Looking for a decent 9mm for EDC

[Hobbs4421]

There are so many options I don’t know where to start. I have a Springfield XDM Elite in .45 and that is a good gun that I intend to keep. It is a little large and heavy for IWB, which is why I am looking for something a little easier and more comfortable to conceal and carry for extended periods of time.
I am on a budget, so I’d Like to keep it around $500 if possible. I know this topic has probably been beaten to death, but it is what it is, and I could use some guidance.
Thanks, Isaac

[McSull]

P365
P365XL
P365-XMACRO

[Walleye Hunter]

Go to the group shoot in July, ask the guys to bring their favorite EDC 9(s) along and check them out.

[eagleclaw]

At this time the Sig 365 variants, The Springfield Hellcat, Glock 43, and the S&W shield are likely the most popular for CC. Taurus makes cheap junk that only a imbecile would buy. Some of the aforementioned might fit your budget, but high end versions that have all the bells and whistles might be pricey.

[DK23]

As was stated in all the other similar threads about this, you need to shoot them to know what fits you best. The group shoot idea is a good one, or go rent a bunch. If that $500 budget includes used guns, there's going to be quite a long list of options. You may be able to narrow it down based on a few key specs like striker vs hammer, mag capacity, size (micro, sub, compact), etc. though.

[Ilikebuckets]

P365 since 2018 for me.

[olderguy]

Go to the group shoot in July, ask the guys to bring their favorite EDC 9(s) along and check them out.

When and where is the group shoot?

[DK23]

When and where is the group shoot?

This is the Central Pa one (post #65 has 2023 date): https://forum.pafoa.org/showthread.php?t=388478&page=4

But you know there is a 'Shoots and Range Trips' sub-forum, right?

[guncollector]

Some good options mentioned above but a good dependable gun for the money is the Canik TP9 Elite SC 9mm. You can find one for around $375-400. They come with two 12 rnd mags so decent capacity for sub compact. I don't have one but I hear the Canik METE MC9 Micro Compact 9mm is a good gun too but it's at or in some cases over your stated price point. Good luck with whatever you end up with!

[Hobbs4421]

Thank you, I didn’t n no ow about that sub-forum. I’ll check that out.