bogeyed up from the factory when I got it. I did order a set of replacement sights. Ameiriglo I believe. I got the front sight installed and it has an orange outline with a green tritium vial. I liked the setup with the original Glock factory rear sight so much I left it on and just kept the blacked out rear for a spare. The trigger did seem heavier than any other Glock trigger I have had but Ibased on past history it will break in with time and pulls.

I'm so confused. Everyone says the G48 has a horrible trigger but the one I tried at my local range felt incredible. It was a display gun so it hadn't been fired and thus broken in. I don't know if I just happened to feel a good one or if I have a weird taste in triggers lol.

Very good video on the G48, but keep in mind that there is a 15 rd. magazine available. I’m on the fence about how I like or dislike the grip texturing and when you talk about carrying and overall rubbing a rough texture it makes the argument a bit more fair for Glock. I love my G48 and when I heard there is a S15 15 rd magazine available (although back ordered!) it was an easy sell for $500! I can’t find any real faults in the newest Glock for what it is. Add palm swell means it prints and rubs more for carrying. Even open carrying I find the G48 much more comfortable than any other pistol I’ve carried. It’s a win!

Just ordered Talon grips for my G48.

I've had the original shield and didn't mind it but sold it for the original Walther pps. Had that for awhile then eventually sold that for the Sig P365 in which I just bought it about a month ago. Excellent for my needs. But hey great comparison video but I think you'll do a video on the P365Xl when you get it. Then you'll make a comparison video on that vs the G48. Great insight once again KS!

I really liked your comparison. I haven’t handled or fired either one and not sure that I really see a need for a long slide version of either, I like the fact that the Shield can be carried with the 7-round when concealment is a major concern. I have carried Glocks concealed for almost 30 years, and found that regardless of what some people say, the longer the grip, the harder to hide. I appreciated the Glock 19 over the 17 because that half-inch reduction on either end DOES make a difference. The chops to make the 26 made it even less likely for the grip to print, although it became harder for some to shoot it accurately with standard base mags. Same with my M&P9c - great pistol to conceal, despite the fact that all of the chopped full size double stack pistols are still thick. For your sights on the Shield, consider a 10-8 Performance rear sight - no distracting dots, fiber, or tritium - just serrations. Again, a good “no nonsense” comparison. Although Glock simplicity is hard to beat, in this case, I would go with the Shield.

I’d skip both, and keep my P365. These pistols are both as large as their double stack counterparts, and not as easily carried as the P365. In fact, I simply put my P365 in a Nemesis holster, and drop it into a smallish pocket on my slacks. Thanks for sharing!

I own both and I love both. I shoot the Glock 48 with more accuracy, even with the out of the box sights.

That shield plus is SKINNY goddamn😭

Wow! I would have lost my bet with "1776 or Bust." Glad no one took me up on it. This is why when I find a Glock I like, I usually buy the M&P version, too. Or is it the other way 'round? I don't know...I'm conflicted. Maybe, I just need a laxative.

I have both and I like both. I have the Shield EZ which I prefer a bit because it is easier to rack the slide.

I have a g48 and a .45 performance center 4 inch shield and love them both. But if one had to go it would be the glock.

How’d I miss this one?!?

I’d love to see a .380 version of the 48 for my wife, a better version of the Shield EZ. The lightweight 9’s are just a little snappy for her.

Wow I've had about 4 shield and will be getting the 4in with ports and red dot soon... The armornite coating is unbelievably great ... I have almost 9000 round through my m&p 2.0 compact and the barrel looks like it hardly has 1500 round through it . I work around bleach and salty water and put my sheilds on and off through the day. I can't wear it while washing but my cloths have the bleach on the all day and I have never .. never ..never seen the slightest sign of rust or any corrosion. So I assume maybe the first generation shield was what you were told about .. so you should mention that .. that can send ppl away from a gun that will not have that issue .. just my thoughts from extreme conditions around my shieds and m&ps so. Thanks I love these videos and love the 5in shield can't wait to get mine

I’m looking forward to the day when these guns have accessory rails. The TLR-6 light takes up too much space inside the trigger guard for my hands/fingers. It also has a negative effect on offhand grip (lowers it). With all of the amazing light options nowadays, manufacturers need to create small and powerful lights that attach to proper rails on these guns.

A few years back, I got the only copy in the U.S. of the "soon to be announced" Springfield Armory XDS 4" 9mm for a rush review. Loved it, and thought it had a place in the world and always intended on buying one. Never got around to it. But to my knowledge, that model has been discontinued by SA, presumably due to less than expected sales. Interestingly, since then, everyone else is scrambling to offer the same configuration. I guess I'll just watch with interest to see whose marketing department is worth their salary. FWIW, if the SA 4" were available again in the Mod.2 configuration it might well beat both of these.

why does it have a different trigger than mine does

Time to revisit this debate. Use a G48 with a 15 round shield arms mag and use the New double stack SW Shield.

19 gen 3 is still my favorite Blocky Glocky, but the 48 being a diet 19 is lovely.

The main reason why I like Glock Gen 5 are the fact that’s it’s so simple. For example I bought the G48 because I appendix carry it. The G48MOS doesn’t have an aggressive grip which makes it comfortable enough to wear all day and I still hold it great and shoot it well enough to the point I feel confident that me and my family is safe. The point of the Gen 5’s is it is easier to add than to take away. That why I love that they also took away the finger grooves. If you like them you can add the finger groove textured grip easily. I love what Glock did and it made me a fan on the Gen 5’s. I’ve never been tied down to one manufacturer in handguns because I truly love them all but Glock Gen 5’s are at the top of my list now with Sig being a close second for edc.

Agreed. Although my g48 seems to have a better trigger than yours too. Thanks for another great video!

KS IS BEING TRANSFORMED INTO A GLOCKTARD .... don’t worry 😉, it happened to me too

G48MOS, trigger work, night sights and Holsun 507k x2 red dot. If more is needed there is the G45.

i going to buy one more gun a sig p365 and there new 15 rd mag for back up.

I think maybe Glock mails it in on grip texture because it's easier to sand down for people that want to stipple it or add grip tape?

I like the 48 but I'd rather have more of a versatile grip because with the shield I can run the 7rd flush fit mag and it won't stick out, if I wanted more of a grip I can just go with the 8rd pinky extension or a customize +2. I'd rather be able to make the grip shorter if I wanted instead of having one that's to long.

I am begging absolutely begging you please do a P320 X-carry vs Glock 19x video

So hard to choose i guess i would go with the Glock but the M&P is right behind!

I took some fine grit sand paper to the s&w grip n smoothed it

Absolutely ambidextrous mag release.

So is Onlap the band you were in?

I prefer the S&W, however, liked your review.

Where have you gone KSGunGuy?

Shield is a lot less $$$ than Glock. Prefer the grip texture of the M&P over Glock, but I work with my hands all day and have pretty rough hands. I put a MagGuts spring kit in the M&P magazine, and now have 10+1. Works great. The trigger is good, and I installed some night sights in lieu of the standard M&P steel sights.

I own both Glock 48 black finish and a&w shield 9 first gen as a bugout kit

Aside from being thinner, it is about the same size, with the 8rd mag, as my 2.0 compact. Having bigger hands, the Compact fits me better. I would still take the Shield over the G48, as nice as it is. Thanks for the video, bud.

Wise choice , I wish companies would put good sights & triggers on their pistols. I wouldn’t mine paying a little more either . A pistol right out of the box you don’t have to do a dog gone thing too ! Is there one out there?

*Model 50 (32 GAP)* Warming to the Model 48 as it is a really good size, though I don't like the silver colored slide or forward slide serrations near the muzzle. I prefer the Model 19 as it fits my hand well and has a markedly higher magazine capacity, but for people with smaller hands a Model 48 makes a lot of sense, though if people with small hands also have hand strength issues then the 9x19mm round will have too much recoil for optimum control. I would like to see Glock introduce a variant with a high capacity 17 round magazine in '32 GAP' - a lengthened (22mm case) high pressure version of the .32 ACP round (60-gr bullet at 1,500-fps) - tentatively called the 'Model 50', which would have much of the performance of the 9mm round but with markedly less recoil (much as the .327 Fed Mag has much of the performance of the .357 Mag but with markedly less recoil), along with a Model 43 sized variant with a 12 round magazine, and a high capacity 25 round magazine that both can use. It should also have a rail like on the Model 19 so it needs a full length frame.

Springfield XDs 4.0- Am I a joke to you?

You can switch magazine catch to opposite side.

My daily carry is a shield in 9mm performance center. Bought the 48 last year for my girl but for the first time a glock actually fits my hand. In any case, I still prefer my M&P stock per stock. The biggest difference for me is the trigger on the glock. It's horrendous compared to the shield imho. I know it's an easy replacement but that creates two problems. One, you have to pay more. Two, you may run the risk of legal ramifications if you ever had to use it.

I wonder if Smith could change internal dimensions and geometry to increase mag capacity

I'd pick the Shield because of the lower price, but yet a little better quality, I've had Glocks but never had any malfunctions with them but just wasn't a fan of them, but if I got a glock again i'd but a midsize like the G19 9mm or G23 40, but comparing features of both guns and the price, I'd go with the Shield

KS: Have you tried any aftermarket triggers in the 48 or 43X yet?

The shield arms g48/43x 15rd mag should be interesting

The glock 48 /43x have a 10+3 and I think 4 extension already and it looks like the mag release looks is very reversible

I see you accepted 1776’s challenge...Another outstanding If I can Only Have One, love this series. I always look forward to your videos. The Ameriglo Bold sights that came on my Glock 48 are the absolute best sights I’ve ever had on a pistol, Wish I could get them for my CZ P01

My skin doesn't mind the "aggressive texture" at all. I love it. But unfortunately my clothes don't. I carry appendix and it destroys my shirts.

I don't think I've read or seen any other reviews where the person said a glock grip felt better in their hand than an m&p.

The only upgrade I make to my Glock are the sights! Why Glock can't offer a Trijicon HD sight option is beyond me

Yeah i think the shield is the better choice. The shield has two magazine options that effect the grip length and that's a big deal in edc . So that's why it gets my vote..

Glock triggers can get uncomfortable? Glock triggers DO get uncomfortable to shoot after a while. After an 8hr course with a G19, I had to sell it, my finger was really sore, almost blistered. Better stock triggers out there. Also, why would you change the trigger on either of these carry guns? I thought that was a no-no. The only thing going for the G48, to me, is the capacity. And currently there are actually aftermarket 15-rnd mags for it. That's huge. For the Shield, what is there? Magguts +2 springs? So you get 10 rnds instead of 8 in the longer mag. The difference is significant, but to me everything else you mentioned is in the Shield's favor. I can't stand that bright slide on the 48. Good video, I appreciate your breakdown of these two.