Canik SFx Rival vs METE SFx Competition vs METE SFx Pro
Last updated 21 October 2026.
The short answer
All three are full-size, striker-fired 9mm pistols from Canik with an optic-ready slide. Pick the SFx Rival if you shoot IDPA, IPSC or USPSA and want a flat trigger and fiber optic sights. Pick the METE SFx Competition for the lowest price in the line. Pick the METE SFx Pro if you want the threaded barrel, night sights and a bigger magazine.
Side by side
| SFx Rival | METE SFx Competition | METE SFx Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrel | 5 in. | 5.2 in. | 5.74 in., threaded 1/2x28 |
| Magazine | 10+1 (black model) | 10+1 | 20+1 |
| Sights | Fiber optic, adjustable rear | Standard | Night sights |
| Trigger | Flat aluminum, lightened | Standard | Aluminum |
| Weight | 29.5 oz | 1.72 lb | 29.8 oz |
| Length | 8.1 in. | 8.3 in. | 8.31 in. |
| Optic ready | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Safeties | No manual or grip safety | No manual or grip safety | No manual or grip safety |
| Magazines included | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Specs come from the product listings we carry and can differ between color versions of the same model, so check the exact listing before you order.
Who each one fits
- SFx Rival: competition shooters. It has a lightened flat aluminum trigger, an external magazine well, adjustable fiber optic sights and interchangeable grip backstraps.
- METE SFx Competition: shooters who want the same family at a lower price. It has a flared magazine well, an aggressively textured grip, a double-undercut trigger guard and a redesigned beavertail.
- METE SFx Pro: training and general use. The threaded barrel accepts compatible muzzle devices, and it has night sights and a 20-round magazine. Check your state's magazine rules before you buy a 20-round model.
Buying one
A pistol is a complete firearm, so it ships to a licensed dealer (FFL) in your state, where you complete the paperwork and background check.
General information, not legal advice. Current as of September 2026. Laws change; check the official source before you act.
