The short answer

The Canik TTI Combat Gen 1 9mm, Full-Size, 18rd, Black/Bronze Finish and the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black are both chambered in 9mm. The Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black is the more affordable option, starting at $575.99 versus $859.99. On the spec sheet, the Canik TTI Combat Gen 1 9mm, Full-Size, 18rd, Black/Bronze Finish carries more rounds (18 rounds vs 15 rounds) and the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black is lighter (21.8 oz vs 29.5 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Canik TTI Combat Gen 1 9mm, Full-Size, 18rd, Black/Bronze Finish and the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black?

Both are chambered in 9mm. They differ mainly in model (TTI Combat vs M&P9), capacity (18 rounds vs 15 rounds), magazines included (2 vs 3) and barrel length (4.6" vs 4").

Which is cheaper, the Canik TTI Combat Gen 1 9mm, Full-Size, 18rd, Black/Bronze Finish or the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black?

The Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $575.99 compared with $859.99 for the Canik TTI Combat Gen 1 9mm, Full-Size, 18rd, Black/Bronze Finish. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Canik TTI Combat Gen 1 9mm, Full-Size, 18rd, Black/Bronze Finish or the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black?

The Canik TTI Combat Gen 1 9mm, Full-Size, 18rd, Black/Bronze Finish has the higher magazine capacity at 18 rounds, versus 15 rounds for the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black.