XD vs M&P (not apples to apples)

[cundiff5535]

Hey guys, I have shot an M&P9 and M&P 9 pro... they both had apex triggers so comparing a XD or XDM isnt really comparing them fairly. I am going to be getting another 9mm in one of the four listed above. If I do get the S&W, I will be putting the Apex in... anyone have any feedback on the XD,XDM? What about triggers for them?

Any help would be great

Thanks
Bc

 

[KPierce]

Powder River makes trigger kits for XDms. Here's a link you can check out - XDM Trigger Kit

 

[teddy12b]

I'm not sure if I've ever heard of either brand/make of these pistols having a bad trigger.

 

[cundiff5535]

I'm not sure if I've ever heard of either brand/make of these pistols having a bad trigger.

Sorry but, IMO the trigger in the M&P the way it comes is absolutely horrible.

I guess that could be because when I started shooting it was with a Kimber that had a trigger break at just under 3lbs.

The Apex in the M&P breaks at just under 4 which is great.... but that stock trigger... man, its just not for me... with the Apex its one of the best pistols I have shot though

I really like the XDM as well but, I haven shot one, and I am afraid the stock trigger will not be to my liking.... Ill look into the trigger mentioned above

I guess I am just spoiled or just very, very particular about my firearms

Thanks!

 

[totenkopf]

I once owned ax XD Tactical in .40, and I have to admit that while I love my Sigs, I'd give anything for Sig to develop a trigger system that was on par with that of the XD. The trigger system is probably the biggest thing I miss about that pistol, but I didn't care for the single action only design of the pistol, so I opted to part with it in favor of a Sig 229. As far as choosing between the two, I think the XD's trigger system is significantly better than that of Smith and Wesson, as is the overall design of the handgun.

Edit: I should add that my experience with the M&P comes from shooting a friend's piece. I didn't care for the way the M&P fit compared to the XD I had back then, and I didn't much like the trigger system, however, I think that it is a decent polymer handgun.

 

[Hoosierdood]

I'm not sure if I've ever heard of either brand/make of these pistols having a bad trigger.

M&P's are notorious for having crappy triggers. The M&P Pro is a little better, but the Apex trigger is 500% better than the stock trigger.

I haven't had much experience with the XD.

 

[Magneto]

I have only shot an XD once. It was a .40 and I liked it quite a bit. IMO, the trigger was much more to my liking than my SR9 I had at the time. I currently own an M&P and am waiting to have my APEX put on it. That said I have only taken it out once and found the trigger better than I was expecting. I am glad I chose the M&P over the XD.

 

[Streck-Fu]

Having shot the XD and M&P the XD has a better trigger. The M&P is gritty and crappy but the XD isn't perfect.

I carry a Sig 228 in preference to either.

 

[mbaza3]

I have shot both and the stock trigger in the XDM is much better than the gritty M&P.

 

[redpitbull44]

I carried an XD45 4" for 3 years. Put probably 3,000 rounds through it.

I switched to the M&P45 after having a 1911 for a while, and an atrocious hunk of crap Sig P250 45 full size. I really like the M&P better than the XD45. As far as the trigger goes, stock for stock I think its a toss up, but I do like the feel of the M&P better. I've yet to shoot either with an enhanced trigger package though.

 

[shavedforbattle]

I would say, if at all possible, try to find an XD to shoot before you let us make your mind up for you. I say this because in my experience, everyone likes a different trigger. For example, I HATE Glock triggers, but LOVE my stock M&P trigger. Now I know I'm going against the general consensus, but it's what feels best to me and my trigger finger.

 

[Tydeeh22]

the XDM in .40 cal at least (my only xdm experience) has a very touchy trigger pull. almost an uncertainty on when the sear is going to pop. hope it helped.

 

[cundiff5535]

Thanks for all the responses here. Last thing I will add what ever firearm i go with, I am going to change out the trigger... Since I do not know anyone who currently has an XDM with upgraded trigger I cant shoot or test it before I buy. I am going to just go ahead with the M&P (Ill prob but the XDM 5... with the cut slide down the line). It comes down to knowing what I am getting with the M&P (since I have shot multiples with the Apex).

Plus I have some other goodies to put on the gun as well!

Ill post some pics once I have the firearm complete!

Thanks for the advise guys... If anyone has shot with the XDM that I am talking about with the trigger upgraded, I would love to hear feedback for future reference

 

[jgreiner]

Hey guys, I have shot an M&P9 and M&P 9 pro... they both had apex triggers so comparing a XD or XDM isnt really comparing them fairly. I am going to be getting another 9mm in one of the four listed above. If I do get the S&W, I will be putting the Apex in... anyone have any feedback on the XD,XDM? What about triggers for them?

Any help would be great

Thanks
Bc

I have the MP Pro...and have no need for an Apex trigger. Mine feels great.

 

[U.S. Patriot]

I have fired the Xd/Xdm and the M&P. I see a lot of people saying the M&P triggers suck. I do not see it that way. I shoot them just as accurately as any other handgun. The Xd's are top heavy. The Xdm's make a good club if you run out of ammo. Personally, between the three. I would choose the M&P.

 

[Fordtough25]

I've only had 1 XDM, it shot very nicely. I would compare the trigger to a Glock trigger IMO. I haven't shot my fiance's M&P too much but she likes the trigger. I too think the XDM feels a bit top heavy but man do they shoot nice! And they hold a lot of ammo for the grip size.

 

[Sureshot129]

I once owned ax XD Tactical in .40, and I have to admit that while I love my Sigs, I'd give anything for Sig to develop a trigger system that was on par with that of the XD. The trigger system is probably the biggest thing I miss about that pistol, but I didn't care for the single action only design of the pistol, so I opted to part with it in favor of a Sig 229. As far as choosing between the two, I think the XD's trigger system is significantly better than that of Smith and Wesson, as is the overall design of the handgun.

Edit: I should add that my experience with the M&P comes from shooting a friend's piece. I didn't care for the way the M&P fit compared to the XD I had back then, and I didn't much like the trigger system, however, I think that it is a decent polymer handgun.

Sig did get one with the SRT (Short Reset Trigger) or send one you already have sent back to Sig to get one. Mine made a Wilson Combat guy go

 

[Toolepqk]

Thanks for all the responses here. Last thing I will add what ever firearm i go with, I am going to change out the trigger... Since I do not know anyone who currently has an XDM with upgraded trigger I cant shoot or test it before I buy. I am going to just go ahead with the M&P (Ill prob but the XDM 5... with the cut slide down the line). It comes down to knowing what I am getting with the M&P (since I have shot multiples with the Apex).

Plus I have some other goodies to put on the gun as well!

Ill post some pics once I have the firearm complete!

Thanks for the advise guys... If anyone has shot with the XDM that I am talking about with the trigger upgraded, I would love to hear feedback for future reference

I have an xdm 3.8 compact 9mm. It has a stock trigger but I think it feels great. If you are close I wouldn't have a problem meeting at pops if youd like to get a feel for it.

 

[Eric05]

My M&P9 has one of the better triggers that I have used. I didnt think the XDm had any better of a trigger(no worse either). It was a little gritty at first(the M&P) but after 1300 rounds or so it feels pretty good than what it originally started at.

 

[teddy12b]

I'm surprised about how many people here aren't fans of the S&W triggers. I guess I never paid much attention to them. I've owned an xd 45, xd 9mm sub compact, and currently own an xd 45 with thumb safety cut down to compact size and all three of them have had pretty good triggers as far as I was concerned.