Start with the buyer’s guide, then jump to the picks. Prices are what our reviewers reported at the time of testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Table of contents<\/h2>- Buyer’s Guide: How To Choose The Best IWI Guns In 2026<\/a>
- Bullpup Or Conventional Rifle<\/a><\/li>
- Caliber<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Pistols<\/a><\/li>
- The Tavor TS12 Shotgun<\/a><\/li>
- Recalls And Discontinued Models<\/a><\/li>
- New IWI Guns<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Best IWI Guns Ranked: 2026 Product Roundup<\/a>
- IWI Tavor X95: Best IWI Rifle Overall (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Galil ACE .308: Best IWI Battle Rifle (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Tavor 7: Best IWI .308 Bullpup (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Zion-15: Best IWI AR-15 (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Masada: Best Budget IWI Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Jericho 941: Best IWI Steel Frame Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Galil ACE Pistol 7.62×39: Best IWI AK Pattern Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI UZI Pro SB: Best IWI 9mm Pistol Caliber Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Final Thoughts On The Best IWI Guns Of 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Buyer’s Guide: How To Choose The Best IWI Guns In 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
IWI makes bullpups, AK pattern rifles, an AR-15 and several pistols, so start with the job you need the gun to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bullpup Or Conventional Rifle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A bullpup like the Tavor puts the action behind the trigger, so you get a full length barrel in a short rifle. Our X95 reviewer said recoil is tame and muzzle climb is non existent. The tradeoff is a different manual of arms and a trigger that usually is not as crisp as a good AR trigger. If you want a conventional layout, look at the Galil ACE or Zion-15. For more bullpups from every brand, see our best bullpups<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCaliber<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IWI rifles come in 5.56, 7.62×39 and .308. The Tavor X95 and Zion-15 are 5.56. The Galil ACE comes in 7.62×39 and .308, and the Tavor 7 is .308. Our Tavor 7 reviewer found the rifle would not run cheap steel cased Tula .308 at all, so test your ammo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
IWI Pistols<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Masada is a polymer striker fired 9mm, and the Jericho 941 is a steel framed double action and single action pistol based on the CZ 75. The UZI Pro is a compact 9mm pistol. For more carry and home defense options, see our best 9mm pistols<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Tavor TS12 Shotgun<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
We also reviewed the IWI Tavor TS12<\/a> bullpup shotgun, which holds 15 rounds of 2 3\/4 inch shells across three rotating tubes. Our reviewer liked the capacity and recoil system, but he still had failures about 1 in 10 to 1 in 15 rounds after break in, even with ammo above IWI’s recommended 1,200 fps and 1 1\/8 ounce minimum. That is why it is not a pick here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRecalls And Discontinued Models<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In 2015, IWI US recalled Galil ACE GAP39 pistols<\/a> with a 3 pin fire control group, offering a refund or a 2 pin replacement. If you buy a used 2015 era Galil ACE pistol, confirm it is a 2 pin gun. IWI US also discontinued the original Tavor SAR<\/a> in 2017; our Tavor IDF review<\/a> covers that earlier model.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew IWI Guns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IWI US moved to Tennessee<\/a> and is bringing the ARAD 5 to the U.S.<\/a>, a short stroke piston rifle with an MSRP of $1,499.99 at the time of the report (2026). We also covered the IWI Carmel rifle<\/a> at NRA 2023. These are news reports, not hands on reviews, so they are not picks yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBest IWI Guns Ranked: 2026 Product Roundup<\/h2>\n\n\n\nIWI Tavor X95: Best IWI Rifle Overall (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Tavor X95 is the best IWI rifle overall because it is a compact, reliable 5.56 bullpup that our reviewer called a pleasure to shoot. It improves on the original Tavor SAR with a 5 to 6 pound trigger pack, an ambidextrous AR style magazine release, a railed forend and a relocated charging handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Tavor X95 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSome owners have claimed the X95 cannot shoot under 2 inches at 100 meters. Our reviewer tested his from a bench with IMI 77 grain OTM and a Primary Arms 1-6 scope and got 1.23 inches at 50 meters and 2.17 inches at 100 meters, which he called more than competent for a non precision rifle. It weighs 7.9 pounds. MSRP was $1,999, with street prices around $1,800 at the time of review in 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 5.56 NATO<\/li>\n
- Action: gas piston bullpup<\/li>\n
- Trigger: 5 to 6 lb<\/li>\n
- Weight: 7.9 lb<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: 2.17 in at 100 m (IMI 77 gr)<\/li>\n
- Price: $1,999 MSRP, about $1,800 street at the time of review (2016)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Compact with a full length barrel<\/li>\n
- Tame recoil<\/li>\n
- AR style mag release<\/li>\n
- Proven military design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Bullpup trigger<\/li>\n
- Not a precision rifle<\/li>\n
- 2016 review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Galil ACE .308: Best IWI Battle Rifle (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Galil ACE in .308 is the best IWI battle rifle because it combined reliability with surprising accuracy in our testing. Our reviewer said it was as reliable as any semi auto .308 he has tested, on par with the HK91 and FAL, and it fed 10 types of ammo from 147 to 175 grains without issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Galil ACE .308 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOverall it was a 1 to 1.25 inch rifle at 100 yards, and his best group was a tad over 0.75 inches with Remington 165 grain AccuTip. He put 10 of 10 rounds on 8 inch steel at 300 yards and 6 of 10 on 12 inch steel at 500. The two stage trigger broke just under 5 pounds. It has a milled steel receiver, a folding adjustable stock and a left side charging handle, and weighs 8.7 pounds. He wished it had QD swivel mounts. MSRP was $2,099 at the time of review in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 7.62×51 \/ .308<\/li>\n
- Receiver: milled steel<\/li>\n
- Trigger: two stage, just under 5 lb<\/li>\n
- Weight: 8.7 lb<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: 1 to 1.25 in at 100 yd<\/li>\n
- Price: $2,099 MSRP at the time of review (2017)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Very reliable<\/li>\n
- Accurate for a battle rifle<\/li>\n
- Good two stage trigger<\/li>\n
- Folding stock<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- No QD swivels<\/li>\n
- Heavy<\/li>\n
- 922(r) parts rules apply<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Tavor 7: Best IWI .308 Bullpup (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Tavor 7 is the best IWI .308 bullpup because it packs a full power battle rifle into a short, well balanced package that our reviewer said shoots quite tamely. He praised its ergonomics, trigger and weight distribution, and the large, fully ambidextrous magazine release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Tavor 7 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt weighs a full 9 pounds and has no iron sights. His best five shot group at 100 yards was 3 inches with Winchester Silvertip 168 grain, and four of six loads made sub 1.5 inch three shot groups. IWI itself said the rifle would not reach its 1.5 MOA goal. The big problem: it would not run steel cased Tula .308 at all, though he said it did not otherwise malfunction. Our review did not list a price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 7.62 NATO \/ .308<\/li>\n
- Action: bullpup<\/li>\n
- Weight: 9 lb<\/li>\n
- Sights: none, full length 1913 rail<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: best 3 in five shot group at 100 yd<\/li>\n
- Price: not listed in our review (2019)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Tame recoil for .308<\/li>\n
- Excellent ergonomics<\/li>\n
- Ambidextrous controls<\/li>\n
- Reliable with quality ammo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Would not run steel cased Tula<\/li>\n
- Heavy<\/li>\n
- Modest accuracy<\/li>\n
- No iron sights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Zion-15: Best IWI AR-15 (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Zion-15 is the best IWI AR-15 because it comes with quality furniture at an MSRP of $899 at the time of review in 2021. It ships with a B5 Systems SOPMOD stock and Type 23 grip, and our reviewer was impressed with its balance shooting steel off hand at 50 to 100 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Zion-15 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHe reported no over gassing, consistent groups and no failures. The one place it fell short was the mil spec trigger, which he called heavy and gritty, so he swapped in a 3.5 pound FailZero trigger. It weighs 6.9 pounds without a magazine. For more ARs at every price, see our best AR-15 rifles by price<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nKey Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 5.56 NATO<\/li>\n
- Weight: 6.9 lb without magazine<\/li>\n
- Stock: B5 Systems SOPMOD<\/li>\n
- Grip: B5 Type 23<\/li>\n
- Trigger: mil spec<\/li>\n
- Price: $899 MSRP at the time of review (2021)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Good value<\/li>\n
- Quality B5 furniture<\/li>\n
- No failures<\/li>\n
- Well balanced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Heavy, gritty trigger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Masada: Best Budget IWI Pistol (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Masada is the best budget IWI pistol because it delivered a 17 round optics ready 9mm for an MSRP of $480 at the time of review in 2020. Our reviewer said it is a perfect home defense gun for a first time owner who wants to stay under $500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Masada review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHe fired hollow points and round nose loads with no malfunctions and repeated IWI’s back into battery optics test with no noticeable point of impact shift. Groups were 3 to 4 inches at 25 yards and 1.5 to 2 inches at 15 yards from a rest. He gave the trigger nod to the SIG P320 but said the Masada was equally comfortable to shoot, and he recommended night sights if you do not add an optic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 9mm<\/li>\n
- Capacity: 10 or 17<\/li>\n
- Barrel: 4.1 in cold hammer forged<\/li>\n
- Weight: 25.2 oz<\/li>\n
- Optics: plates included<\/li>\n
- Price: $480 MSRP at the time of review (2020)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Very affordable<\/li>\n
- Optics ready<\/li>\n
- No malfunctions<\/li>\n
- 17 round magazine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Trigger behind the P320<\/li>\n
- Basic 3 dot sights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Jericho 941: Best IWI Steel Frame Pistol (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Jericho 941 is the best IWI steel frame pistol for shooters who like the CZ 75 design. Our reviewer said accuracy, ergonomics and reliability are all top notch, and the single action trigger was equal to a new production CZ 75, with a slight take up, a wall and no grit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Jericho 941 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAt 50 yards he landed 7 of 10 rounds on a 10 inch gong and 10 of 10 on a full size IPSC target. After practice he averaged 6.5 seconds on the 10-10-10 drill in single action. The double action pull was heavy, long and unimpressive, which made the first shot trickier. It has a 4.4 inch barrel, weighs 2.3 pounds empty and holds 16 rounds in 9mm. His test gun was a well worn model, and our review did not list a price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 9mm (also .40 S&W, .45 ACP)<\/li>\n
- Capacity: 16 (9mm)<\/li>\n
- Barrel: 4.4 in polygonal<\/li>\n
- Weight: 2.3 lb<\/li>\n
- Action: DA\/SA with slide safety and decocker<\/li>\n
- Price: not listed in our review (2022)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Excellent single action trigger<\/li>\n
- Accurate at 50 yards<\/li>\n
- Heavy and soft shooting<\/li>\n
- Ambidextrous safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Heavy double action pull<\/li>\n
- Heavy to carry<\/li>\n
- Slide mounted safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Galil ACE Pistol 7.62×39: Best IWI AK Pattern Pistol (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Galil ACE pistol in 7.62×39 is the best IWI AK pattern pistol because it feeds from AK magazines and has one of the best triggers our reviewer has felt on a military grade gun, with a clean 5 pound break, no creep and a short reset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Galil ACE 7.62×39 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nUnsupported at 7 meters it shot a 1 inch group, and at 15 meters about 3.5 inches. He said it needs a sling, brace or stock to be fast, because recoil makes it bounce off target. Prices were $1,400 to $1,700 at the time of review in 2015. Note that early GAP39 pistols with a 3 pin fire control group were recalled in 2015, so check any used gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 7.62×39<\/li>\n
- Magazines: AK pattern<\/li>\n
- Trigger: about 5 lb, no creep<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: 1 in at 7 m unsupported<\/li>\n
- Price: $1,400 to $1,700 at the time of review (2015)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Excellent trigger<\/li>\n
- Uses AK magazines<\/li>\n
- Quality build<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Hard to control without support<\/li>\n
- 2015 recall on early 3 pin guns<\/li>\n
- Older review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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The IWI UZI Pro SB is the best IWI choice for a compact 9mm pistol caliber gun because it updates the legendary UZI with a polymer lower, a side charging handle, rails and an oversized magazine release. Our reviewer said it gets 99 percent of the ergonomics right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI UZI Pro review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHe fed it more than 500 rounds of IMI and Freedom Munitions 9mm with no malfunctions. At 7 meters he shot 2.5 inch groups with the brace folded and clean 1 inch groups with it extended. MSRP was $1,099 for the standard UZI Pro and $1,299 for the SB with the SB Tactical brace at the time of review in 2016. Federal rules on pistol braces have changed more than once since then, so check current federal, state and local law before buying a braced pistol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Caliber: 9mm<\/li>\n
- Overall length: 10 in folded, 18 in extended<\/li>\n
- Lower: polymer<\/li>\n
- Charging handle: left side<\/li>\n
- Price: $1,099 standard, $1,299 SB at the time of review (2016)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- No malfunctions in 500 plus rounds<\/li>\n
- Compact<\/li>\n
- Improved ergonomics<\/li>\n
- Legendary design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n- Expensive<\/li>\n
- Brace rules have changed since the review<\/li>\n
- Older review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Bullpup Or Conventional Rifle<\/a><\/li>
- Caliber<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Pistols<\/a><\/li>
- The Tavor TS12 Shotgun<\/a><\/li>
- Recalls And Discontinued Models<\/a><\/li>
- New IWI Guns<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Best IWI Guns Ranked: 2026 Product Roundup<\/a>
- IWI Tavor X95: Best IWI Rifle Overall (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Galil ACE .308: Best IWI Battle Rifle (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Tavor 7: Best IWI .308 Bullpup (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Zion-15: Best IWI AR-15 (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Masada: Best Budget IWI Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Jericho 941: Best IWI Steel Frame Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI Galil ACE Pistol 7.62×39: Best IWI AK Pattern Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li>
- IWI UZI Pro SB: Best IWI 9mm Pistol Caliber Pistol (2026)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Final Thoughts On The Best IWI Guns Of 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Buyer’s Guide: How To Choose The Best IWI Guns In 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
IWI makes bullpups, AK pattern rifles, an AR-15 and several pistols, so start with the job you need the gun to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bullpup Or Conventional Rifle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A bullpup like the Tavor puts the action behind the trigger, so you get a full length barrel in a short rifle. Our X95 reviewer said recoil is tame and muzzle climb is non existent. The tradeoff is a different manual of arms and a trigger that usually is not as crisp as a good AR trigger. If you want a conventional layout, look at the Galil ACE or Zion-15. For more bullpups from every brand, see our best bullpups<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Caliber<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IWI rifles come in 5.56, 7.62×39 and .308. The Tavor X95 and Zion-15 are 5.56. The Galil ACE comes in 7.62×39 and .308, and the Tavor 7 is .308. Our Tavor 7 reviewer found the rifle would not run cheap steel cased Tula .308 at all, so test your ammo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
IWI Pistols<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Masada is a polymer striker fired 9mm, and the Jericho 941 is a steel framed double action and single action pistol based on the CZ 75. The UZI Pro is a compact 9mm pistol. For more carry and home defense options, see our best 9mm pistols<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Tavor TS12 Shotgun<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
We also reviewed the IWI Tavor TS12<\/a> bullpup shotgun, which holds 15 rounds of 2 3\/4 inch shells across three rotating tubes. Our reviewer liked the capacity and recoil system, but he still had failures about 1 in 10 to 1 in 15 rounds after break in, even with ammo above IWI’s recommended 1,200 fps and 1 1\/8 ounce minimum. That is why it is not a pick here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recalls And Discontinued Models<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
In 2015, IWI US recalled Galil ACE GAP39 pistols<\/a> with a 3 pin fire control group, offering a refund or a 2 pin replacement. If you buy a used 2015 era Galil ACE pistol, confirm it is a 2 pin gun. IWI US also discontinued the original Tavor SAR<\/a> in 2017; our Tavor IDF review<\/a> covers that earlier model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
New IWI Guns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
IWI US moved to Tennessee<\/a> and is bringing the ARAD 5 to the U.S.<\/a>, a short stroke piston rifle with an MSRP of $1,499.99 at the time of the report (2026). We also covered the IWI Carmel rifle<\/a> at NRA 2023. These are news reports, not hands on reviews, so they are not picks yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Best IWI Guns Ranked: 2026 Product Roundup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
IWI Tavor X95: Best IWI Rifle Overall (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Tavor X95 is the best IWI rifle overall because it is a compact, reliable 5.56 bullpup that our reviewer called a pleasure to shoot. It improves on the original Tavor SAR with a 5 to 6 pound trigger pack, an ambidextrous AR style magazine release, a railed forend and a relocated charging handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Tavor X95 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some owners have claimed the X95 cannot shoot under 2 inches at 100 meters. Our reviewer tested his from a bench with IMI 77 grain OTM and a Primary Arms 1-6 scope and got 1.23 inches at 50 meters and 2.17 inches at 100 meters, which he called more than competent for a non precision rifle. It weighs 7.9 pounds. MSRP was $1,999, with street prices around $1,800 at the time of review in 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 5.56 NATO<\/li>\n
- Action: gas piston bullpup<\/li>\n
- Trigger: 5 to 6 lb<\/li>\n
- Weight: 7.9 lb<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: 2.17 in at 100 m (IMI 77 gr)<\/li>\n
- Price: $1,999 MSRP, about $1,800 street at the time of review (2016)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Compact with a full length barrel<\/li>\n
- Tame recoil<\/li>\n
- AR style mag release<\/li>\n
- Proven military design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Bullpup trigger<\/li>\n
- Not a precision rifle<\/li>\n
- 2016 review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Galil ACE .308: Best IWI Battle Rifle (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Galil ACE in .308 is the best IWI battle rifle because it combined reliability with surprising accuracy in our testing. Our reviewer said it was as reliable as any semi auto .308 he has tested, on par with the HK91 and FAL, and it fed 10 types of ammo from 147 to 175 grains without issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Galil ACE .308 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overall it was a 1 to 1.25 inch rifle at 100 yards, and his best group was a tad over 0.75 inches with Remington 165 grain AccuTip. He put 10 of 10 rounds on 8 inch steel at 300 yards and 6 of 10 on 12 inch steel at 500. The two stage trigger broke just under 5 pounds. It has a milled steel receiver, a folding adjustable stock and a left side charging handle, and weighs 8.7 pounds. He wished it had QD swivel mounts. MSRP was $2,099 at the time of review in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 7.62×51 \/ .308<\/li>\n
- Receiver: milled steel<\/li>\n
- Trigger: two stage, just under 5 lb<\/li>\n
- Weight: 8.7 lb<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: 1 to 1.25 in at 100 yd<\/li>\n
- Price: $2,099 MSRP at the time of review (2017)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Very reliable<\/li>\n
- Accurate for a battle rifle<\/li>\n
- Good two stage trigger<\/li>\n
- Folding stock<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- No QD swivels<\/li>\n
- Heavy<\/li>\n
- 922(r) parts rules apply<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Tavor 7: Best IWI .308 Bullpup (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Tavor 7 is the best IWI .308 bullpup because it packs a full power battle rifle into a short, well balanced package that our reviewer said shoots quite tamely. He praised its ergonomics, trigger and weight distribution, and the large, fully ambidextrous magazine release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Tavor 7 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It weighs a full 9 pounds and has no iron sights. His best five shot group at 100 yards was 3 inches with Winchester Silvertip 168 grain, and four of six loads made sub 1.5 inch three shot groups. IWI itself said the rifle would not reach its 1.5 MOA goal. The big problem: it would not run steel cased Tula .308 at all, though he said it did not otherwise malfunction. Our review did not list a price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 7.62 NATO \/ .308<\/li>\n
- Action: bullpup<\/li>\n
- Weight: 9 lb<\/li>\n
- Sights: none, full length 1913 rail<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: best 3 in five shot group at 100 yd<\/li>\n
- Price: not listed in our review (2019)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Tame recoil for .308<\/li>\n
- Excellent ergonomics<\/li>\n
- Ambidextrous controls<\/li>\n
- Reliable with quality ammo<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Would not run steel cased Tula<\/li>\n
- Heavy<\/li>\n
- Modest accuracy<\/li>\n
- No iron sights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Zion-15: Best IWI AR-15 (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Zion-15 is the best IWI AR-15 because it comes with quality furniture at an MSRP of $899 at the time of review in 2021. It ships with a B5 Systems SOPMOD stock and Type 23 grip, and our reviewer was impressed with its balance shooting steel off hand at 50 to 100 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Zion-15 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He reported no over gassing, consistent groups and no failures. The one place it fell short was the mil spec trigger, which he called heavy and gritty, so he swapped in a 3.5 pound FailZero trigger. It weighs 6.9 pounds without a magazine. For more ARs at every price, see our best AR-15 rifles by price<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 5.56 NATO<\/li>\n
- Weight: 6.9 lb without magazine<\/li>\n
- Stock: B5 Systems SOPMOD<\/li>\n
- Grip: B5 Type 23<\/li>\n
- Trigger: mil spec<\/li>\n
- Price: $899 MSRP at the time of review (2021)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Good value<\/li>\n
- Quality B5 furniture<\/li>\n
- No failures<\/li>\n
- Well balanced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Heavy, gritty trigger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Masada: Best Budget IWI Pistol (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Masada is the best budget IWI pistol because it delivered a 17 round optics ready 9mm for an MSRP of $480 at the time of review in 2020. Our reviewer said it is a perfect home defense gun for a first time owner who wants to stay under $500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Masada review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He fired hollow points and round nose loads with no malfunctions and repeated IWI’s back into battery optics test with no noticeable point of impact shift. Groups were 3 to 4 inches at 25 yards and 1.5 to 2 inches at 15 yards from a rest. He gave the trigger nod to the SIG P320 but said the Masada was equally comfortable to shoot, and he recommended night sights if you do not add an optic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 9mm<\/li>\n
- Capacity: 10 or 17<\/li>\n
- Barrel: 4.1 in cold hammer forged<\/li>\n
- Weight: 25.2 oz<\/li>\n
- Optics: plates included<\/li>\n
- Price: $480 MSRP at the time of review (2020)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Very affordable<\/li>\n
- Optics ready<\/li>\n
- No malfunctions<\/li>\n
- 17 round magazine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Trigger behind the P320<\/li>\n
- Basic 3 dot sights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Jericho 941: Best IWI Steel Frame Pistol (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Jericho 941 is the best IWI steel frame pistol for shooters who like the CZ 75 design. Our reviewer said accuracy, ergonomics and reliability are all top notch, and the single action trigger was equal to a new production CZ 75, with a slight take up, a wall and no grit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Jericho 941 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At 50 yards he landed 7 of 10 rounds on a 10 inch gong and 10 of 10 on a full size IPSC target. After practice he averaged 6.5 seconds on the 10-10-10 drill in single action. The double action pull was heavy, long and unimpressive, which made the first shot trickier. It has a 4.4 inch barrel, weighs 2.3 pounds empty and holds 16 rounds in 9mm. His test gun was a well worn model, and our review did not list a price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 9mm (also .40 S&W, .45 ACP)<\/li>\n
- Capacity: 16 (9mm)<\/li>\n
- Barrel: 4.4 in polygonal<\/li>\n
- Weight: 2.3 lb<\/li>\n
- Action: DA\/SA with slide safety and decocker<\/li>\n
- Price: not listed in our review (2022)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Excellent single action trigger<\/li>\n
- Accurate at 50 yards<\/li>\n
- Heavy and soft shooting<\/li>\n
- Ambidextrous safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Heavy double action pull<\/li>\n
- Heavy to carry<\/li>\n
- Slide mounted safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIWI Galil ACE Pistol 7.62×39: Best IWI AK Pattern Pistol (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI Galil ACE pistol in 7.62×39 is the best IWI AK pattern pistol because it feeds from AK magazines and has one of the best triggers our reviewer has felt on a military grade gun, with a clean 5 pound break, no creep and a short reset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI Galil ACE 7.62×39 review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unsupported at 7 meters it shot a 1 inch group, and at 15 meters about 3.5 inches. He said it needs a sling, brace or stock to be fast, because recoil makes it bounce off target. Prices were $1,400 to $1,700 at the time of review in 2015. Note that early GAP39 pistols with a 3 pin fire control group were recalled in 2015, so check any used gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 7.62×39<\/li>\n
- Magazines: AK pattern<\/li>\n
- Trigger: about 5 lb, no creep<\/li>\n
- Accuracy: 1 in at 7 m unsupported<\/li>\n
- Price: $1,400 to $1,700 at the time of review (2015)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Excellent trigger<\/li>\n
- Uses AK magazines<\/li>\n
- Quality build<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Hard to control without support<\/li>\n
- 2015 recall on early 3 pin guns<\/li>\n
- Older review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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IWI UZI Pro SB: Best IWI 9mm Pistol Caliber Pistol (2026)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The IWI UZI Pro SB is the best IWI choice for a compact 9mm pistol caliber gun because it updates the legendary UZI with a polymer lower, a side charging handle, rails and an oversized magazine release. Our reviewer said it gets 99 percent of the ergonomics right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read our full IWI UZI Pro review<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He fed it more than 500 rounds of IMI and Freedom Munitions 9mm with no malfunctions. At 7 meters he shot 2.5 inch groups with the brace folded and clean 1 inch groups with it extended. MSRP was $1,099 for the standard UZI Pro and $1,299 for the SB with the SB Tactical brace at the time of review in 2016. Federal rules on pistol braces have changed more than once since then, so check current federal, state and local law before buying a braced pistol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Caliber: 9mm<\/li>\n
- Overall length: 10 in folded, 18 in extended<\/li>\n
- Lower: polymer<\/li>\n
- Charging handle: left side<\/li>\n
- Price: $1,099 standard, $1,299 SB at the time of review (2016)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Pros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- No malfunctions in 500 plus rounds<\/li>\n
- Compact<\/li>\n
- Improved ergonomics<\/li>\n
- Legendary design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cons<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- Expensive<\/li>\n
- Brace rules have changed since the review<\/li>\n
- Older review<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Heavy, gritty trigger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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