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SHOP NOWClassic Firearms reviews standout new suppressors unveiled at SHOT Show 2026. The team compares designs, materials, heat management, and back pressure across multiple platforms.
The hosts open by noting that SHOT Show 2026 felt like the year of the suppressor. They joke that everyone with access to a 3D printer seems to be producing a can, or having one produced under a familiar brand name. B&T is highlighted as white-labeling many suppressors and being described as the largest suppressor manufacturer in the world, with a reputation for solid quality. They also mention how far 3D printing has progressed, moving beyond simple plastics into materials like titanium and other advanced alloys. With so many new models on display, the team explains that narrowing the list down to a top five was difficult, and then transitions into their ranked picks from the show.
Number five on the list is Ridgeline Suppressors. The team focuses on Ridgeline’s carbon fiber construction and notes that the company has options aimed at NRL and PRS style shooting, with a particular emphasis on bolt guns. The standout for them was a model mounted on a 115 platform that uses over-barrel technology. They explain that this design only adds roughly three inches to the overall length beyond the muzzle, while extending back over the barrel. This raises practical considerations about rail length and clearance, especially on setups where there is minimal space between the rail and muzzle. They caution that certain configurations, such as some MK18-style builds, may not have enough exposed barrel for proper fitment without adjustments or extensions.
In the number four spot is Offgrid Suppressors, with particular attention on the Scorpius .22 can. The hosts describe the Scorpius as extremely light, at just over an ounce, which stands out even in a market where most .22 suppressors are already lightweight. They remark that, in general, suppressed .22 LR tends to sound very similar across different cans, so short overall length and minimal weight become major advantages. The Scorpius recently took a top .22 suppressor award at another show, and they mention a price of about $469. The segment also touches on Offgrid’s broader lineup and notes interest in seeing how the rest of their suppressors perform once they can get more range time with them.
Number three goes to Q and its new suppressor offerings. The discussion centers on a model referred to as the Lefty, described as a continuous-flow version of the Southpaw 5.56 suppressor. The hosts recall earlier comments from Q’s Kevin that this type of design might not happen, followed by industry pressure that eventually pushed it into development. They reference an early prototype seen during a tour of Q’s facility and note that it is now finally reaching the market. The Tall Boy and Speak Easy are also mentioned, with the Tall Boy characterized as extremely quiet and likened to a steel version of the Full Nelson that still uses a Quickie mount. The conversation briefly revisits Q’s history with 300 Blackout, explaining that Kevin helped evolve 300 Whisper into a standardized 300 Blackout that feeds correctly from standard 5.56 magazines, and they nod to well-known Q platforms like the Honey Badger.
Ambient Arms takes the number two position, primarily for its EXO 5.56 suppressor. The hosts are impressed by the engineering, which is described as pulling in cooler ambient air and forcing it through the system to keep temperatures down. They reference coverage by Garand Thumb showing a full magazine fired through the EXO, after which the front of the suppressor could still be touched. Temperature figures mentioned suggest the muzzle end reaching around 120 degrees, significantly cooler than typical cans that can damage expensive gear such as Crye Precision pants on contact. The design is also said to reduce back pressure. Ambient Arms’ Stratos 22 suppressor is noted as another interesting option for .22 LR, along with a compact 5.56 mini can. The hosts emphasize that for 5.56 they often prefer shorter “K” style cans that tame the sharpness of the report without excessive length or heat.
Before revealing the top spot, the team runs through several honorable mentions, starting with Dead Air. They discuss a 5.56 suppressor referred to as the CF5P, described as a patrol-oriented can intended for hard use by departments. They compare it to the Lazarus 6, a 6 mm suppressor known for low back pressure and solid performance. The hosts note that many of these models have not yet been extensively shot by them, which makes precise ranking difficult, but they plan a future suppressor showdown to test a wide range of cans side by side. Dead Air’s Nomad OTB Ti is also highlighted as an over-the-barrel titanium suppressor that saves about three inches of added length compared to traditional muzzle-forward designs. They connect this concept to earlier over-barrel systems like the Ops Inc/Allen Engineering style setups seen on Mark 12 rifles, where the can mounts over a collar and a section of barrel before tapering forward.
The final segment continues the honorable mentions with SureFire and a collaboration between Canik and Otter Creek Labs. The hosts talk about the SureFire RC series, noting that they personally run RC2 suppressors and regard them as extremely durable. They describe the RC3 as an evolution that reduced back pressure, and then mention the RC4 as taking that design further with updated internal wall geometry and improved flash mitigation compared to the RC3. They reference online criticism of RC3 flash and suggest the RC4 addresses those concerns while carrying forward the established SureFire legacy. The discussion then turns to Canik partnering with Otter Creek Labs on the Void series, including a 5.56 and a shorter 5.56K model. While details are limited in the conversation, the Void series is presented as another noteworthy SHOT Show 2026 suppressor line that caught their attention alongside the main top five list.
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