Last updated June 19, 2026
Ruger Mark IV vs Smith & Wesson M&P
Real price comparison based on 86 tracked r/gundeals deals.
Bottom line
Cheaper historically: Ruger Mark IV at $45.
Lower average: Ruger Mark IV at $293.
More deals tracked: Smith & Wesson M&P (61 vs 25).
Set alerts on both — Ruger Mark IV · Smith & Wesson M&P.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Ruger Mark IV | Smith & Wesson M&P |
|---|---|---|
| Historical low | $45 | $250 |
| Tracked average | $293 | $510 |
| Median price | $328 | $480 |
| Highest tracked | $499 | $1299 |
| Real-deal threshold | < $279 | < $485 |
| Steal threshold | < $249 | < $434 |
| Deals tracked | 25 | 61 |
3 cheapest Ruger Mark IV deals
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[Parts] Lobos 507k Ruger MKIV mounts restocked-$45$45Apr 05, 2025 · lobos-industries.com
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[Parts] Lobos Industries Low Profile Red-Dot Mount, Rug…$45Apr 03, 2025 · lobos-industries.com
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[PARTS] Ruger Mark IV Upper | $149.99$150Oct 15, 2025 · leadandsteel.co
3 cheapest Smith & Wesson M&P deals
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[Handgun] S&W MP Shield with Manual Thumb Safety $249.9…$250Apr 25, 2025 · sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ruger Mark IV or Smith & Wesson M&P — which is cheaper?
Historically, the Ruger Mark IV has the lower floor at $45. By average, Ruger Mark IV wins at $293.
Which has more deals available?
Smith & Wesson M&P appears more often in r/gundeals deals (61 vs 25).
Should I get the Ruger Mark IV or the Smith & Wesson M&P?
Set free alerts on both. Pick whichever drops to its real-deal threshold first that matches your use case.
About the editor
GDA Editorial Team · Editorial team, GunDeal Alerts
We track every priced post on r/gundeals, fingerprint products, and verify dealer reputations. This page is updated as new deal data arrives.