The Springfield Armory XD-M Elite OSP is a compact, striker-fired 9mm with an optics-ready slide and a match-grade barrel. Designed to meet California compliance requirements (10+1 capacity), it runs on a polymer frame with ambidextrous controls and ships with two magazines and a case. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Springfield Armory 
• Model: XD-M Elite OSP *CA Compliant 
• Series: Elite OSP 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger 
• Capacity: 10 + 1 rounds 
• Action: Striker Fire 
• Frame Finish: Black 
• Overall Length: 6.75 inches 
• Frame Material: Polymer 
• Hand Orientation: Ambidextrous 
• Sight Style: Fiber Optic 
• Slide Finish: Black Melonite 
• Slide Material: Steel 
• Slide Description: Optic Ready / Serrated 
• Barrel Finish: Black Melonite 
• Barrel Material: Steel 
• Twist Rate: 1:10 inches 
• Frame Size: Compact 
• Grips Texture: Adaptive Texture 
• Sight Configuration: Fiber Optic Front / Tactical Rack U-Dot Rear 
• Height: 4.58 inches 
• Includes: 2 Magazines / Case 
• Safety Features: Ambidextrous 
• Width: 1.20 inches 
• Barrel Description: Match Grade 
• Barrel Length: 3.80 inches 
• Max Capacity: 10 rounds 
• Trigger Type: META 
• Weight: 28.50 oz 
• Frame Description: Polymer Frame with Picatinny Rail 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 3.80-inch match-grade barrel runs a Black Melonite finish on both barrel and slide, which holds up well to holster wear and range use. The META trigger is Springfield's in-house design, intended to provide a consistent pull without requiring aftermarket work out of the box.    Adaptive Texture grips give the frame a positive purchase across different hand sizes, and the Picatinny rail under the dust cover accommodates lights or lasers directly. Ambidextrous controls, slide lock and magazine release, make the pistol usable without modification for left-handed shooters.    The optics-ready slide accepts red dot mounts, and the fiber optic front / Tactical Rack U-Dot rear setup works as a standalone iron sight package if you run it without glass. At 6.75 inches overall and 28.50 oz., it's on the heavier end for compact 9mms, which some shooters prefer for recoil management at the cost of carry comfort.

The XD-M Elite OSP 9mm Compact gets solid marks in most user discussions, with a few consistent reservations.

Accuracy and consistent shot placement are the most frequently praised attributes. Owners report manageable recoil for a compact 9mm, and the optics-ready slide sees a lot of use, mounting a red dot is straightforward and the footprint compatibility is broad. Ergonomics and grip comfort come up repeatedly as positives, with users noting it handles well for both new shooters and those with more experience.

The weight is the most common complaint. At 28.50 oz., it runs heavier than some competing compacts, and shooters prioritizing an ultra-light EDC option tend to note this. Magazine release and slide lock placement draw occasional criticism from users who find the controls take an adjustment period, particularly if they're coming from a different platform.

Overall, the XD-M Elite OSP holds a positive reputation for reliability and practical features, with weight and control ergonomics being the main trade-offs to consider.