{"id":205461,"date":"2024-08-24T09:12:52","date_gmt":"2024-08-24T14:12:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=205461"},"modified":"2024-08-27T15:52:00","modified_gmt":"2024-08-27T20:52:00","slug":"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\/","title":{"rendered":"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5445-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Hand holding Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp pistol with Defender-ST red dot and Streamlight weapon-mounted-light outside near target and grass\" class=\"wp-image-205500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5445-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5445-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5445-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5445-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5445-2.jpg 1531w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">12<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On July 9th, 2024, Smith &amp; Wesson introduced the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/products\/carry-comp\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">Performance Center Carry Comp<\/a> series, building upon the tried and true M2.0 platform. Available in full-size, compact, and micro-compact variants, these pistols feature the CLEARSIGHT CUT, which keeps gases away from the optic for an unobstructed view, the PC Flat-Face Trigger for enhanced accuracy, and the Carry Comp Power Port to reduce felt recoil and keep you on target. The Carry Comp series is something I am very excited to see hit the market. Where weapon light compatibility and optic cuts have almost become standard among production carry guns, a factory low-profile compensator is just icing on the cake.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eUePRP1aAcc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-specifications-for-the-s-amp-w-m2-0-carry-comp-compact\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Specifications for the S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp Compact:<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-m2-0-carry-comp-out-of-the-box\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">M2.0 Carry Comp Out of the Box<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-barrel-compensator\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Barrel\/Compensator<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-slide\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Slide<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-sights\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Sights<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-frame\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Frame<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-trigger\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Trigger<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-precision-of-the-m2-0-carry-comp\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Precision of the M2.0 Carry Comp<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-reliability\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Reliability<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-m2-0-carry-comp-performance\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">M2.0 Carry Comp Performance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-summary\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" data-level=\"2\">Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-specifications-for-the-s-amp-w-m2-0-carry-comp-compact\">Specifications for the S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp Compact:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Caliber:&nbsp;9mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capacity:&nbsp;15 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frame Size:&nbsp;Compact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barrel Length:&nbsp;4.22\u2033<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grip:&nbsp;Polymer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sights:&nbsp;Night Sights<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Threaded Barrel:&nbsp;No<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety:&nbsp;N\/A<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight:&nbsp;25.4 oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Color\/Finish:&nbsp;Black<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Width:&nbsp;1.4 in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Length:&nbsp;7.25 in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Height:&nbsp;5 in<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-m2-0-carry-comp-out-of-the-box\">M2.0 Carry Comp Out of the Box<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Carry Comp series offers three options\u2014a metal-framed full-size model and a Shield Plus micro-compact\u2014I opted to review the compact version. The S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp arrives from the factory well-equipped, including two 15-round magazines, four interchangeable palmswell grip inserts, and a selection of optic plates to accommodate most red dots on the market. In addition, it comes with a quality cleaning kit, an owner\u2019s manual, and a gun lock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5442-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Unboxing M2.0 Carry Comp pistol\" class=\"wp-image-205501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5442-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5442-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5442-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5442-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5442.jpg 1342w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All included contents for the M2.0 Carry Comp <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While many pistols come with minimal accessories, S&amp;W ensures that the Performance Center lineup&nbsp;lives up to&nbsp;its name. The included cleaning kit features a collapsible cleaning rod with a rotating T-handle, 10 cotton cleaning patches, a nylon cleaning brush, bronze bore brushes and nylon jags for various calibers (22 cal, 9mm\/357\/38 cal, 40\/10mm cal, 45 cal), and nylon slotted tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5443-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Cleaning kit for Smith &amp; Wesson handgun\" class=\"wp-image-205502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5443-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5443-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5443-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5443-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5443.jpg 1442w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The included cleaning kit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To fully explore the platform\u2019s capabilities for this review, I started by mounting a <a href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/7Ma0Vvv\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">Vortex Defender-ST<\/a> red dot and a <a href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/esWOcv1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">Streamlight TLR-7 HL-X<\/a>. These enhancements provided the precision of a red dot sight and the versatility of white light for target identification in low-light conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5482-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp with red dot and weapon light\" class=\"wp-image-205519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5482-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5482-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5482-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5482-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5482.jpg 1476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Got the essentials for a carry gun, a weapon light and a red dot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-barrel-compensator\">Barrel\/Compensator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The standout feature of the new S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp is its integrated factory compensator. While aftermarket compensators that attach to threaded barrels have been around for a while, they often add extra length and lack holster compatibility. The integrated compensator on the Carry Comp strikes a balance, maintaining holster compatibility while keeping a low profile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5455-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of Smith &amp; Wesson handgun barrel outside\" class=\"wp-image-205518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5455-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5455-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5455-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5455-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5455.jpg 1361w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The barrel has what S&amp;W calls a &#8220;PowerPort&#8221; machined into it as an integrated compensator<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>During this review, I spent&nbsp;a good amount of&nbsp;time conceal-carrying this pistol in&nbsp;a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tier1concealed.com\/collections\/iwb-holsters\/products\/axis-elite?variant=17963595235399\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">Tier&nbsp;1 Concealed AXIS Elite<\/a> holster, which worked exceptionally well. The company also does an excellent job of promoting training and sharing informative shooting content on their social media platforms so go check them out!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5480-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp holstered with extra magazine\" class=\"wp-image-205520\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5480-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5480-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5480-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5480-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5480.jpg 1464w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tier 1 Concealed AXIS Elite holster made for the M2.0 compact with the TLR-7A (not TLR-7 HL-X compatible)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Much like a muzzle brake, the integrated compensator redirects gases upward, pushing the escaping gases down on the muzzle and reducing felt recoil. While it&#8217;s difficult to quantify the exact recoil reduction, I found it noticeably effective\u2014I&#8217;d estimate a reduction in the 15-30% range. For a low-profile, single-port factory feature, I\u2019m quite pleased with the results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5429-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Competition pistol firing \" class=\"wp-image-205503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5429-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5429-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5429-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5429-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5429-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5429.jpg 1768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo of the compensator in action! You can see it venting gasses upwards, reducing muzzle rise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-slide\">Slide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To accommodate the single-port compensator, the newly designed S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp slide features a &#8220;ClearSight Cut,&#8221; allowing upward gases to exit through the side while being diverted away from the optic. The slide also includes a top lightening port, which reduces weight and adds a bit of style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5447-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Front compensator on Smith &amp; Wesson pistol\" class=\"wp-image-205504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5447-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5447-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5447-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5447-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5447.jpg 1425w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ClearSight Cut and front compensator<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The slide serrations on the Carry Comp differ significantly from the previous M2.0 lineup. While earlier models had more vertical cuts, these new serrations form a backward &#8220;Z&#8221; pattern, with deeper cuts that not only lighten the slide but also provide excellent grip for racking, even with slippery hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5446-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Deep z serrations on M2.0 Carry Comp\" class=\"wp-image-205505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5446-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5446-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5446-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5446-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5446.jpg 1454w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Deep Z-type slide serrations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the slide incorporates the S&amp;W C.O.R.E.\u2122 system for mounting red dots. The Spec Series includes seven different optic plates and screw sets to accommodate most pistol red dots on the market. For this review, I used the Vortex Defender ST and had&nbsp;to slightly modify one of the included optic plates. After&nbsp;a quick sanding of&nbsp;the plastic plate, the red dot mounted securely and performed flawlessly throughout the hundreds of rounds I fired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5450-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Vortex Defender-ST red dot installed to M2.0 Carry Comp pistol\" class=\"wp-image-205506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5450-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5450-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5450-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5450-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5450.jpg 1518w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I had to sand down the rear of the included optic plate to work with the Vortex Defender-ST<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sights\">Sights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although I didn&#8217;t use the included iron sights since I immediately mounted a red dot, the S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp&nbsp;comes with&nbsp;a solid set. The blacked-out serrated rear sight and night sight front sight make for a reliable concealed carry combo. However, these sights sit low and cannot be co-witnessed with most red dots. In my case, the&nbsp;base of the optic&nbsp;was higher than the front sight. For those who prefer iron sights as a backup, taller sights or a deeper slide cut would be beneficial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5441-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Front and rear sights on competition pistol\" class=\"wp-image-205507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5441-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5441-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5441-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5441-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5441-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5441.jpg 1705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blacked-out rear, and yellow front night sight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frame\">Frame<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Carry Comp&#8217;s frame appears to share the same design as other M2.0 pistols, offering a sense of familiarity and S&amp;W&#8217;s well-earned reputation for quality. The texturing is mildly aggressive and fits well in my hands. It is also not too aggressive so it is not uncomfortable when concealed carrying. Despite shooting in 100-degree weather with serious sweat, the grip texture performed admirably, keeping my hands from slipping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5452-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"texturing on grip for Smith &amp; Wesson competition pistol\" class=\"wp-image-205508\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5452-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5452-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5452-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5452-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5452.jpg 1437w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mildly aggressive texturing on the palmswell and grip<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trigger\">Trigger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The trigger is one of the most important interfaces of any firearm, and the Performance Center trigger on the Carry Comp is better than most polymer handguns on the market. The take-up is long but smooth, and the wall is well-defined. There is a fair amount of creep when pulling through the wall, but it\u2019s hardly noticeable during actual shooting. What I&nbsp;really&nbsp;appreciate is the short reset, which places your finger right back on the wall, ready for the next shot. I consistently measured the trigger pull weight at 4.5 lbs,&nbsp;which is&nbsp;typical for a carry gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5448-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"M2.0 Carry Comp Performance Center trigger\" class=\"wp-image-205509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5448-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5448-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5448-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5448-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5448.jpg 1424w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This pistol features the upgraded S&amp;W Performance Center trigger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-precision-of-the-m2-0-carry-comp\">Precision of the M2.0 Carry Comp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To test the pistol\u2019s precision, I used four different types of Hornady carry ammunition&nbsp;along with&nbsp;Blazer Brass, consistently producing 5-round groups around 2\u2033 at 10 yards. While I typically group closer to 1\u2033 at this distance, I noticed a wider horizontal spread with my shots. Vertically, the groups were tight, but left-to-right accuracy was less consistent. I am not quite sure what was causing this, but I was pretty flustered when shooting. Shown below are the groups I shot with this pistol:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Ammo Type<\/td><td>Avg Velocity (FPS)<\/td><td>5-Round Group Size <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 115gr XTP<\/td><td>1084<\/td><td>1.81&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124gr XTP +P<\/td><td>1151<\/td><td>1.77&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 135gr FlexLock<\/td><td>1031<\/td><td>2.04&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 147gr XTP<\/td><td>967<\/td><td>1.61&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/1000rds-9mm-blazer-brass-124gr-fmj-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">Blazer Brass 124gr FMJ<\/a><\/td><td>1107 <\/td><td>1.83&#8243;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5454-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp with paper target and Hornady ammunition boxes\" class=\"wp-image-205510\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5454-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5454-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5454-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5454-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5454.jpg 1363w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Each box of ammunition was placed next to its respective group that was shot from 10 yards<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reliability\">Reliability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout this review, I fired several hundred rounds through the S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp, mostly using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/1000rds-9mm-blazer-brass-124gr-fmj-ammo\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">124gr Blazer Brass<\/a> provided by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammunitiontogo.com\/pistol-ammo-9mm\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">AmmunitionToGo.com<\/a>, the official ammo sponsor for this review. Their wide selection, competitive pricing, and quick shipping make them a great choice for ammunition. I have bought from them multiple times and have yet to be disappointed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the M2.0 lineage, I had high expectations for the Carry Comp, and it didn\u2019t disappoint. Without any oiling or cleaning, the pistol ran flawlessly. I experienced no malfunctions with any&nbsp;of the&nbsp;115gr to 147gr ammunition I used, and the M2.0 Carry Comp performed exactly as intended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-m2-0-carry-comp-performance\">M2.0 Carry Comp Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The compensator is a forward-thinking feature that shows S&amp;W\u2019s commitment to evolving&nbsp;their&nbsp;everyday carry lineup. While the low-profile compensator doesn\u2019t&nbsp;completely&nbsp;eliminate recoil, it provides a noticeable reduction that I find worthwhile. During low-ready double-tap drills at 10 yards, I consistently achieved two hits in about 0.8 seconds. One thing to note is that when shooting in confined spaces or around a VTAC board, you\u2019ll feel a slightly more pronounced concussive blast, similar to the effect of a muzzle brake on a rifle, but on a smaller scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5430-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Shooter using VTAC board for competition pistol\" class=\"wp-image-205511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5430-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5430-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5430-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5430-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5430-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5430.jpg 1768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shooting around a VTAC board to get a good feel for this pistol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The only downside I encountered was the heat buildup on the forward part of the slide after rapid-fire. During a few 15-round mag dumps under 3.5 seconds, the slide became almost too hot to handle, likely due to the gases venting&nbsp;up&nbsp;into the slide. However, this was only noticeable during extreme use, and it wasn\u2019t an issue during a USPSA match with near 30-round stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5435-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Thermal image of man shooting a handgun\" class=\"wp-image-205512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5435-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5435-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5435-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5435-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5435-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5435.jpg 1554w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Picture through a Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XP50 Pro thermal scope, you can tell how hot the front of the slide is<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing worth mentioning is that I decided to use the metal frame I had for my M2.0 Spec series pistol for the USPSA match I competed in. I do prefer the full-sized frame vs the compact one I had for this review when it comes to range use and competitive shooting. The full-sized metal frames also have a very aggressive texturing which I am a huge fan of. Smith &amp; Wesson offers the Carry Comp with a metal frame as well though, so consumers have a few different options.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/fn-545-duty-ready-warrior\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">FN 545 Duty Ready Warrior<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5432-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Man at USPSA match shooting the S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp pistol\" class=\"wp-image-205513\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5432-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5432-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5432-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5432-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5432-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_5432.jpg 1768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Burning down some USPSA stages with the S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/product\/performance-center-mp9-compact-carry-comp\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\">S&amp;W M2.0 Carry Comp<\/a> performed exceptionally well, and I\u2019m seriously considering making it my new everyday carry gun. It offers everything I\u2019m looking for: the ability to mount a weapon light and optic, an integrated compensator, a solid 15+1 round capacity, and flawless reliability. With an MSRP of $799 for the standard model and $999 for the metal-framed full-size version, the Carry Comp is a strong contender in the EDC market. For those seeking a more compact option, the Shield Plus variant is available for around $649.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><em>*** <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\" title=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Carry Comp series is something I am very excited to see hit the market. Where weapon light compatibility and optic cuts have almost become standard among production carry guns, a factory low-profile compensator is just icing on the cake.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":137,"featured_media":205500,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_specdata_upc":"","_specdata_placement":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[694,859,3381,36,860],"tags":[4173,119,102,3689,621,1972,4163,60],"featured":[],"hunt365":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-205461","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-gun-reviews","8":"category-gun-reviews-handguns","9":"category-mitchell-graf","10":"category-reviews-pistols","11":"category-semi-autos","12":"tag-best-selling-guns","13":"tag-competition","14":"tag-feature-articles","15":"tag-headline","16":"tag-pistol","17":"tag-pistol-review","18":"tag-sw-m2-0-carry-comp","19":"tag-smith-wesson"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"On July 9th, 2024, Smith &amp; Wesson introduced the Performance Center Carry Comp series, building upon the tried and true M2.0 platform.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/new-smith-wesson-m2-0-carry-comp-pistol-review\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"New Smith &amp; Wesson M2.0 Carry Comp Pistol Review!\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The Carry Comp series is something I am very excited to see hit the market. 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