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X-MAG MAGAZINE RELEASE for GLOCK® Reviews & Ratings

Two-piece, teardrop shaped magazine release helps speed mag changes. Mag release button is ergonomically shaped and much faster to depress; no need to shift your firing grip or modify your frame. Installs easily, in place of the factory magazine release. Made from a polymer similar to the GLOCK® frame. Does not fit Gen 4.

SPECS: Nylon plastic, black, matte finish. Fits Glock® small frame models only. Does not fit Gen 4.

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3 Stars

Reviews Summary

The X-MAG MAGAZINE RELEASE for GLOCK® has mixed reviews. While many users appreciate its ease of installation and enhanced magazine changes, there are significant concerns regarding fit, protrusion, and security of the button. Users with smaller hands find it beneficial, but its oversized nature can lead to unintended releases, raising safety issues for carry use.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Fit and Compatibility

50%

Several users report issues with the magazine release fitting properly into their Glock frames, requiring modifications to function correctly. Specific models like the Glock 21 were noted as incompatible without adjustments, suggesting that compatibility may vary significantly across different Glock models.

Protrusion and Safety

65%

Many reviews highlight concerns about the magazine release protruding too far from the frame, leading to potential accidental releases, especially during shooting. This protrusion can worsen holster compatibility and raises concerns about the product being suitable for carry or duty use.

Ease of Installation

60%

A common positive point is the ease of installation without needing special tools. Reviewers appreciate that it can be set up quickly and easily, allowing for immediate use in shooting scenarios. However, some suggest a need for a more secure attachment to enhance reliability.

Performance in Use

40%

Users noted improvements in speed during magazine changes, particularly in competitive shooting settings. However, there were reports of malfunctions during operation, such as failure to feed (FTF) incidents, which raised concerns about the reliability of the product during actual use.

Design and Functionality

45%

The design parameters of the magazine release were generally praised, with comments around its simplistic nature reflecting Glock's reliable design ethos. However, the teardrop shape was sometimes criticized, as some found it less secure and adequate for different hand sizes.

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Can't beat SIMPLE

Designed like a GLOCK: SIMPLE RELIABLE EFFECTIVE No special tools to install or remove !!! Why would you even pay more that need screws to attach the paddle?

Works

I used the product at a recent GSSF shoot and this helped with reloads. Works as advertised, easy to install and sits in a well positioned location.

NOT recommended for your carry/duty gun

Works as advertised. Speeds mag changes over a stock (non Gen 4) release. HOWEVER -- NOT recommended for your carry or duty gun. Protrudes too far for carry, can cause accidental mag release and potential to snag on clothing and some holsters.

small hands

this tear drop mag release works very well in my Glock 23 I have very small frame hands and I don't have to turn the handgun at all to release the magazine.the only thing i would change is that the tear drop have a secure screw in it it just clicks in and it feels a little flimsy.

Not bad..

Not bad, the pat might be a "tad" to big, if you are using a soft in the pants holster it can drop the mag from it pushing on you. My other clock with a factory glock mag extender, dose not have this issue. in a holster, it should not be any issue.

Doesn't fit in G17 Gen 3

Had to remove material to get the plate to move into gun. The Gen 3 plastic part of the release fit fine, but the butt on the plate was too fat.

Not a good fit for me.

Could not release my G32 mag without shifting grip position and thought this oversized design might do the job. But my thumb still could not operate the release without me adjusting my grip. Worse, during the first range visit with the Ghost release installed I had 8 FTF in the first 100 rounds. And yes you can easily accidentally release the mag while trying to manage the G32 recoil, in my case causing the still loaded mag to bounce out into the shooting lanes.

Stuck out too far

I bought this magazine release for my polymer 80 build unfortunately it sticks out a 1/4 inch off the frame just enough to keep it from seating in my holster. Not only that but unless you glue the teardrop button in it can easily fall out, its as easy as pulling two Legos apart.

Not a good fit.

Would not fit in Glock 21 frame. had to remove material from release to fit.