Bought one two months ago and absolutely love it!!! Such a great, quality built gun. Extremely pleasant to shoot for a 10mm and extremely happy with the accuracy. As with the grip safety, I honestly do not even notice it while shooting the gun. I actually like the purpose of it cause I usually always have my guns loaded. So just a small but effective safety feature. So when firing, I’ve never had it cause an issue, get in the way, felt it, etc. I just don’t even notice it while shooting. So if a person was to NOT purchase this gun or one like it because of any concerns of the grip safety, they would be massively selling the gun short and would be making a big mistake in my opinion. In fact, I love this gun so much I am going to purchase another just to have a second one.

I've been watching your channel for years and never commented. I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the no BS reviews you've done. The format is absolutely professional and I've not only enjoyed them but walked away more informed. So thank you for doing all of these.

Note that this gun, and the full size models, throw the brass over 25-35 feet between the 3 and 5 o'clock positions. First time I shot it, in a range or outside, I could only recover about 20% of my brass. As it was nickel Starline brass, it was like throwing a roll of quarters away each time I shot it. Many reviews never mention this.

Love the review. Last month I walked into a shop and held both the Glock 29 and XDM Elite 10mm. I absolutely hated how the Glock felt in my hands so I chose the XDM Elite. Grabbed some extra 15 round mags and an Optic online, I couldn't be more happier with this purchase

Finally another compact 10mm. Been waiting for someone other than glock to do this for a while

This is absolutely a MUST HAVE for me.

10mm compact carry gun with 11+1. This is going to be huge for SA.

I've shot a lot of pistols. BUTTT the spring field xdm is one of the most accurate PISTOLS I've ever shot.

Springfield Armory is underrated. They make some quality firearms for decent prices.

Looks like Mrs Sootch00 knocked you out!

I have an XDM 5.25 that I love. 10mm is my favorite round. So a compact XDM is music to my ears. I was holding out on getting a Glock 29 hoping they would come out with an MOS. Plus, they have the Hellcat sights.

10mm compact is the ultimate 90's "man stopper" gun.

I have an XDM elite 4.5" 9mm and its one of my softest shooting. Perhaps the reason is because its one of the heavier polymers guns and I think that weight comes from a very noticeable ruggedness to the build quality. Heavy stainless steel guide rod. Everything is really solid.

Just put my first 300 rounds through mine, and this moved to the top of my favorites. Pros: sits well in the hand, not too light or too heavy. Good visible sights, even with my bad eyesight. Flared magwell is great. Slide release is well sized and easy to use. One of the best striker fire triggers. Ran S&B FMJ as well as an assortment of hot underwood loads 135g and 200g JHP, and even 220gr hard cast. Handled all flawlessly. Seemed to like the mid-weights best (200gr followed by 180 gr). Then the 135's and didnt care too much for the 220's. My only con is the sights were low and left. The sights are dovetailed to drift for being left but will have to go more 12 o clock hold for the elevation. Will likely wind up with a reflex or laser anyway.

Sootchoo and Mr guns and gear are the only two video reviews that I consider when I'm seriously interested in purchasing a firearm no BS just straight talk and an excellent demonstration of the firearm in action.

Takes a 10mm round in a compact frame to give any challenge to Sootch's muzzle-rise control. AMAZING!!

Been edc'ing a Springfield xdm compact for 8yrs now. Very reliable and a joy to shoot

SOOTCH - Thanks as always for a great review! I don't know how, but you always manage to read my mind. As soon as I see a new product, I think "I need a review on that." And... you have what I'm looking for!

Wish CZ or Smith&Wesson would make a 10mm Patiently waiting!

Looks like a solid build and I like the Elite updates. I hope to get to try one and hey….its in 10mm. Smiles all around.

We wants it. We needs it...

I own this gun. Nothing else on the market comes close in the 10mm... love it.

Just purchased the 9mm this past Thursday. When to the range this morning to shoot off a few rounds, outstanding. This will be one of my main CC. Outstanding shooting pistol

Bonus day for gun lovers ! Another channel reviewing this compact sledgehammer Good job!

Just picked mine up today.... watched your video this morning before work.. couldn't wait at work for the call that it was in... got this bad boy in my hands !! Thanks for the awesome review!!

I love my Glocks and have no issue with them but the XD's are made very SOLID in comparison. The only one I still have is my XD mod 2 in 45acp and I carry it often off-duty and now retired.

Thank you Sootch for another quality review! I have the 1911 Ronin in 10mm and just ordered this after watching your review.

Love these they're perfect for woods carry or Urban. Perfect hiking gun, its easy to carry and still packs the punch you need

Excellent review! I may actually pick this one up. Never disliked Springfield XD series but this one is IMPRESSIVE!

When SA released the FS XDM 10mm I commented that they needed to do a compact CC version and man am I glad they did. I had a model 29 and truthfully with medium sized hands no pun intended it was a handful and well gen 4s do not exactly have the greatest grip surface so it was not a overly manageable pistol as it wants to jump out of your hands when running full house defensive loads. I have owned several models of XD pistols over the years and have had a couple SA1911 models as well and they have all served me very reliably. The thing I loved about the XD line was it was ergonomically comfortable and ambi control from the jump it just fit so well in my hand. I bought a Gen 1 upon launch and I do regret having sold it but I have owned several models since. I just end up trading up on something different because unfortunately I am a working man with tons of financial responsibilities and cannot just continuously buy and keep the latest and greatest that I think I will want. That said when I buy this pistol it is going to stay in the lineup permanantly as it has been a long wait for a compact 10 that is ergonomically feasible for me. I have 3 purchases to make the new Steyr 9mm compact, the XDM 10mm compact, and a Shield plus performance center micro. After I have those I will work on rebuilding my collector grade inventory there is an Atlas in my future, and hopefully the Mrs. will feel generous so I can get an Alien too. Happy wife happy life. Unfortunately that requires getting the new house built first.

Ive wanted this for years and they finally made it!

Love getting my 10mm fix without having to shoot one. Thanks, Sootch00!

Finally... nice to hear about something besides a 9mm. This is interesting! I like it. Thank you. God bless all here.

Thanks Springfield and sootch00! Just when I thought I was done buying firearms!

Very good early review. Thank you for keeping us informed and entertained.

Shot mine for the first time today. Loved it. Thought it was gonna kick like my 44mag. Not even close. Took it to 1 off my gun guys that I bought it from to get the dot put on. I'm totally happy and will be happier with the DRAGON FLY gets installed. My gun guy is a X state trooper and said the kick is compared to a 40c. Wish the holster came with mine

I am really glad to finally see a direct competitor to the Glock 29 on the market! The Glock is a great pistol but I agree that it does feel “blocky” in the hand. It is nice to see Springfield coming out with this and including addition features like an optics cut. It just gives consumers more options which is a good thing. I know there are other compact 10’s out there like the EAA Witness P Compact 10mm, but I didn’t include it as a competitor because I have never really been a fan of safeties on DA/SA pistols. I really like DA/SA pistols that are decocker only though! To me, adding a safety takes away the benifit that DA/SA gives you. But that is just my opinion.

Thanks for this! ive been waiting for the Elite to have a 10mm option for a while now. I have the 4.5 XDM in 10mm and it is the single best pistol I own. My biggest issue with it as the trigger. When I got my hands on the 4.5 9mm the issues I had with the XDM were addressed and the first words out of my mouth were "10mm when?" and now in one step closer. I will DEFFITELY be picking up the compact too.

Okay 👍 I love the 10 MM round. A long time ago I had a Springfield Armory Custom Shop fully ported & full race gun. I have got to get one of these.

Thank you for demonstrating rapid fire with this firearm. Great video!

This would be an awesome purchase! The likelihood of it reaching California would be a far fetched dream. But one could still hope🤞

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING AMAZING FIREARM 🔥🏆🔥

"more better" i would agree love my Springfield looking forward to getting this gun

This is what I expected from this gun . Great one for personal defense . Thanks for the review .

I just my 10mm today and I absolutely love it. Easily favorite gun known. Recoil is not bad at all. Amazing and very well built

I recently added the S&W 10mm 4.6 and the XDM 10mm to my growing collection of centimeters. I like both, but I don’t consider the Springfield trigger to be “Match Grade”. Maybe I just need to put more rounds through it. Now that the SIG P320 10mm is out as well as a full size XDM, I’m going to have a hard time deciding which 10’s I’m going to take to the range!

Another fantastic review. Thanks so much. I plan to watch your video again before making additional comments. 😃👍

Just bought this pistol today, so now the wait, I have the XDM in 4.5 and I fricking love it so much I had to get this pistol too!!!

Been carrying my G29 for 14 yrs. Love the 10mm’s magnum power. My 29 is very accurate but it’s blocky grip is frustrating, even with the extended mag. I’m interested in the XDM elite primarily for it’s comfortable grip - like my Hellcat. Good video and I’m gonna see/shoot one at my range.

Just picked one of these up. I live in Alaska where there could be bears anywhere. I have a 44 magnum I carry on my chest when I’m out hiking but it’s not always the most practical to carry if I’m out and about in the city or go hiking on a whim. This is good for any threat city or woods and can easily conceal carry it in both

Nothing like waking up to a new sootch00 video heck yea need me a 10mm

Good song to go along with your reviews haha I love it!

A hefty 10mm as a compact? Why would you do that to you? … because you CAN!!! Looking so forward to get my hands on one of these little suckers. Thanks for the review!

Glock 29 has some competition, bout time .

Sootch! You are the man, always enjoy your dedication to truth, balanced reviewing of all manufactures. Have had my I on this 10mm gem for sometime, having seen your review, I believe if it fits my hand, it is the best compact 10mm out there. Best regards, and keeping doing what you do! THX V

I just purchased one and I’m in love again. It is so gorgeous and the weight is perfect happy to have another 10mm. Everyone should get one.

Very nice review! Great content. I have both the Springfield XD-S and XD-E .45. Outstanding firearms. Smallest and one of the most reliable in its class! Love your 10mm pistol!

Great review! We reviewed it as well and it is SWEEET! I'm adding the 15 round magazine and this will be on my hip for every backcountry trip from here on out.

Thank you for the excellent review! You always explain everything thoroughly and straightforward. Well...there is another 10mm to the collection.

Nice review. XDs are awesome guns, wish we had something like the 2A here. Cheers from Croatia!

Love seeing a new 10mm compact come out to give ya some options if your looking for one but I'm sticking with the g29. Just dont like the looks of those slide serrations & the g29 feels good in the hand .

This needs the Hellcat style compensator !

Bought mine a week ago love it

Gotta have this 10mm.... love it !

WE need some 10MM ballistics gel tests!

There's nothing special about the trigger on my xds but for some reason I shoot tighter groups with that than the shield or canik. Lots of people knock the xd line but I love mine and carry it often

I will be Adding this Springfield to my collection.

Thanks for the review. This helped a lot.

I have the 9mm version and absolutely love it

Wow i might have to retire my xd 40 subcompact for this. 10mm could really be a one stop shop imo with ammo variations.

Good review brother, I love your sign-off at the end!

“I’ll just take both” Amen brother, Amen.

Looks amazing. I’d love to acquiring one of these and a 5”. The next time your wife tells you to take out the trash, don’t take so long. 😂

Well... that solves it! I've been thinking either Glock 20/29 or XDM 10mm/Glock29. Now I know. I love the ergonomics of the XDM: I'm excited to try the META trigger. Looks like Springfield is going to be selling two new pistols soon! (holding breath for an XDM Elite 10mm - 5.25)!!!

3.8 xdm 9mm with full size magwell. Giving me 19 rounds. It's old but totally reliable. Topped with vortex venom. And tlr 7.

Great video sootch, I'm glad you compared it to the G29 as that was ultimately one of the many things I was curious about.

I have this in the 5.3” OSP, imo the carry ammo should be 135 or 150 grains, there’s quite a bit of ammo in that range still getting over 600 ft lbs in a shorter barrel. XDM is way better than crappy Glocks, never had a jam or fte with my XDM but Glock 40 is a different story.

I love the power of 10mm

Yes, "more better" is always best!

That things got some nice pop to it! Definitely gonna look at one.

I love my G29. It's a brutal tank of a pistol. But it's my first Glock. Literally every handgun I've ever owned has a significantly better feeling grip. Now, the Glock grip is tolerable. If it wasn't I wouldn't have bought the thing but damn. It's so "meh". Love everything else about it though so I look past it. I live in CT so once SA decides to make offer a version with the 10 round base plates, I'll pick one of these up. I'll never sell the Glock but it will be carried less because chances are, I'll like the XDm grip more.

FN should chamber the FNX-45 in 10mm, also would be cool if somebody made a lever gun chambered in 10mm that could also shoot 40cal, 10rnds of 10mm or 20rnds of 40cal if that is even possible.

scootchOO , you crack me up with your out takes ,. Funny is as hell Bud , keep up the good work !

Great video, man. I got lost looking for a video of someone firing this one-handed.

When this gun was released this morning my first thought was I hope sootch has a review! I have the xd 3.3 45 acp.How do they compare in recoil?

I’ll keep my g29. Love that beast. Carry with civil defense 10mm 60gr 2400fps w 780 fpe and with these rounds very little recoil in 10mm. Love them

Looking at ordering this in November! Definitely New carry gun. Love it!!!

Fantastic review as always thank you.

C’mon man…Skitch just when I say I’m done buying for the year, Sootch comes along with anyone. Now I have to figure out how to sneak this past the wife into the safe and make it seem like it’s been there all along

14:04 *BRING BACK THE MOD 2* !!!!!!

Dang man you're a good shooter! Your Draw is super quick! Great videos!

Great review thanks.

10mm was what I was shooting during the ammo shortage. Not all 10mm ammo is equal. It’s an awesome round. I have a Glock 40. It’s like a dump truck. This XDM compact looks pretty neat.

I'd need to see the chrony numbers to confirm it's worth buying over my existing .40cal compacts.

Thanks for the review sootch. My buddies and I are gonna take a trip up to Alaska and I needed a compact 10mm bear detergent

feel your pain "battle scars" are awesome,,,,as always your presentation is all I ever need to start the process if I am interested in particular firearm,,, thanks a lot,,,,long live the republic!!

Is modern production 10mm ammo much more powerful than 40 cal? I don’t own either so I’m just wondering.

Everybody: We are going to the 9mm because the recoil is more manageable, the ammo is cheaper ...... Springfield: LEEEEEROYYYYYYY JEEEENNNKINNNNNNS!

Good review! I may have to give this one serious consideration!

I always really liked my xdm 4.5 and 3.8 9mm's.