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6 Best Glock Pistols For Concealed Carry In 2025
When you Google almost any term plus “concealed carry”, you’re bound to find Glock mentioned. That’s not a coincidence; it’s due to Glock’s superior reliability and wide array of models to suit almost every preference.
From the Glock 42, chambered in .380 ACP, to the Glock 29, chambered in 10mm, and all the calibers in between, there is a Glock that is both concealable and affordable. You really can’t go wrong with any of them. While Glocks aren’t the most feature-packed or attractive, the aftermarket support is unmatched, so you can customize them to your heart’s content.
An optic plus a light are great additions for a carry gun. Source
After reviewing the following Glocks and understanding what makes them ideal for concealed carry, we hope you have a solid idea of which one would be best for you!
How We Chose
With such a wide product line, it can be challenging to determine which Glocks are best suited for specific use cases. When it comes to concealed carry, though, we of course narrowed down the choices to compact frames or smaller, and removed .22 LR models from the equation.
We didn’t just rely on reviews for these choices either, as we’ve been able to put our hands on and shoot each one of these between the team. Additionally, a few of us even carry some of these models ourselves, so you can be reassured we put some serious thought behind our choices, that is backed by experience.
Top Glocks
Glock 19 Gen5 MOS
The Glock 19 Gen5 MOS is arguably one of the best “do it all” guns on the market, which means the concealed carry role can be filled easily with it. While it is a smidge larger than some others on this list, with the right holster and attire, you should have no problem concealing it.
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It boasts a 15+1 standard capacity of versatile 9mm, can host your favorite optics and lights, and has some of the most expansive aftermarket support of any pistol. Add a Holosun red dot and a Streamlight TLR-7X, and you’ll have one heck of a carry combo.
Best of all, with the barrel and sight radius being on the longer side compared to some others on the list, you’ll be able to capitalize on your ammo’s true accuracy potential. You’ll also find all the Gen5 features such as the GLOCK Marskman Barrel and front slide serrations to name a few.
From your waist to your nightstand, the Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS is a safe and reliable bet.
Glock 43X MOS
Another 9mm model and my personal favorite Glock for concealed carry, the 43X MOS, offers the perfect balance of concealability and ergonomics. It has a longer grip than it’s smaller sibling, the Glock 43, which allows for a more comfortable grip and additional rounds.
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Incorporating Gen5 features such as the match-grade GLOCK Marksman Barrel and front slide serrations, it further distances itself from the Glock 43. It even features a small accessory rail, which allows you to mount lights such as the Streamlight TLR-7X SUB.
If the standard 10-round magazine isn’t enough for you, the Shield Arms S15 is a very popular alternative that bumps the capacity up to 15+1 in the same magazine footprint. However, I would recommend sticking with factory magazines for defensive use, but that’s just my .02!
Be sure to grab the MOS version, though, or you won’t have the option to mount an optic.
Glock 23
Want a little more stopping power without sacrificing too much capacity? If so, check out the Glock 23 chambered .40 S&W. Offering a standard capacity of 13+1, you’ll be able to carry confidently knowing you’re covered for whatever may come your way!
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Similar to the Glock 19 in size, you’ll easily be able to obtain superior accuracy with the 4.02-inch barrel and longer sight radius. While there isn’t a Gen5 model (yet), you still get an accessory rail for your favorite lights.
If you want a Gen5 MOS Glock chambered in .40 S&W you’ll have to step up to the full-size Glock 22, but with that comes all the great features and two more rounds.
Glock 29 Gen5
Unlike the Glock 23 we just discussed, the powerful 10mm Glock 29 is available in a Gen5 variant, so you’ll be able to get the stopping power plus all the great features.
Believe it or not, you get the same 10+1 standard capacity as the Glock 43X, but instead of those “wimpy 9mm” rounds, you’re working with 10mm. I’m only kidding about the wimpy party by the way, I just have heard the 10mm fans say that all too often!
A true example of small but mighty. Source
With the GLOCK Marksman Barrel, front slide serrations and the removal of the dreaded finger grooves from the Gen4 model, it’s a no-brainer if you want to roll with 10mm.
Glock 30 Gen5
I know some people swear by .45 AUTO as the best concealed carry caliber, and if you fall into that group, the Glock 30 Gen5 is your best bet.
Don’t let it’s size fool you, the Glock 30 packs a mean punch. Source
As you can see, it has the same features the other Gen5s do so I won’t bore you with them all, but unfortunately there are no MOS models until you step up to the full-size models.
With 10-round standard magazines and the ability to accept magazines from it’s larger siblings, you can easily step up the capacity to 13+1 for some reassurance.
Glock 42
I don’t recommend .380 AUTO for defensive use, but if you’re set on it, the G42 is your only option from Glock. It’s extremely tiny, enough so to pocket carry, but that also means you are going to be limited in capacity. The standard 6-round magazine leaves a lot to be desired.
Made for pocket carry. Source
Thankfully, Glock does offer a 6-round magazine with a finger rest for added control, but if you want more rounds, you’ll have to go the aftermarket route with something like the 10-round extended magazine from ProMag.
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I would strongly urge you to at least bump up to the Glock 43 if you’re concerned about overall size, at least then you’ll have 9mm stopping power.
Which Is For You?
As you can now see, there is a Glock for every concealed carrier out there. Whether you’re looking for the most concealable option, such as the Glock 42, or you want to be able to stop a bear with the help of the Glock 30, you’re bound to find what you need within the Glock lineup.
At the end of the day, each of these pistols comes with the most important feature, the infamous Glock reliability. You won’t have to worry about your pistol going “bang” when you need it to, regardless of which caliber or frame size you go with.
Even if you don’t pick a Glock for concealed carry, be sure to train and be confident with the pistol that you do. It could save your life, literally.
