While most people want nothing but Glock pistols, we’ve recently talked to some gun enthusiasts, and they’ve also recommended Sig Sauer. Could the Sig Sauer P365 be the pistol that changes things?
Along with a team of gun experts, I tested the popular Glock 26 vs Sig P365 to answer your question on which to get.
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Primary Differences Between Sig Sauer P365 & Glock 26
You’ll find several differences between the Sig P365 and Glock 26. While the Sig P365 holds a single-stack magazine, the Glock 26 is double-stack, which means the grip is thicker. The grip angle on the Glock is steep-angled, so you may need to make some adjustments. On the other hand, Sig offers a more shallow and conventional angle. With the Sig’s ergonomic design, the Sig will feel more natural on your hand.
- G26 is double-stack, while P365 is single-stack
- Glock 26 has steep-angled grip, while Sig Sauer P365 has a traditional angle
- Glock has a shorter trigger reset than Sig P365
- Sig Sauer P365 needs lesser pressure on the wall
- Sig can fit 2 to 3 fingers on the grip, while Glock has a fairly short grip
During our dry firing test on both pistols, the Sig sounded weird, almost comical, although this may not translate much to live shooting, which we also did right after. The Glock also has a shorter trigger reset, which is helpful in accurately placing successive target rounds. In this aspect, the Glock is superior.
The wall on the Glock requires more pressure than the Sig P365, although the Sig’s slide-lock lever can be inconvenient on your support hand when you take a thumb-forward position.
Comparison Table
P365
- Manufacturer : Sig Sauer
- Length : 5.8 inches
- Height : 4.3 inches
- Weight : 17.8 oz
- Barrel : 3.1 inches
- Capacities : 10 +1 (9mm Luger) / 12 +1 (9mm Luger) / 15 +1 (9mm Luger)
G26
- Manufacturer : Glock
- Length : 6.49 inches
- Height : 4.17 inches
- Weight : 21.71 oz
- Barrel : 3.42 inches
- Capacities : 10 +1 (9mm Luger)
Are There Similarities?
- Similar standard round count
- Pretty close in size
- Almost similar in weight
- Both are popular concealed carry guns
- Shooting capacity nearly the same
Detailed Comparison
Pricing
During our extensive review, there were a couple of points about the pricing that caught our attention. At around $600, the Sig is more expensive than the G26. The Sig P365 spare magazines are also very pricey as compared to Glock 26 magazines.
Winner: Glock 26
Design & Ergonomics
When it comes to grip angle, the Sig Sauer P365 offers a traditionally shallow design. On the other hand, the Glock 26 has a steep angle.
When you present the pistol, you also have to adjust when angling the sights. Ergonomically speaking, the Sig’s conventional design will feel more natural to your hand than the Glock’s.
Winner: Sig Sauer P365
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Size & Weight
The Glock 26 has a length of 6.49 inches and a weight of 21.71 ounces. With the Sig P365, the length is at 5.8 inches, and the weight is at 17.8 ounces. Since the Sig is thinner and lighter when completely loaded, it has an edge in the concealed carry aspect.
Winner: Sig P365
Sig P365 & Glock 26 Ammunition
The interchangeability of the magazines in the Glock line increases the capacity of the Glock 26 in this area. Moreover, Sig P365 magazines are way more expensive than the Glock 26. If you to know how to disassemble your Glock magazine, check here.
Winner: Glock 26
Trigger
Most customer reviews have pointed out issues with the Sig Sauer P365’s trigger pull during dry firing, but it doesn’t actually render much during our live shooting test.
However, when it comes to trigger reset, the Glock 26 has a shorter reset, therefore making it superior to the Sig. We’ve got some of the best Glock trigger connectors here. The P365 seems to have a bit of construction and function issues, and the manufacturer will have to work on these.
Sights - Glock 26 or P365?
The Sig P365 has a shorter sight radius than the G26, but it’s night sights are accurate and easy to pick up, even in low light. It’s a big step up from the plastic sights of the Glock 26.
Winner: Sig P365
Shooting Capacity
During our live shooting test, we were impressed with the capacity of the Sig as it ran flawlessly. The shooting point was good, and there were no issues with the trigger, too.
The Glock 26 is also a real pleasure to shoot, which is basically why the Glock has plenty of avid followers in the industry. It has enough barrel length for good performance and accuracy.
Winner: Glock 26
We highly recommend Ruger SR9C and Ruger LC9. Both had great reviews with its shooting capacity.
Glock 26 Pros & Cons
PROS
- Increased capacity in magazine swapping
- Highly compact & concealable
- Can fit in most Glock holsters
- Shorter trigger reset
CONS
- Fairly short grip
- Steep-angle grip design
- Requires more wall pressure
PROS
- Flawless shooting capacity
- Very accurate night sights
- High concealability rate
- Ergonomic design
CONS
- Trigger issues during dry firing
- Shorter sight radius
- More expensive brand
Glock 26 or P365? Our Pick is…
Both pistols are small enough to carry and conceal, have similar standard count, and good shooting capacity. However, when it comes to Glock 26 vs Sig P365, the Glock has a slighter edge based on customer reviews. We also got the same result during our extensive testing. Due to some construction and function issues, the Sig P365 is a good back-up, but not your best choice.
While the Sig Sauer P365 is a promising pistol, we are still impressed with the G26’s reliability and accuracy. Another great factor is the interchangeability of its magazines with other Glock line models. The short trigger reset also makes it very functional when you need to place successive rounds.
Our #1 Recommendation
Glock 26
- Reliable shooting capacity
- Short trigger reset
- Compatible with other Glock models
- Fits most Glock holsters
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