Alien Gear Holsters Reviews

I'm new to conceal carry and have struggled to settle on which setup I prefer. After a great deal of research and reading reviews, I came to the conclusion that the Alien Gear system was the most flexible for my EDC needs and would allow me to test several different setups without buying separate holsters. I just received my AG Shapeshift 4.0 IWB pack and have been testing it for about a week. I must admit that I was a bit skeptical when I saw how "chunky" it looked out of the box. But, to my surprise, I am very please with how comfortable it is to wear! And the versatility of the adjustments lets me set up the draw perfectly! Overall, this is a 10! The 30 day trial is a great selling feature as well. If you don't like it, send it back. I recommend you "pull the trigger" on your purchase! I wish I had gone for the two holster combo pack.

Been using the Pocket Holster for about a week now with my Glock G43. I prints slightly when sitting down, but not one person has noticed I have a gun in my pocket. I've practiced my draw, and comes out of the holster with ease. I would not want to use this with a heavier gun than a Glock G43. All in all, I love this holster, but would like to try the ankle holster to see whats more comfortable.

Holes that were drilled into Kydex were not lined up properly. It worked but I had to work at it to line things up. Otherwise a good product.

Very well made and very easy to interchange! Love this product.

Looking at the holsters online and in person are definitely two different things. I was a little put off with the alien face on the paddle and stamped on other parts. I just thought gimmick, plain and simple. I had the idea that no adult sincere about carry would go for it. But after just receiving mine and assembling everything, i could not be happier. The build quality is just that, quality. The Cloak Mod is super solid. Nothing could be further from gimmick. After spending years looking to mount a holster in a vehicle, nothing seemed quality and that looked solid as well as professional. These folks got it right. If you're looking to mount in a vehicle with an out of the box option. This is exactly what you want. I am glad i took a chance. Thanks Alien Gear.

Just got my paddle holster today , gave it a try perfect fit nice & snug no movement whatsoever just perfect, has a very fast & comfortable draw to it all in all it fits like a glove & I love it. I highly recommend this model for any OWB carry.

The ONLY snag here is that I obviously missed that this is NOT compatible with my integrated Crimson Trace Laser and so renders this holster unusable to me.

Recently swapped a shell for one that fit a M&P Shield w/ Streamlight TLR-6 light/laser. Customer service was great & new shell arrived promptly. The gun fit the holster so tight it was difficult to draw. The holster was shipped w/ the short spacers installed. When I put the gun in the holster it actually distorted the back part of the holster. Thought that the 1/2" spacer supplied with the holster would make it easier to draw. In attempting to swap out the spacers, I found the longer screws for the 1/2" spacers were too short & would not engage in the threaded connections on the holster. It looks like they need to be about 1/4" longer. Guess a trip to the local specialty fastener store for longer bolts may fix it. Can't use it like it is. Can't draw it out of the holster unless I use my left hand to hold my pants down.

Havent recieved mine yet but. A friend of mine has the shapeshift 4.0 was lookin to get the shapeshit Until i noticed the shape shift doesnt have a shell for a baby desert eagle 3 So i had to get the 3.5 cloak tuck and mod I give it 4 stars because of the shell options but overall its a awesome holster

Very comfortable holster! Carried a Kimber Ultra carry 1911 for the whole day with zero issues! Highly recommended! Love this holster!

Seen a friend of mine with the shapeshift holster and said ok cool i need to get one. Later found out that they dont make it for one of my pistols.. Magnum research desert eagle 3 could only get it for the cloak tuck 3.5 hopefully in the future one will be made for it..why buy. A firearm you dont lime just for the holster u really want.. Other than that i still give it 5 stars

This is perfect for small guns. I have the Ruger LCP II and this is great. Comfortably fits in my pocket of my dress pants or my carpenter jeans. No printing. Gives me no reason to not have my CCW on me at all times. This is with me more than any other holster setup due to ease. Very recommended. Now that the Sig P365 is out, I will see how I like it in a bit bigger pistol.

I have only had this holster for a day and a half, but I want to say the most comfortable I have ever worn. I found the web site by accident and wish I had found it years ago. I am a retired 30yr police officer. I have worn a number of concealable holsters and the quality and comfort of this one is unmatched. Phone contact with this company will connect you with professional, knowledgeable people. I didn't know what I missed until I tried their holster. I will be back for additional. Fast service is always a must, and they furnish it.

I just received this holster today and I love it. Great retention on my gun. Easy to unholster And holster without sacrificing security. Recommend buy.

Let me start by saying I've own many holsters ever since I've started to conceal carry. Many companies create kydex holster and have a hard time differentiating themselves against one another. Alien Gear has not only differentiated themselves from other holster manufacturers, but also make the most comfortable holsters to carry. I purchased the Shape Shift 4.0 for my Glock 19 and S&W Shield, and can honestly say Alien Gear makes the best products on the market. It is uncomfortable to have kydex rub against your body if you carry frequently. Alien Gear has solved that issue with their holster base which rest on my hip nicely. Printing is a minimum as well even in my slim workout shirts. These holsters are so good that I'm eagerly awaiting the release of their shell for the Sig P365 and hope it comes out before Christmas!

My only issue is with the paddle. My order was for a 1.5 in belt and the paddle is ment for a 1.75 beat ... so canT really use the paddle. But other then that I am happy

i have 2 Alien IWBs and I recently bought the OWB slide for concealed carry during winter months wearing layers of clothing and heavy gloves. The IWB holsters are good but just too difficult for me to use in heavy winter clothing. The OWB Slide works quite well. Easy concealment under a jacket even with a full size handgun and much easier to deploy in heavy clothing and gloves. Works very well for me.

The shell exchange program is a life saver! I have dealt with other holster companies over the years and AlienGear Holsters are the best. I changed my EDC gun and needed to utilize the shell exchange. No questions asked, quick turnaround and a great quality product.

After using and searching for years, I finally found a great IWB holster. I've been using this holster every day for three months now, super comfortable. I don't even notice it's there anymore. By far the best IWB holster I've ever used. Lifetime warranty is hard to beat too.

Its not a bad holster but the way its set up it can only really be carried in one position and that's in about the 4 o'clock which I dont find very easy to reach.

So, like many firearm enthusiasts, I have a drawer full of holsters. Now they all just sit there. I have had the cloak tuck 3.5 for almost a year now and it is as close to perfect as I believe it can get. Retention is perfect and easily adjusted. Quality is top notch. Mine looks new after continuous usage 12-14 hours a day at least 6 days a week. It is extremely comfortable folks. I can forget I'm carrying a PPQ M2 in .45 because I can hardly tell its there. Well done Alien Gear!

Look forward to this holster and possibly more products for you guys.

this holster is great you don't think about it till you need it. best holster I have ever worn.

This product is ideal for any new carrier or people who like to carry in a variety of ways. It is beyond easy to use and Alien Gear does a great job with picture and video instructions. It is durable, sturdy, and lightweight. I am three months into owning my core carry pack and it has been perfect. Even my law enforcement family members approve of this product.

I've only had it for a couple weeks, but this holster is definitely all it's cracked up to to be. Once I got it adjusted to fit the way I like for IWB,,it makes carrying my XDE feel as natural as a wallet with no printing. It's the holster to get. The amount of stuff that it comes with makes the price seem like a bargain.

This is my first purchase from Alien Gear and it will not be my last. I am very pleased with my IWB 4.0 holster. It is by far the most comfortable holster i have ever worn. My personal set retention on my 4.0 holsters keeps my Glock safely secured and easy to draw. I am impressed with the quality craftsmanship and features this holster provides. WELL DONE!

I just purchased the, "Cloak Hook & Loop Holster! This is not my first purchase at Alien. I also have the Shape Shift Kit! Also a Great system to own! This system I Purchased because as a CCW Licensed carrier I Live in the Chicagoland Area. Here there are too many Troubled people who go about to be trouble to others who are just trying to live and enjoy Life! When You are driving it is very hard to retrieve Your weapon when needed! Then it is too obvious to take Your holster off to put it within reach then to put it back on when You leave your vehicle! But with this system all I do is remove my weapon put it in the Cloak system under my steering wheel! If needed to retrieve Quickly I can! Then when You leave the vehicle You can re-holster without notice! Keep up the Good Work! I will always buy from Alien!

I have two Alien Gear holsters and will buy more. So comfortable that during a day of rangemaster duty, carrying a Glock 30S, I almost forgot that I was wearing it. Customer service has been excellent, very fast, knowledgeable and helpful. I highly recommend these people and their products. I wish their backlog wasn't so long ( a testimony to their desirability) so I could get my holsters faster.

I purchased this after watching several YouTube videos demonstrating and rating it. I really couldn't be happier. Highly adjustable, secure, perfect fit and it stays in place. Really, if you've ever carried and been the least bit uncomfortable or not 100% pleased with the holster GET THIS ONE!

It came the expected date, the material that the holster is made feels great and best of all now I can carry my concealed carry weapon inside my waist.

I've held off on my review of this holster for a year now, and after that year of daily use, I can say this holster is awesome! Conceals at the 8:00 position like a dream. The backing is extremely comfortable to wear, although I do prefer to wear an undershirt with it. No visible wear other that a slight "curve" that actually flattens back out over night. Great work on this setup AG! Cant wait to see what comes out next!

Great holster. Received my products after only 5 days in a European country. Excellent follow up and service!

I wear this holster for twelve or more hours a day and it is very comfortable! There was no break-in time and it has worked with everything I have worn so far.

A bit of background... I am short, sorta thin, new to conceal carry (but not to firearms) and unemployed. Money is not something I have a lot of and finding a holster that would allow me to carry my RAP in a reasonably comfortable manner while concealed was of utmost importance. I bought this holster, I don't like it, I LOVE IT!!! Carrying went from being a literal pain to being comfortable and easy. Sometimes I forget that I am wearing it. Buy this holster. It is worth it.

I have had the shapeshift core since Christmas of 2017 and carry every day, at home or away. My firearm is always with me. The option to carry based on how I dress or what I am doing makes this starter kit great. I have added a few more shells and just ordered the shoulder holster. The quality is there and I can attest to the security of my firearm. Today I was just starting to hang up Christmas lights on my house today. I was on the ladder and I missed a rung and fell off. I was wearing the Owb Shapeshift paddle holster with my Shield. I hit the ground , my ankle bent ninety degrees and I rolled backwards. The impact of me hitting the ground and then rolling over my weapon was pretty hard. My gun stayed right in its holster and the holster had no damage. The only retention I had was passive, no thumb release. I was very surprised because my gun belt took some damage. Great product! I knew your holsters were good but that made me a permanent customer.

comfortable,awesome,well built. Sometimes i totally forget that im carrying my firearm and fell asleep on the couch.

This is the most comfortable holster ive owned and i highly recommend this product.

My coworker gave me the holster set up for glock 19. Just got the shell for my cz75b. Customer service was great getting it ordered and answering my questions. I can already tell an improvement from my other iwb holster.

Great product, great service, good prices, good people!

I have had it for about ten months, I am very pleased with this product. It is everything you said it would be, I like the fact that it is four in one, whatever I need it to be it is and it only take seconds to go from one to the other. Thanks for doing what you said you were going to do, and making me think I got my money wroth.

Bought the shapeshift core pack back in June and absolutley love it! It's super comfortable and keeps printing to a bare minimum (if at all) . I just bought another pistol I plan on carrying and wasted money on other holsters only to eventually come back to alien gear! Trust me when I say these are some of the best holsters out there! I reccomend these holsters to anyone in the market for a comfortable, versatile, and well made holster!

As my first holster, I have to say I am very satisfied. After hearing great things before my purchase I had known I had to give it a try. This is for sure a quality product, forms great to my waist, and will be back to purchase alien gear products again!

I finally settled on a carry gun and didn't really expect that shells for life warranty to be so easy to work with. I have a Walther PPQ M2 Navy 9mm. Alien Gear doesn't make a shell for this gun but they make one for the M2. I contacted their support via email and they told me they didn't mind if I modified the shell to work with this gun. I sent them my shell and within a few days, the new one arrived. It ALMOST fit. About 2 seconds with the Dremel tool and it was perfect. Thanks for such a quality product and such a great attitude. I will definitely purchase again.

I'll start off with saying excellent holster and excellent company. As a relatively new everyday carrier, I did a lot of research before settling on Aliengear and when I ordered the IWB Tuck 3.5 (Right hand) it did not disappoint. Very comfortable and conceals the weapon well. The only learning point here for me was that like we hear about all new carriers, I tried IWB right hip and that didn't sit well for me, then IWB Abdomen and didn't like that. I ended up trying IWB small of back which I didn't think I would like and turns out it is the most comfortable place for me to carry. Unfortunately, I'm right handed with a right handed holster drawing from small of the back which makes the draw awkward. I'm telling any other new carrier because it took me three months to figure this out and if I had tried this inside of a 30 day window Aliengear was more than willing to work with me to swap out the holster. Not a big deal to me, I'll hold on to the spare holster. Just wanted to share in case someone else might benefit from it. Great company, great product!

Very nice mag carrier. I like the adjustable cant. My only gripe is the one size fits all body side pad. I bought this for a Springfield XD-S and it looks like this one could also be used for a glock 17. It's way too long for a little XD-S mag.

Fantastic holster! You can wear this all day and forget you're wearing it. Pistol stays securely in place. My only criticisms: 1) Getting it adjusted is difficult and instructions are sub par. You should have your own video on setting the holster up. I had to go to Youtube to find a third party review who demonstrated exactly how to set up (Thanks "Tactical Black Guy") without him I never would have figured this out on my own; 2) There needs to be an adapter or some sort of height adjustment for those who wear boots. If you wear boots over 4" you'll have to leave them partially unlaced as the holster will not fit properly with boots. Overall, a great product. If you work in an environment where waist carry is difficult to conceal, this is an excellent option. Conceals well. Comfortable. Cannot slide down. Gun stays securely in place. And the wrap around velcro cover gives an added layer of concealment. What more could you ask for?

This holster is perfect for my CZ PCR! Right out of the bag this holster fit my firearm without any fitment or adjustment. This holster fits my body comfortably in the five o clock position. I am very happy with the holster and will be buying another for my CZ Phantom and one for my wife's new Springfield XD-E very soon!

comfortable-versatile-very cool

I was unsure about purchasing an IWB holster, but after using it I love it. It is so comfortable, the majority of the time I don't even know it is there. I would recommend these holsters to anyone.

I have PPK and PPS m2 inside the waistband holsters. The best I've ever used by far and you literally do forget you're wearing them. However, to suggest now, as I read, that 6 is frowned upon because of an injury that could occur if you fell backwards you're silly in my opinion. I always carry at 6. A lot to be said about the speed of pull from A 3 or A 4 vs. A 6. Or, maybe we go appendix? They all have their pros and cons. Short answer, don't fall down. I got to ambidextrous pull and if you're in good shape, the gun sits between your muscle and you got maybe a half an inch protrusion. Perfect place.