During the trials, the 10mm was found to be comparable to the .45 ACP, but the 10mm was found to take up less space and produce shot groups on targets that were half the size.
The 12 best 10mm pistols ranked after hands-on testing. From the Glock 20 Gen 5 to premium 1911s, find the right 10mm for hunting, defense, and bear country.
12 Best 10mm Pistols (2026): Tested and Ranked - USA Gun Shop
Looking for the best 10mm handguns? We review top pistols for power, reliability, and performance—find the perfect 10mm for carry, hunting, or defense.
10mm Auto has been experiencing a bit of a resurgence in popularity in recent years, so here we look at the best 10mm pistol options.
Below is a side-by-side comparison of our top 10mm pistol picks, showing current prices, calibers, capacities, and dimensions to help you choose the best 10mm handgun for your needs.
Today, the 10mm cartridge is making a comeback as hunting enthusiasts use it to hunt wild boar, bears, deer, and everything in between. The 10mm Auto is among the most powerful handgun cartridges commonly chambered in semi-automatic handguns.
There are a lot of 10mm pistols on the market now, but some are better than others. We've tested lots, but these are our favorites.
To help parse the myriad handgun options on the market in 2025, I wanted to get my hands on five of the most popular 10mm models, courtesy of our friends over at Scheels: the Sig Sauer P320 X-Ten Compact, Glock G20 Gen 5, Springfield XDM Elite, Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, and the FN 510 Tactical.