Best Shotgun Brands Ranked (2026): The Only Names Worth Buying
The 10 best shotgun brands ranked for 2026. Honest breakdown of Benelli, Beretta, Mossberg, Remington, Browning, Winchester, CZ, Stoeger, Franchi, and Weatherby.
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Shotgun reviews, comparisons and buying guides, newest first. For most people buying a first shotgun, the job is home defense, and the best shotguns for home defense guide is where I’d start.
If you want one gun that does a bit of everything, look at the best 12 gauge shotguns and the best pump action shotguns. Clay shooters should check the best over/under shotguns, and spring hunters can jump to the best turkey shotguns or the best duck hunting shotguns. Every shotgun roundup is listed in our buying guides hub.
8 Best Budget Shotguns in 2026: Reliable Picks Under $400
The 8 best budget shotguns in 2026. Reliable pumps and semi-autos under 400 dollars from Maverick, Mossberg, Stoeger, Winchester, and more.
Best Shotgun Deals Right Now (2026): Pumps, Semi-Autos and O/Us on Sale
Updated daily. The best shotgun deals online right now, covering pump-actions, semi-autos, over/unders, and home defense shotguns from top retailers.
Mossberg Maverick 88 Review (2026): 500 Round Test of the Best Budget Shotgun
The Mossberg Maverick 88 is the best budget shotgun in America at under 200 dollars. We put 500 rounds through the Security model and tested it for home defense. Full review with live pricing.
8 Best Shotguns for Bear Defense in 2026: Alaska Guide Picks
The 8 best shotguns for bear defense in 2026. Alaska guide-approved picks for brown bear, grizzly, and black bear encounters in the backcountry.
The Ultimate Home Defense 4-Gun Kit for 2026
What is the best gun collection for self defense and home defense. Here are 4 guns that cover all your defensive needs.
8 Best California Legal Shotguns (2026): Home Defense & Sporting
Best California-legal shotguns for home defense, hunting, and sporting. Most pump-actions are fully compliant. Semi-auto picks with CA-legal features included.
Mossberg 590 vs 590A1: Is the Mil-Spec Upgrade Worth It? (2026)
Mossberg 590 vs 590A1: comparing barrel weight, trigger guard, sights, bayonet lug, and MIL-SPEC 3443 testing. Find out if the A1 upgrade is worth the extra cost.
Benelli M4 Review: The Combat Shotgun That Earned Its Stripes (2026)
The Benelli M4 is the best tactical shotgun in the world. But in 2026, is it still good enough to justify that massive price tag? Find out here in our Benelli M4 Tactical review.