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ENHANCED AR MAGAZINE RELEASE FOR AR-15 Reviews & Ratings

The Magpul AR Enhanced Magazine Release provides an enlarged contact surface for quick and fumble-free magazine changes.

With easy bolt-on installation and no gunsmithing required, the Enhanced AR Magazine Release is made of Mil-Spec hard anodized aluminum to provide durability and light weight.

FEATURES

Platform: AR15, M4, M16
Two-piece construction for easy installation & reduced profile
Provides larger contact surface for positive activation
Compatible with most 5.56 and 7.62 pattern receivers
Machined from mil-spec aluminum
Made in the USA.

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Reviews Summary

Overall, reviewers are highly satisfied with the ENHANCED AR MAGAZINE RELEASE FOR AR-15, praising its ease of installation and improved functionality. Many find it comfortable and user-friendly, especially for those with smaller hands or older users. A few reported installation issues on specific models, but many recommend it for enhancing AR performance.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Ease of Installation

75%

Many reviewers commend the ease of installation, highlighting clear instructions and the straightforward process involved in attaching the magazine release, which enhances the user experience.

Functionality

80%

Users frequently mention the improved operational functionality of their firearms with the enhanced magazine release, noting its tactile response and comfort during use, especially for those with dexterity challenges.

Comfort and Usability

65%

Several reviews highlight the comfort and usability of the product, particularly for individuals with small hands or older users, making the mag release significantly easier to operate compared to the stock option.

Quality of Product

70%

Reviewers are generally impressed with the quality of the product, noting the materials used and overall design. This contributes to their confidence in the product's durability and performance.

Model Compatibility

15%

A few users encountered issues with installation on specific models, indicating that compatibility may vary. While many installations go smoothly, it's worth noting that some users had difficulties on certain AR models.

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Great upgrade.

Easily installed. Very tactile.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by BRUCE NATH on April 02, 2026

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I like it

It's a very comfortable mag release. Went on easy. Functions very well. Can't ask for more than that.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by Jason on December 22, 2025

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Well made, reasonably priced.

Very easy to install. Easier on old fingers, so an enhancement for my use. Someone with small hands might also consider it an enhancement.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by GLEN RYAN on April 20, 2025

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Magpul Extended mag release

Didn’t know if I would like them bought two one for me one for grandson. They are great and easy to install. I would recommend them Thanks for more great products

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by Dennis Oelschlager on March 24, 2025

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Mag release extension

This little button makes a huge difference in the operation of my gun. it's a lot easier to locate and operate than the stock button.

by PETE CARTER on December 20, 2023

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Just Right

I used this along with a Freedom Fighter fixed nagazine pin kit and it works, feels and looks great.

by DAVE BAKER on October 12, 2023

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Great

Fairly easy to install, very clear and easy to follow instructions. Good product that is better than a mil-spec release

by BEN KAMPKA on September 17, 2023

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Great Magpul product for the price.

This is a great product to help enhance your AR functionality. The extended mag release from Magpul is all metal and is easy to install. The extended release lever is stiff and has aggressive grooves. It replaces your standard mag release button, but installs onto your existing mag catch. I installed these onto my BCM and Aero gen 2 lowers and they work perfectly.

Magpul "enhanced" magazine release

I picked up a couple of Magpul enhanced magazine release buttons along with their B.A.D. bolt release for two of my recent AR builds. Both products are easy to install and I'm very impressed with the quality of the parts and how efficient they work on my rifles. Liked them enough to buy another set for my SA Saint rifle which is being converted to a 20" .223 / 5,56 "Wylde" barrel with a Geissele 15" Mark 4 handguard. Magpul makes a variety of great products that allow me to customize & enhance my AR's as I see fit. Highly recommend them. Makes cold weather shooting easy when you have shooting gloves on too.

AR-15 Enhanced Magazine Release by MAGPU

I was unable to install mag release on my DPMS AR 10. Ive installed Mag release on my AR 15 with no issues. Will be ordering more.