The short answer

Here is how the Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol and the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black compare. The Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol is the more affordable option, starting at $340.27 versus $575.99. On the spec sheet, the Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol carries more rounds (30 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 22 oz).

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol and the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black?

They differ mainly in caliber (.22 WMR vs 9mm), model (M&P 22 Magnum vs M&P9), capacity (30 rounds vs 15 rounds) and magazines included (2 vs 3).

Which is cheaper, the Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol or the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black?

The Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol is currently the cheaper of the two, with a lowest listed price of $340.27 compared with $575.99 for the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black. Dealer prices are live and can change.

Which holds more rounds, the Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol or the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black?

The Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum Gen 1 - .22 WMR, 30+1 Cap Black Pistol has the higher magazine capacity at 30 rounds, versus 15 rounds for the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus Comp Gen 1 - 9mm Power Port Black.