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Best Glock Triggers In 2025: From Competition To Concealed Carry
Glock triggers are some of the worst and the best on the market. The latter can come once you break it in. Or if you’re me, you realize that even after 5,000 rounds, some Glocks just have terrible triggers.
Like the trigger on my 19X. Horrific. But what did I expect from a mass-produced pistol dedicated to military service? Too much is my guess.
Triggers are not that difficult to swap.
If you’ve been shooting your Glock recently and have noticed that your trigger is terrible when compared to those of Walther, H&K, heck, even Sig Sauer, you start to realize that it may be time to upgrade your trigger!
If that isn’t the issue, and you just want a new trigger to complement the looks of your Glock or change the way your finger rests on the trigger, this article is also for you.
How We Tested
By shooting. A lot. On any given day, we have at least 15 different Glocks on tap with all the accoutrements, from your Apex triggers to your Glock Store triggers and everything between—the good, the bad, and the ugly.
These recommendations stem from experience—shooting, wasting a lot of money, and many days where “clicks” and reracks are done more often than “bangs.”
Why Upgrade Your Trigger?
Why are you changing your Glock trigger? That’s important to know before you go placing any orders. Is it competition? Is it for self-defense? Is it strictly for looks?
The customization options are endless with Glock pistols. Source
For the love of all things Holy, DO NOT put a competition trigger in your carry gun. In a situation where you can’t stop shaking from raw adrenaline and your mind is racing with thoughts and what the outcome could be, with an attacker on the other side of the barrel, the last thing you want is a trigger with a 3.5-pound pull.
The heavier the better. It may save your behind in court, too. That’s me telling you not to modify your trigger if you carry your Glock or use it for home defense.
Triggers
Glock Performance Trigger (GPT)
If you want an upgrade from your standard trigger but nothing super fancy, the Glock Performance Trigger offers just that. While the stock trigger is heavier due to the cocking of the striker throughout the pull, the GPT operates from a fully cocked striker, resulting in a lighter pull.
The trigger face is also flatter, allowing for more leverage on the trigger finger, resulting in a smoother pull and more consistent shot placement.
The GPT is great for shooters who want Glock reliability (or extra assurance) and a lighter trigger pull.
It’s hard to beat OEM reliability. Source
Glock Store Enhanced Performance Trigger
It’s still Glock reliability, but Lenny Magill added his touch. By removing the plastic trigger shoe and safety and replacing them with aluminum ones, the enhanced GPT is far more comfortable on the finger.
The connector is also replaced by a 3.5 diamond one, which lightens the trigger pull. This is suitable for competition shooters and your range gun, but not for self-defense purposes.
If you want a trigger for your carry gun, it’s next.
Glockstore Enhanced Performance trigger. Source
Glock Store Basic Flat Face Pyramid Trigger V2
This trigger comes with multiple springs to change the weight of your pull, and for those who want a competition trigger, there’s a two-pound spring. And for those who carry their Glock, a six-pound spring is also included.
This trigger is loved by many Glock shooters, both purists and enthusiasts alike, for its versatility and the quality of its construction. Best of all, it won’t cost you an arm and a leg like other triggers. We’ll get to that.
However, if you’re looking for a versatile trigger that can be used for both competition and carry, this is it. Just make sure you swap the spring before you go competing vs. carrying.
Lenny McGill’s classic trigger that made him legendary. Source
Tactical Pontoon (Take Your Pick)
The Trigger Jedi, yes, indeed. The best aftermarket trigger to use depends on your specific purpose. James applies the same knowledge he learned as an aircraft mechanic with the same attention to detail.
If he can put planes in the sky, this guy knows something, and the quality with which he upholds his triggers is second to none.
Fortunately, I got my hands on the Heisenberg Daily System in a Gen 4 Glock 19. Let me say that the reset was second to none, far faster than anything else, and definitely lived up to the “70% decrease in reset” that it promises.
There are several different triggers available, from competition to EDC. You should train extensively before you drop any of these into your Glock, though, or you may not appreciate how great they are.
Two beautiful builds utilizing Tactical Pontoon triggers. Source
Agency Arms
Agency Arms makes some great gear, not just triggers. I run one of its magwells on my 19x, and it has survived multiple bouts of abuse. Your trigger won’t suffer that much (hopefully), but it is a testament to how well Agency Arms parts are made.
Its drop-in triggers utilize the OEM trigger bar, polished, with a flat-face anodized trigger that puts your finger lower, allowing for more leverage and an easier trigger pull. You’ll also find it uses a + connector and a heavy striker spring, coming in at 4 pounds.
They aren’t insanely expensive, either. You’ll be hard pressed to find things to complain about.
One of my favorite triggers outside of Tactical Pontoon. Source
Apex Action Enhancement Trigger
Affordable and far superior to factory triggers, the Apex Action Enhancement trigger features all Apex parts, from the shoe to the connector and trigger bar, resulting in a shorter reset, crisper break, and an overall more enjoyable experience.
This system promises to reduce the pull weight by one pound, both pre-travel and overall travel, as well as reset distance. All of these give you a more responsive trigger that will help take your accuracy to another level, so long as you’ve been training.
Action Enhancement, sure. Source
Conclusion
Triggers are a great upgrade for those who have been training and want to take their pistol to the next level. Whether it be competition or carry, there are some amazing triggers out there, but you should NOT be swapping your trigger if you don’t plan to train with it frequently.
And again, do not put competition triggers in your carry gun. Take a look at how lawyers eat up modified firearms in court. You’ll thank me later. And you’ll save money.
Be good and take care.
