I'd go with a TX22 compact over the Glock 44, because the TX22 has a credible reputation for functional reliability.

I like the TX22 compact's wide open ejection port, which seems to eliminate stoppages.

I have two G44s. They're understudy guns to my G19s. They're "okay" reliability wise.

I also have two KWA G19 gas blowback airsoft pistols, an Umarex G19 CO2 BB pistol, two SIRT 115C (G19) laser training pistols, a G19 ASP Red Gun, and a Rings G19 weighted Blue Gun that I also use for training. I'm heavily invested in my G19s. Had it not been for this fact I would've gotten a TX22 compact instead of the G44s.

 

The TX22 is an amazing pistol for the money. I have never looked at the Glock.

 

Love my tx 22 dont own and have never shot a 44. That does not mean I won’t.

 

My Brother has a TX 22 Competition with a Red Dot Sight (Vortex Venom 6 MOA). I noticed the trigger pull seemed significantly different (compared to Glock) and the grip felt similar to my PSA Dagger Compact. I noticed when I shot the TX-22 I had to lower my muzzle to find the dot. Typically when I shoot a Glock with RDS I have to raise the muzzle to find the dot. I guess this is due to the different grip angle or grip shape of the Taurus compared to Glock.

I shoot Glock pistols more than any other pistols followed by 1911, Browning High Power and S&W 39/439/5904. I have no trouble transitioning between different pistols but I liked my Glock 44 better than the Taurus TX-22. There is nothing wrong with the Taurus TX 22 I just like my Glock 44 better.

It really boils down to personal preference. I do like having the ability to keep spare parts or ready access to parts. The Glock is very easy to completely disassemble and to aquire parts and accessories.

 

I have t shot either, but I’d go Glock 44 because it isn’t a Taurus…to be fair I know that lots of folks like Taurus and have had good experiences with them.

 

Never shot or even held a 44 but my TX is garbage.

 

My vote is for the G44, especially if you already have other Glock pistols. I bought my G44 in February 2020 and it has the old style extractor. Accuracy is good for what it is, a training pistol, and the pistol has been very reliable with OEM and ProMag magazines. I have over 20,0000 + rounds through mine.

 

Plus the fact you can shoot the G44 in GSSF matches ... and maybe win another Glock by doing so!

 

TX22 no question. However, Ruger 22/45 Lite over both

 

You can or could buy 2 TX22s for the price of a G44 so I did. I like the TX22s. As usual the Glock is over rated and over priced.

 

If only between those two, I’d have to go with the G44 since it’s closer to my Advantage Arms conversion which has been excellent.

 

How this reply got so long, I dunno 'Doc!

Anyway, by the time the G44 was introduced I'd already figured out that Glock ergonomics just didn't do it for me, so the G44 was a no-go from the start, and even more so after comparing features with other .22 semiautomatic handguns, e.g., for $389 (up slightly from $359) the G44 offers:

-No threaded barrel
-10 round factory mags
-No optic mounting system

And the Standard $250 Taurus TX22 offers:

-Threaded barrel w/thread converter
-16 round factory magazines
-No optic mounting system

...but (and I know you were inquiring about the standard TX22 but I need to throw this in there for reasons of comparison) with the addition of the $199 TX22 OEM Competition Kit you'll receive an:

-Aluminum slide
-Comp. Kit specific recoil assembly
-Multi footprint barrel mounted optic mounting system
-Heavy 5.5" threaded barrel that does not require a thread adapter

The combination works great!

Then there's the optic ready TX22 Compact model that can be had for $300.

And yes I understand the angst from Taurus owners who've had issues with their products in the past, but I've had nothing but good luck with the Taurus products that I own and use.

I also understand the brand loyalty that most Glock aficionado's succumb to (LOL), and that's fine. They can spend the $279 on a bare aftermarket aluminum optic ready slide that's already gone through countless iterations in an effort to provide reliability. Then another $130+ for a threaded barrel. It all adds up...

G44 = $389
Nelson Precision 44x slide = $279
G44 OEM threaded barrel = $130+

$389
$270
+$130
=$798

...to unnecessary spending IMHO.

TX22 = $250
Competition Kit = $199.99

$250
+$199.99
=$449.99

The maths:

$798-$449.99=$348.01

So you could have the TX22/Competition Kit combo for $348.01 less than a similarly equipped G44.

And that's quite a big difference in dollars, just to say that you own a(nother) Glock!

 

Not to mention that the competition slide kit is often 20% off on most holidays. I bought mine on St. Patricks day last year. (sometimes 30% off on black friday)

check out www.shoptaurus.com for the sales on parts, mags, optics and accessories.

 

I liked the TX22 so much I purchased a 2nd one. Runs any ammo and probably about the most ergonomic grip I've shot. At least to my hand.

 

Agreed, my TX22 fits my hand really well. I liked the standard 4'' gun, then purchased the compact & its an amazing little gun.

It has ran with every type of ammo, everything from bulk Federal, CCI standard vel & high velocity, Winchester T22....and various match grade stuff.

The trigger.! I'm totally impressed with it, mine has a tiny bit of pre-travel...than the break is a crisp 3.5 lbs.

I got mine just this week at a LGS for $270.

 

Glocks work, too many Taurus automatics don't. I wouldn't drive to the gun store if they were to give me a Taurus automatic . I have no problem with Taurus revolvers

 

Automatic?? Never knew of one of those being given away

 

It is a fact. When any firearm gains a positive reputation for proper function and engineering, it can hold over a century. The Glock system has covered the globe very fast. Yes, the Glock handguns like the Colt will become legendary.

 

I have a G45, 19X, 19/5, 26/5, and a 42. I carry a G45 on duty. Love them all.

I have a TX22. Love it. It has a very comfortable grip, holds 15 rounds, is easy to rack the slide, has a good trigger, and is more accurate than I am. I would add that you have to be careful loading the TX22 mag or it will malfunction. But if you are carefully it is reliable.

In fairness, I have not shot the G44 so I can’t fairly compare them, but I am happy with the TX22.

 

I have a G45, 19X, 19/5, 26/5, and a 42. I carry a G45 on duty. Love them all.

I have a TX22. Love it. It has a very comfortable grip, holds 15 rounds, is easy to rack the slide, has a good trigger, and is more accurate than I am. I would add that you have to be careful loading the TX22 mag or it will malfunction. But if you are carefully it is reliable.

In fairness, I have not shot the G44 so I can’t fairly compare them, but I am happy with the TX22.

You have to be careful loading the 44 magazines too.

 

I guess I don't understand the complaints about the 10 rd magazine capacity of the G44. The S&W model 41, High Standard Victor and Supermatic, Colt Woodsman, and Browning Buckmarks are all 10 rd mags, and they are fine, legendary firearms. I love shooting them. The G44 will never rival their accuracy, but it wasn't intended to. And it is not a gun intended to repel boarders, as the G19 is. Just shoot it and enjoy it and reload the mags as required. You will probably never carry it in harm's way... My guess is that the grip angle of the G19/44 is not compatible with engineering a 15 rd magazine with rimmed cartridges and the design of the feed ramp used without inducing an unacceptable number of feeding issues. And, they gain compliance and sales in states with 10 rd mag capacity restrictions, so there is that as well. It makes the bean counters in corporate happy when the available market expands. The incentive for a 15 rd mag probably wasn't there anyway.

 

Glock can easily make a 15 round magazine for the G44. The only thing that keeps a G19 magazine from locking into a G44 frame (with slide removed) is the G44 ejector. And even ProMag produces a fully functional 18 round G44 magazine.

 

Promag? Do they work? I gave up on them years ago. Making them fit the mag well and making them function with the rimmed 22lr and the modified feed ramp used are the problem, I think.

 

I’ve shot both, I bought the Glock 44 because it was a better trainer for the Glock 19 and fit my 19 holsters, not because it was a better gun though.

 

Never had or shot a TX, but it has to be better than the G44. G44 has been the worst gun I have ever owned.

 

THIS, without a doubt.

 

I cast my vote based on the idea I was actually paying for the gun. I have a Glock 44 because I got it free with a GSSF certificate. I think the TX22 is a better gun though. That remains true even though my 44 is working really well now that I've got a couple thousand rounds through it.

 

I'm going to say the TX22 is the more reliable pistol, without a doubt, although it's more difficult to completely take apart, while the Glock 44 tears down in under a minute, including all the frame and slide pieces. The only other drawback is the chattered barrels that come with the TX22, although the last one I got was pretty decent.

 

I know you said “only” but my vote is the Walther P22. I don’t have, seen, fired or even handled the two you mention but I have a P22 and I love it.

 

I have a walther p22 what a pos to take apart to clean Taurus tx 22 piece of cake.

 

I agree as purchased it is a PITA to put back together. I bought an after market recoil spring guide now it’s a cinch.

 

I would have to say neither one is a good choose. I would check out a Ruger first.