The Shield is one of the Few that has NEVER had any problems that I'm aware of!!!! & they are BORINGLY RELIABLE!!!

Sold my 365 that I carried for the longest time and picked up a Shield Plus bug out bundle for $540 altogether including shipping and transfer fee. 5 mags, night sights and optics ready. I don’t regret my decision at all

I’m getting the shield plus for the value pack at my local gun shop. $530 comes with interchangeable holster 1 10rd mag and 4 13rd mags with a first aid kit and zip up bag and lockable case. Can’t beat it for this bundles overall value.

Chris your videos are absolutely great. Your honest opinions are why we watch. You and the wife keep up the good work.

I've had a Shield 1.0 for over a decade. Hell and back. Utterly reliable.

Really appreciate your review on the Shield Plus a few months back. I was dead set on the 365, but didn't care for the trigger or the grip. But as soon as I picked up the Plus and dry fired it, I bought it! No regrets, love the Shield Plus and carry it every day

Ever since I moved to the states I've fallen in love with these creators, you guys have taught me so much in the past couple of months! Next week I'm actually buying my first gun in the US and for many years I considered a M&P 2.0 .40 but honestly I might switch to 9mm with the P365xl

365 owner here, had mine for a while. Due to the shape, I find it to be the most concealable ccw I've ever tried. I have the standard model, and I use the flush mag as well as 12 round mags. With the 12 round mag, the grip is great and easier to handle with the 12 rounder and it's still extremely concealable. At night it gets the 15 round mag for nightstand duty. I haven't tried the Shield Plus yet, but have certainly tried the original Shield. I never got along with the grip on the Shield, it just felt awkward and I never felt comfortable with it. The 365 just melts into my palm. You seriously can't go wrong with either though, these are both fantastic. ****EDIT as today I bought an optics ready shield plus. After testing it out, I really liked it, and my current 365 does not have an optics plate. Rather than buying the 365 all over again just to get an optics slide, I decided to grab the shield for a lot less money. The Shield is getting a Holosun 407k GR mounted today. I'll be carrying it with the 13 round mag, and the p365 will be used for more deep conceal with the 10 round flush. As I said in my original statement, you can't go wrong with either.

I prefer the feel of the S&W and think it has a better trigger. Just my preference and I'm not a fan boy of either maker.

I have the shield plus performance center and it's a great little pistol.

I like that the Shield Plus has the same grip angle and contour as the M&P 9mm full-size (albeit narrower). This makes it easier to transition between the micro & full-size. I also like that the center of the trigger falls (a bit) below where the web of the hand goes, like most S&W pistols & revolvers.

I personally feel the 365X is the ideal pistol for me and the shape of my hands. The flat trigger is just right for me. Tried the shield plus and it did not feel comfortable to shoot.

My first 9 was a standard Performance Center Shield, ported barrel and fiber optic sights, and I love it.

I currently own and carry a P365. And have had that as one of my main EDC for almost 4 years now. No complaints. Now, before that my EDC was a Shield Performance Center (single stack). Both great guns. Nothing wrong with choosing one of these two. This was a great comparison. Thanks.

I own the Shield Plus and love this gun. I think it is the ultimate concealed carry firearm. I like the Sig P365 too, but I hate the tiny grip on it. I still have a Sig p226 and P229 from way back. Great quality in Sig but that 365 grip is ridiculously small.

Great review. Both guns seem like a great option. The shield feels better in my hand and has had zero reliability issues after roughly 850 rounds. Both great firearms tho!

S&W is having a $50 rebate on all shield models, the Shield Plus is being sold for $370 on some websites.

I'm 4'11', 100 lbs. with a small stature and smaller hands. I have been eying the Sig P365 for a while now. Thanks to your video, I'm finally set on getting the P365! Size-wise, it fits perfectly in my hands (actually tried handling it at a gun shop). It's easier to conceal on my small body too. :)

I've owned both. The Sig comes with night sights and is smaller than the the Shield Plus. I prefer the shield plus it's easier to shoot, mags are slightly cheaper. Not to mention I bought the P365 when it first came out and it had some FTE and light primer strike issues

As an owner of the p365, I would go with the sig. However, I have never heard anything bad about the shield either. Either one is a good option. Another great video! Love your content.

Just got a 4 inch performance center shield plus. I absolutely love it

I love the original Shield. I still carry a gen 1 every day. I'll upgrade to the Plus sometime I suppose.

P365X for me personally. Being 6'4 I need that extra grip (with magguts and hogue grip). Chris you need to get you a P365XL lower and swap it out and test this again!

Nice comparisons; thanks! Don't have a 365 but I love my Shield Plus. 10+1 and 13+1 mags in the box. I like the slightly larger grip and softer recoil of the Shield Plus. $50 rebate on Shields through mid-May 2022, too.

I prefer the XL over the regular for the grip alone. the XL grip fits me perfectly.

I've been waiting on this. I like the shield plus because it worked out of the box instead of the 1st batches of p365s. Never buy a first generation Sig lol.

I researched pistols for concealed carry and the Shield Plus was in the top 3. As soon as I picked up the Shield Plus and felt it in my hands, I knew it was THE one. I love it!

When I was looking to buy my first CCW, I read many reviews, watched many videos and spent many days at the range renting and test firing over 10 different popular carry pistols. It came down to both the P365 XL and the Shield Plus for the finals. On the last range trip I spent over an hour testing them both side by side shooting many rounds. While I really liked both of them, I ended up purchasing the Shield Plus for all the reasons you talk about in this video. The Shield Plus was more comfortable in my hand, it was more controllable, less snappy and I just shot better with it. I have been very happy with it for the past year.

As some one who loved the shield and got onboard with the Plus immediately, I've always thought about how small the P365 is in my hand; double edged sword...

After being a revolver guy for 30+ years, I purchased the Shield plus. Tried the 365, but the Shield seemed to fit my hands so much better, and the recoil seemed less with the Shield.

You are by far my most favorite channel Chris ! Greatest shooter !! 💪🏽💪🏽

My favorite gun to shoot is the M&P 9. I bought a Shield 1.0 for under $300 when they were on sale just before the 2.0 came out. I found the grip a little too thin. I put a Hogue over grip on it and it feels much better. I bet the Shield Plus would feel good out of the box.

Even though I have large hands I'm really happy with the P365. It's so comfortable to carry appendix style inside the waistband and I love the night sights that it comes with. I had the original Shield and bought TruGlow TFX Pro sights and installed Apex trigger parts to get it to be acceptable. While the trigger may be better now I would still have to spend a couple hundred dollars for night sights and their installation. So that makes the Sig a better value. BTW. I'm fine with the Sig trigger and accuracy.

I only have trigger time behind the 365, but the Shield looks solid. Guess I'll have to have both...shucks...

I love that you add a link to a charity, that in fact makes you the best on you tube,......+ your reviews are top notch

I got my shield plus with night sights and optics ready for only 419 out the door. 5000 rounds through it no issues at all.

I've been using the 365XL for EDC a couple years now. Can't imagine loving a carry gun anymore than this one. Great shooter, easy hide. Comfort is top shelf in both aspects. The 12 +1 and two mags at purchase helped make my decision but I truly love this gun. Had the Romeo Zero red dot on it for awhile but prefer the iron sights that are also fantastic. Thanks for the review! Cheers mate

Whenever I see a video drop I like it immediately even if I can’t watch it right away. I know whenever I see the notification good content awaits. Love the channel!

Shield plus $399.00 at Acadamy....P365 $499.00 and up. No brainer for me. Plus, the Shield has proven itself over time.

Wifey (5`2``) & I (5`11``) just bought the Shield Plus (optics ready) and we love it.

Your insights have helped me buy many many guns and I’ve been happy with all of my choices. Thank you and keep doing what you do!

Perfect video to start off the weekend. I'll personally go with the Shield Plus. The Shield Plus' ergonomics fit my hands better (P365's grip is way too small from the front to back of the grip), has a better trigger, better grip texture, fits most of my original Shield's accessories, and has less felt recoil for these snappy little pistols. I do recommend spending the extra $25-50 for the Optics Ready version even if you don't plan on using a red dot because that one comes with night sights. You also don't have to remove your rear sights and severely limit your optics options with a RomeoZero if you want to cowitness. The P365 does come with better sights by default, is smaller, comes with a case, and has the removable FCU modularity going on.

Shot the Shield Plus (brother's) and my 365XL side-by-side at the range. Both fantastic firearms that you could not go wrong with. I have a 365 on order and will change out to a flat trigger - I really like that on my XL, as well as the X-series P320 that I own. This is the golden age of handguns. So many great choices and so much new technology.

I have both and like both . Both guns have had no issues . I carry the shield more often but during the summer I pocket carry the p365 . If you can't decide , get both !

I got the original shield when it first came out and have loved it. I didn't feel the 2.0 was enough of an upgrade to purchase but got the plus whe. It came out. All the controls being the same and being able to use the holsters I already had was a huge plus. The original shield trigger never bothered me like it did most people. I had no issues being accurate with it and you don't need a match grade trigger in a gun you're go na use most likely at less than 15 feet. That said the plus trigger is very good. I like the review as always he points out the good and bad of both and doesn't get all fan boy over any 1 brand. I've shot the sig 364 and it is a good gun. Just the Smith feels better and shots better for me. People need to not get caught up in brand and find what works best for them amd then TRAIN with it

I own both of these and love them both. I like the Sig just a tad better. I love the modularity and the ability to swap grip frames. The stock sights are miles better than the Smith. I know I'm in the minority but I like the trigger better on the Sig also. I also shoot it a tad better than the Smith. I'd trust my life to either. I probably carry the Sig a bit more than the Smith but I do love both guns.

Shield plus for me. Thanks Mr. & Mrs. Outlaw for your fine work!

I have 3200 rounds on my 365 with ZERO malfunctions. Love that little gun. Had the slide milled for dot and absolutely trust my life with it.

As you stated they are both great carry pistols. I have them both in my carry rotation along with a few others. It all depends on what I’m doing to as which one I carry…as summer approaches and dress lighter I’ll grab the 365. Great review as always. I do favor the shield in the end.

I'd love to see Walther get their act together and put out a higher-capacity PPS. Until they do, I'm sticking with my P365 because I shoot it well. If it ain't broke...

I owned a Keltec P-11 in 1995. Polymer frame, 14oz, 10+1, 9mm. Long double action trigger. Absolutely reliable. Love the 365, but it started nothing. Change my mind.

Very valid points. Even with my medium sized hands, I never felt quite comfortable with the P365. I trained with it quite a bit, but I never felt that I could get a good grip under stress. That’s why I got rid of it. Thank you very much for the video!

I still consider my 1st-gen Shield to be the smartest handgun purchase I ever made. Accurate enough, completely reliable, and small enough to hide anywhere, anytime. I recently bought a Sig P320 and was completely impressed with it, so I do not doubt the P365s are quality as well. Ultimately it depends on your body contour, hand size, method of carry, and how well you shoot with it.

Honestly, neither of these is the wrong choice: I have the Shield, my best friend has the 365. In reality neither is a bad choice, and it’s really just down to preference on how it fits in your hand

Still carrying the original Shield with the hinged trigger. Had it for quite a few years. No failures and mine has a good trigger (they all did not). Finally got a holster I can live with. A Milt Sparks Summer Special II.

Shield Plus for me. I had the Shield 2.0 for awhile and then purchased the Shield Plus when it came out and put night sights on it. Great shooter with little recoil for the side.

I bought Shield Plus based on your videos and love it as my EDC THANK YOU

The Sig P365X (as opposed to the 'regular' P365"), with a Magguts +2, is the smallest 14+1 9mm you can get, and with the 'X' grip, it's the perfect size for larger hands (and since it's not broken up as with the P365 and the 12 rounder, it's a much more solid grip, with no chance to pinch your hand with a quick reload). And it still works perfectly for pocket carry, despite being 14+1 (since the Magguts kit only adds 1/8" of additional height). Also, with Underwood's 90 gr. (or 68 gr.) +P Xtreme Defender ammo, a lot of that snappiness is eliminated, and in return you have a better EDC that doesn't have the uncertainty of proper JHP expansion because of the tiny barrel it sports, but does have the ability to consistently achieve deep penetration (without over-penetration) and make a very large wound channel when it counts. I understand your concern with long range accuracy and the triggers, but since this (and the Shield Plus) is intended for EDC and up close personal protection, I think they're really non-issues here (especially with the P365X's flat trigger). For in-home protection, there's a plethora of much better weapons. But for EDC pocket carry, the P365X is unrivaled by ANYTHING on the market today.

I recently got a used Shield Plus. The gun shop staff member got a CZ P10 C. The extra mags sold me on getting it used. I rented one that day. The trigger and grip were fantastic!

I still carry my standard M&P shield .40c as my EDC. I love it so much.

I really love my p365 but mostly for the modularity. Held a ported shield plus performance center the other day and loved they way it felt. One thing I really like is that the whole grip was textured allowing your off hand to have a little grip. I believe the oval shape of the shield also made the grip feel smaller but more comfortable in my hand. Def going to be my next toy!

For a better comparison all around this should have been between the S+ and a 365X or XL......much closer in size, better trigger and both of those are standard optics ready.

I actually got to shoot both of these pistols last summer at PSA in Savannah. I found the Sig more comfortable to shoot but only because my brother in law added a pedal to his P365 to make it easier for his wife to handle. The M&P Shield I rented also had a lot of wear and tear so I’m sure that made a difference. Thanks for the great comparison.

I just ordered my shield plus. I was contemplating P365 but after watching your review. I can't wait to shoot few rounds and start carrying my shield plus. Thank you again for a great side by side review.

Another great review! I can’t imagine a more fair assessment of the two. I’m a diehard Sig guy and will likely get a P365, but I think I’ll carry the S&W. I like to keep my full size handgun and my compact carry of the same manufacture and I favor a 5”M&P over the Sig P320.

When looking for a concealed carry pistol I shot these two, along with the Glock 43x and the Hellcat. I went in thinking that I would choose the Sig, but ended up liking it the least. It just wasn't comfortable in my hand and I shot the worst group with it by far. It ended up being between the S&W and the Hellcat. Ultimately I chose the Hellcat because it just had a more "solid" feel to it. It's interesting how different people like different guns. For example, tons of people love the 365, but personally I hated it.

These vids on the S&W M&P Shield Plus pretty much sold me on that thing. Super impressed with the long range shooting on the S&W M&P Shield Plus video review you did. Solid stuff.

I know I know…year old video etc. Just sold my 365 and got the shield plus. The 365 was very reliable, but accuracy all over the place even after 1000 rounds. I’m not a great shot, but I’m not as bad as the 365 groupings would indicate. Shield groupings are much much better.

Always thought there were better options than the shield when micros were primarily single stacks. Jumped on the 365 when it came out and loved it. Got the 365x grip module and swapped that out and loved it even more. Then the shield plus came out and once I held it, it was game over for the 365. Scooped up the plus and brought them both to the range and that’s all she wrote. Traded off the 365 for another .22lr range toy and now I carry the shield plus. I shoot it better and it’s more comfortable. No ragretz.

Shield Plus all day everyday! Had the SIg 365 but had to many malfunctions were I raged quit on it sold it and never looked back again. Interesting to note I never had a malfunction with any S&W firearms Ive had in the past and present.

Hey! I specifically asked for this vs review! Thanks for following up. I did however find both to be too small for my giant hand/frame and went with the PDP! And love it! Thanks again!

Thank you for a great side by side comparison. I appreciate how you always leave political issues out of your reviews and for providing a honest, non-biased opinion. I was looking at the 365 XL with the included red dot against the Shield 9 Plus Performance Center 4" with the red dot. Based on overall size and feel, I went with the Shield. The only issue I have with the Shield is the lack of availability of additional magazines. My issue with Sig is the price they charge for their magazines. All in All, it could be worse. :) Both you and your wife are good shooters. Do you both compete in USPSA or IDPA??

A few key points to consider: The Sig has a rail for lasers and lights while the Shield+ does not. If you don't like a safety dingus on your trigger, then you won't like the Shield+. Since I personally have big hands, I EDC the Sig with the 12 round mag to get a full grip. In 2 years of being my carry gun, I did modify the mags with Magguts Inc. plus 2 kits to bump them up to a 14 plus 1 set up. The Sig is MODULAR , so you can change the frame in a couple of minutes to an XL size, or just for looks alone from many sources, including Sig themselves, but the Shield+ is NOT MODULAR, so that's not an option for those of you who like to upgrade or improve your guns.

Just did get my shield plus came with night sights plus a rebate for three extra magazines.

I just upgraded from a Shield to a 365XL. Me and my gf both had Shields and we both had the same issue, even though her's is a 2.0 and mine was the original. They kept false resetting. It would click like it reset but it actually didn't. There's 2 clicks that feel identical right on top of each other. You had to go to the 2nd click to actually get it to reset. I don't regret going to a 365XL at all.

The P365 is a little gun that really shoots like a bigger gun. It's easy to make hits farther away than a small handgun is normally able to. The Shield + is very nice for shooting but it doesn't conceal quite as well as the P365. For me the Shield + is just a little too big for pocket carry. The best option is to buy them both.

Yeah the Shield Plus is my favorite too. Just something about the way it feels and shoots. It just feels right and it shoots great. I carried the older model Shields for years before. The Shield and I have a history. The older ones were narrow gripped with a so so trigger. The Plus is exactly the way I want a small carry 9 to be. Smith got it exactly right.

My mother actually went out and purchased a shield plus because of you! She's a huge fan.

I have learned quite a bit from your videos. I appreciate your professionalism and friendly presentations.

Chris, how about hellcat pro vs 365xl? It seems like Springfield copied dimensions of the xl and fit 3 more rounds. Curious on shoot ability and point ability. Thanks man

Great Stuff Outlaw !! But doesn't the 365 have the chassis that comes out and you can make it your way within the family of 365?? If so, this would be a Large Plus wouldn't it???

I have an optics ready S&W Performance Center M&P9 Shield Plus with a 4" barrel and the Crimson Trace optics. I took the optics off until I get more range time with it. It is my preferred CC firearm and I use 124gr JHP (same as my local PD) in a 10+1 for my EDC ammo.

Bought the plus on a whim, after watching a few reviews. So glad I did. It fits, is comfortable, reliable, and if I needed it to, fit in my front pocket. Unfortunately for me, wifey loved it also. Yall already know what happened next, lolol. She got me a 19x for our anniversary, so I didn't mind letting her have it.

I bought the GX4. Not very many rounds through it (less than 1K), but so far I've had zero issues and the accuracy has a been impressive; hitting a 10 inch plate at 50 yards and a 8 inch plate at 40 yards. How do these compare to the GX4?

I think the sig 365xl vs the shield plus is a better versus because of size.

I've owned 2 P365 variants. Both green dots on the front were DIM in daylight. I also have a Hellcat with a BRIGHT yellow dot on the front. Massively brighter than the Sig. Sig said they wouldn't do anything b/c it's the same way it came from the factory. Traded both P365s for a Shield Plus with extra mags, holsters, and practice ammo.

I owned the Sig 365,but after shooting the shield plus I got rid of the sig. The grip on the Shield plus just fit my hands better. Carried the shield until I got the Iwi Masada slim. The shield and Masada Slim is in my carry rotation

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The Sig and M&P pistols are good pistols, but the latest Hellcat Pro seems like the best fit and size. It’s the perfect slim sized pistol yet ideally suited for appendix carry because of its longer slide and slightly larger grip for better recoil control. I have to admit that I never got the micro nine bug but the Hellcat Pro seems very appealing to me. Curious to see how it will compare in an Honest Outlaw review.

My Hogue 'Hand All" grip from my Ruger LC9S popped in my head when you said "thin" grip for the Sig... Fit GREAT on my 365X!!!

I went from daily carrying a Walther PPX (full sized) to a Shield Plus about a year ago, oh my, so much more comfortable. Night and day difference, also feels great to shoot for a micro 9. Trigger is great as well

Wouldn't the xl. Match up with the shield+ a bit better more apples to apples?

I have never hated a stock grip more than the shield plus. The shape was an immediate turn off for me.

The 365XL was my first handgun and I couldn't have been happier with the purchase. Haven't felt the need to buy or search out any other carry guns. Now I just chase full size home defense guns

Kel Tec P11 really was ahead of their time. Unfortunately they never took off like the 365 and shield plus.

I’ve been tempted by the shield plus but I had a first gen performance center. I loved it and it was absolutely accurate and reliable. However, I was gifted a 2.0 4” compact by my wife for a birthday a few years back. I haven’t carried the shield since. For me, 6’2” 215, I prefer to carry OWB.

Just sold my gen 1 shield to buy the shield plus. Had the gen 1 since 2014 daily carry. Rarely cleaned..never malfunctioned.

Great video! The only polymer gun I carry at this point is the P365...and it is a pocket gun for the times in the summer when I am in shorts and tee shirt. The rest of the time it will be a compact semi auto of revolver. I find that the savings in weight isn't enough to give up the feel of a heavier gun...the are smoother shooting and are back on target faster. The gun I choose will depend on where I am going and what I am doing.

I tried the Shield Plus at the range to compare with the Sig 365X. Later that day I went to our LGS and bought the Shield Plus coz it just felt right in my hands than the Sig did. Shootability, can't go wrong with either. The $50 rebate came pretty quick also.

At least according to the published stats, the Keltec P11 is the same size as the P365, with a double stack 10 round magazine, and was out in the mid-90s. I carried one for years. The trigger was awful, and it was unpleasant to shoot it you don't have built in recoil pads, but it worked.