Great comparison video, but I'm still a fan of the Maglula. Simple to use, reliable and don't have to mess with oil or extra parts. And the come in a variety of colors and sizes.
Until now, every loader i have seen required a final push of the ammo into the magazine after you raised lever. Both of these are basically one step to load. Both have their values. Thanks.
I watched this before I bought my ETS loader and still has trouble trying to load my M&P 2.0 compact. Watched the video again and caught that part where you hit the bottom of a magazine to get it seated better. I did that with my magazine and felt it fully seat and it loaded perfectly. Thanks!!
@@everettware3466 to be honest i hadn't been shooting much the past year until last weekend when i shot over 1000 rounds and was really wishing i had put that in my gear bag. I'll use it again the next time i go shooting and get and reply again to let you know if I'm still happy with it. On second thought I'll get it out now and load my empty mags.
@@everettware3466OK i got the speed loader out and i really love it. I wish I'd had it with be last weekend. I was using my uplala then or loading by hand. With the speed loader just be sure to fully seat the mag in the loader. You do have to load the ammo in which depending on how its boxed can take a little time but then you can fully load the ammo in one good push. It's really a time saver and a thumb saver. I have another for my 223 ar and it works just as well. If you buy your ammo boxed like he shows in the video it loads really fast. Like he mentioned in the video i set the mag on my chest and push. Also do insert the mag, fully, before adding ammo to the loading rail or they'll all fall out. I did this the first time i tried it 😂
Thanks for the feedback on these. I've seen videos on here where guys had trouble with the ETS and just moved on saying it doesn't work for a single stack. With some practice and a focus on making sure the mag is fully seated and aligned, it works great! So I use the ETS for all my mags including my shield, unless I'm using bulk ammo loose in a can. Thanks again!
I have both, but feel most comfortable with the Uplula. As stated, the ETS can be finicky, and takes a while to master. I also have a Babylula, for loading .380 and .22.
Great comaro sir...my wife just picked up her first semi auto pistol, she likes shooting but hates loading...ill be looking at either one of these, if not both, to help to NOT discouraging her from getting range time.
I have a Uplula and love it. Frankly, I don't think I could load my mags without it. However, after watching your video I will definitely be looking to purchase an ETS loader. Even with bulk loads (if doing several mags) I think it would be faster to load some old caddies/organizers and use the ETS than use the Uplula. On the flip side, the Uplula is definitely more portable . So while I will buy an ETS, I will not be dumping my Uplula.
i have a kimber 9mm micro,and a 9mmsccy 2 and i have yet to find a loader that fits my guns. i did buy a Ets, and it doesnt fit ,please help me in finding a loader that will fit as the Ets ,the opeaning is too small. i also bought the Kimber9mm it aont fit (too small)
i have like 20 of the ets speed loaders as they are my preferred becuase even if i have them not bought in caddy i put them in one for ease of access and stuff
Great informational video. Thanks. You can Load the bullets, by hand, right onto the rail of the ETS Loader, then plunge in the bullets. Just remember: All ETS products come with a Lifetime warranty and are 100% Guaranteed. ETS has great Customer Service and really listen and take feedback from their customers.
My wife and I both have the Maglula and we love them, have never failed ,,, even getting that pesky 17th round into the p 320 mag. that you can barely do by hand, Great video
Thanks for the info. Just looking for inexpensive Chanukah gifts. Have the mag loader, but my wife saw the ETS and asked me. Looks very cool, although I don't keep boxes/trays. Still going to think about it.
I bought the ETS gen 2 for 9mm. It really does work as shown. Note at first it was really difficult to use, you gotta break it in a bit first and the polymer wears in where the rounds rub and feed. After several dozen uses it gets alot easier to use like they demonstrate.
@@highdesertbloomz7012 I got mine over the weekend, and I felt the same way. I thought maybe I was doing something wrong. If it starts loading as easily as it does in this video, I'll be a happy shooter!
@@MrMoon-jt3hs There's a ramp designed into it so they sort of slide in. Honestly it takes alot of hand strength to use as they show. Add some gun lube to the loader to help it break in at first.
Thanks so much for your easy to understand how to! I am a first time gun buyer and in getting ready for a CPL class tomorrow, I wanted to load a couple of magazines. It was so hard by hand, but I couldn't figure out how to use the magazine loader. It seemed like it didn't work. Your video helped so much in that I didn't know that I had to let up a bit on the loader so the end could clear the back and be pushed down-yay!
Magazines get easier to load by hand if you leave freedom seeds in them to loosen the tension on the spring. These speed loaders are nice to have but sometimes you just want to feel that brass pressing into your thumb a bit
Great video. You are an amazing instructor. Thanks for all the tips and honest review of both products. I've decided to purchase both. Again thanks for taking the time to help others!
Best review for showing how to work the units and the comparison between the two. It was recommended that I get the Maglula, and I found it to work great after I saw your video -- paper instructions were not clear -- I needed a video. They are both good depending upon what you have.
Phillip! Thank you! Great lesson! This is the first time I've looked in to a faster way to load ammunition. That single bullet load is a PAIN! I didn't even know that sort of thing existed. You answered tons of questions I had. You have made my purchasing decision so much quicker and easier... Thank you again... Mark
I have the ETS mag loader and I love it. It works very well with my magazines EXCEPT for the Beretta APX 40 S&W. The first time I used it, the magazine got hung up inside the loader and had to get some help pulling the mag out. So I am getting the Uplula for the Beretta. I also noticed that when I loaded my single stack XD-E magazines that it will wobble side to side. It loaded, however I have to make sure I have the magazine "stable" as I load it.
I wonder just how quickly you could put individual rounds into the feeder. That’d still be easier than hand loading mags. And it might be faster than loading using the Uplula.
it's crazy how they can just go down in the magazine, when you try to push them straight down by hand, they won't go, you have to push down and slide them in, crazy how it works. very nice!
the ets is forcing the cartridges past the feedlips so I wonder if that will eventually bend them outward and let the cartridges come out. The well made mags are made stronger at the feedlips than some of the other brands.
Thank you! My new pistol came with a quick loader. It works but I was looking for something a little easier to use. I'll keep an eye on prices and pick one up when they are on special.
I tried using the speed loader for 9mm/.40cal today. I did not have a good experience. I believe it was because I had 9mm steel casing. It did not work at all. Later when I got home I tried with my .40 with brass casing and had limited success. I could only get three rounds loaded at a time. Yes I lubricated it the feeder.
I got a purple Uplula. Which is another thing it has over the ETS: colors. ETS only comes in black. Black is fine, but I like color. Also, there is no maintenance with the Uplula. ETS was designed for Glock mags, which it does fine with. Very useful for the fun stick. But it is finicky with my Walther mags. If I could only have one, it would be the Uplula. If I have a choice, which I do (I have both), I start with the ETS and use it until it jams. (Make absolutely sure the mag is seated correctly.)
best video by far comparing the two heavy hitters in loaders....takeaway is: own them both cuz you'll need them both for different reasons,and youu are right.
Just started to use my ETS and it is great. I had to oil the rails and practice it a bit but it is by far the fastest way to load a magazine. I also have the Mag Lula and it is great especially for loose ammo. They are both great and really save your thumbs.
I have both those loaders. The ETS doesn't work with my Hellcat RDP at all. The Upula does and it works with every other mag I have right on through 460 Rowland. I sent the ETS back for a refund, we'll see how good their guarantee really is.
Confirmed, Hellcat is a no go with the ETS. I am curious as to why. There must be an angle in the ramp that just puts it out of alignment with the mag. I fussed with it for far too long but couldnt figure out a nod or fix to get it to work
I have found that the ETS is a little finicky there are some double stack magazines that I just cannot load with it.some of the double stack magazines and I have are too thick and they won't go inand others you have to push extremely hard even when properly lubricated. I can also testif that if you have your hand in the wrong spot you will end up with a giant blood blister because it will pinch you hard. However when it does work with the various magazines that I have it is fast and slick.
I own the ETS and tried the Maglula. The ETS is really persnickety. I will have to try the oil idea because it basically stopped working all together. I think I did a few hundred rounds before it wouldn't go in any magazine I tried (M&P9, M&P40, Sig P226, VP9). You really gotta cram them in, and it flipped rounds a few times. While I'm overwhelmed at the speed it can load rounds, it does you no good if it's too hard to get the ammo in. The Maglula on the other hand was less physical effort to load but was obviously slower. How much slower? Maybe in the seconds range, but but not by much. It's 10X better than hand loading. In the end, I agree with having both, but only if the ETS malfunctions and you need a backup. If you're tired and wiped out then the 'Lula shines. It's solid and worth every penny but I certainly prefer the ETS. Again, fingers crossed the oiling trick works because I have something like 13 magazines to load (including two 32rd mags) and that job sucks by hand!
Of course, but if you ONLY have 10 round mags you just scoop them up and jam them in without counting. If you've got 15 and 18 round mags you have to count and get rid of rounds to make sure you don't accidently try to over fill the magazine and potentially damage something
Thank you, Philip. You provided some great information and demonstrated the features of each very well! I have the Uplula loader and needed a refresher on how to properly use it for my Springfield handgun.
I ordered one after watching yours and another review. I received it and oiled it per instructions. I couldn't pick up more than 5 rounds, then I had to slide them down since they bind in the rail. Next I picked up 3 more rounds, finally the last 2. A lot of work. I tried about 10 times on 2 different Grand Power P1 mags. It wouldn't load. I tried it on a S&W 9mm mag and finally got it to load. Wish mine worked like yours.
Great Vid on these loaders. Thanks for the comments from everyone to let me know the ETS is difficult at first. I do prefer the maglula as most of my ammo is in bulk. Thanks
I’ve had the maglula for years. I can zone out and watch tv while loading all my pistol clips from my box of bullets. Muscle memory without thinking is fine. I’m buying the ETS right now though. Just for the speed alone.
Ok. I got an ETS for my 5.56. Just buy it. It’s sick. Loads 30 count magpul magazines (10x3) w/o thinking of scratching your thumb 30 times x 10 mags per shoot
Regarding speed the ETS is the winner, hands down, BUT for narrower single stack mags it can be difficult to use unless the magazine is perfectly centered. I made some shims out of cardboard to narrow the opening before inserting my G2S mags; the mag is more likely centered and easier to load.
The ETS works with loose ammo too. Putting the rounds in the rail one by one is still faster and easier than the maglula. ETS also released a gen 2 which centers single stack magazines
I use the maglula to load everything. Double stack, single stack, 22 and up. It’s been modified to fit 22 (metal beak/tab narrowed) to fit 22’s but still works on everything else. This was a must for CZ Kadet mags. The only thing it won’t do are the sig 322 mags for some reason.
I have both. ETS says it doesnt hurt your feed lips but it did on my HK USP as well as not a smooth load, and unlike this video, it didnt want to load my 15 round M&P 2.0 compact 9mm mags very well. It loaded my glock mags well but again I noticed marks in the feed lips Like you state, if you buy loose ammo its really not that much faster because you have to load the loader one at a time. I love the Maglula. I load any caliber for any gun. Single stack, Double stack....makes no difference. 380 to 45 makes no difference. Compact and easy to use with no damage what so ever to your magazines. Maglula for me. ETS makes a 223 loader that is the shit. No complaints with that one.
uplula, #1 as I as I store my reloads in an ammo can also. I also use a toggle loader for my Colt style SMG mags that works great. Of course I still have the garden variety compression loaders that also save the thumbs.
I finally got it to work for the EC9S, but I had to pry up the mag holder so it could snap in, & then it always loads all but the last round, which stays loose. I need to put a extra round in the loader to completely load the mag
I saw you do the Sig P320 and that worked flawlessly. I tried it with my Sig P320 mags and it fails every time. I oiled it just like you suggested but no joy. The mag is in solidly and I did it exactly like you did with the mag solidly on my chest. Any ideas???
Just bought the ETS, and I need a ton of pressure to load the magazine(Sig P365). Brand new gun, by the way. So it may just need some working on it. But with your P226 magazine demonstration, I'm optimistic it will get better.
Maglula's Uplula Loader is the best I have ever found. I have used it on Every pistol caliber from 380 to 45 works on Any magazine, including single stack with the small extra plate for single stack. The only other loader I use is one for rifle mags.
I just got an ETS speedloader to use for my S&W SD40VE. It works, but not near as easily as in this video. It is taking quite a bit of pressure to get the cartridges to load in the magazine. I hope this gets easier as the loader gets broke-in. Instructions say to oil it, which I did, and that probably will not be necessary after about 500 rounds. I sure hope it get easier. I also got the UpLula and that works great.
I just bought a new Smith&Wesson MP Shield 45 cal and the 2 magazines have springs that are so stiff I could barely load them. Bought the Maglula and it works great.
I have both in my range bag. Love the speed of the ETS however, I've found that certain ammo trays work better that others. If the rounds fit in the tray loosely then the ETS has a difficult time picking them up. I've also found the ETS does not like the Springfield Hellcat mags, but it works great with my XD mags. Different tools for different jobs.
Thank you for confirming the Hellcat. That's the only gun we own at the moment and I had tried everything to get it to work. I sent it back assuming we probably just got a bad one.
I bought the Uplula after slicing a nice dent in my thumb when loading a double stack 9mm. It works well with 9mm and .45 . It fits in my range bag and is quick and easy. I have not tried the ETS, but from the video it’s over kill for loading 3 mags at a time.
I have the Maglula loader and just bought the ETS. I haven't used the ETS yet but I love my Uplula loader. Great comparison and very informative video. Thank you!!!
I couldn’t get em to work on my Sig or Ruger mags. They did give me my money back. Worth a try maybe mine were defective but they didn’t argue or make any suggestions just gave me my money back. 👍🏼
I save my plastic trays for when I buy loose pack ammo- not just because of my ETS loader, but it's easier to count rounds and I'm kinda OCD about numbers, lol. I have a maglula type as well that I use for steel ammo (doesn't work well in the ETS) that does pretty good too- it's the ASAP from Butler Creek. Works the same way
Yeah, me too! I just picked up the Maglula at Academy. World of difference. The loader that came with my Springfield 9mm wildcat was terrible. Looking into the ETS Loader as well.
I have both the 9mm & the .45 loader and I could not get either to work after numerous a attempts until I watched the video again. The crucial step is the placement of the loader against his chest with the ammunition pointing up! Until I noticed this aspect of the video, I had tried it only by placing the butt of the magazine on a flat surface and pushing down. It failed nearly very time in this position by jamming right on that inclined surface that he mentions.
I recently bought both the maglula and the ETS C.A.M speed loader. I am shooting the Springfield XDM Elite Compact 3.8 9mm. I tried both speed loaders and I am leaning towards the use of the Maglula. Once you get your rhythm down, it goes quite fast with the Maglula. I am loading double stack mags so the ETS speed loader is a little cumbersome but not bad. Perhaps when it is used more it will work easier. Like the Maglula, just have to get use to it.
Protip: make sure the ETS loader is lubed up well, save your caddies and put your loose ammo in them and store in your ammo box. Ets is a great loader. If you’re loading 45 or 380 then you typically dont have many rounds to load anyway lol. Stay safe 🤞🏼
Funny thing... I've got both .45 ACP and 9mm. My Mag-Lula takes care of both of these calibers, where as ETS wants me to buy 2 different loaders. By using the Mag-Lula, I can also do a quick visual inspection of my ammo, as I load the mags. BTW, also works for my wife's .380. I'll gladly sacrifice speed in this instance.
Used my sore thumb to hit the like button.
😂😂😂
My jaw dropped when he loaded that first 10 rounds
I just came from the range after shooting for 3 hours with only 3 - 15 round mags. My sore thumb appreciates your video!
Sergio Dominguez sameeeee
Hi I have a 380 llama is there a speed loader that works on it
@@bobbarning7296 Good comment, Bob. You can use a maglula on it, realizing a .380 is also called a 9mm Short/K (German for 'kurtz' (short)
Mag up Lula is better
The UpLULA by far is my pick
Great comparison video, but I'm still a fan of the Maglula. Simple to use, reliable and don't have to mess with oil or extra parts. And the come in a variety of colors and sizes.
I don't have one, but I'm leaning that way too. my thumb is going to thank me for sure.
Very helpful/informative. My old Vietnam era thumbs are not what they used to be!
Until now, every loader i have seen required a final push of the ammo into the magazine after you raised lever. Both of these are basically one step to load. Both have their values. Thanks.
I watched this before I bought my ETS loader and still has trouble trying to load my M&P 2.0 compact. Watched the video again and caught that part where you hit the bottom of a magazine to get it seated better. I did that with my magazine and felt it fully seat and it loaded perfectly. Thanks!!
Is it still doing well for you sir
@@everettware3466 to be honest i hadn't been shooting much the past year until last weekend when i shot over 1000 rounds and was really wishing i had put that in my gear bag. I'll use it again the next time i go shooting and get and reply again to let you know if I'm still happy with it. On second thought I'll get it out now and load my empty mags.
@@everettware3466OK i got the speed loader out and i really love it. I wish I'd had it with be last weekend. I was using my uplala then or loading by hand. With the speed loader just be sure to fully seat the mag in the loader. You do have to load the ammo in which depending on how its boxed can take a little time but then you can fully load the ammo in one good push. It's really a time saver and a thumb saver. I have another for my 223 ar and it works just as well.
If you buy your ammo boxed like he shows in the video it loads really fast. Like he mentioned in the video i set the mag on my chest and push. Also do insert the mag, fully, before adding ammo to the loading rail or they'll all fall out. I did this the first time i tried it 😂
@@kctechie thank you for the reply sir, I’ll be getting one.
It doesn't work with my Hellcat at all.
Thanks for the feedback on these. I've seen videos on here where guys had trouble with the ETS and just moved on saying it doesn't work for a single stack. With some practice and a focus on making sure the mag is fully seated and aligned, it works great! So I use the ETS for all my mags including my shield, unless I'm using bulk ammo loose in a can. Thanks again!
I have both, but feel most comfortable with the Uplula. As stated, the ETS can be finicky, and takes a while to master.
I also have a Babylula, for loading .380 and .22.
still got a sore thumb from my Ruger 10/22.
I’m new to mag loaders. My sore thumb appreciates the introduction to speed loaders.
My Uplula loads my .380 and my .40 equally well.
I looked on Amazon and they sell separate ETS for .380 and 9mm/.40 and another one for .45
Great comaro sir...my wife just picked up her first semi auto pistol, she likes shooting but hates loading...ill be looking at either one of these, if not both, to help to NOT discouraging her from getting range time.
I have a Uplula and love it. Frankly, I don't think I could load my mags without it. However, after watching your video I will definitely be looking to purchase an ETS loader. Even with bulk loads (if doing several mags) I think it would be faster to load some old caddies/organizers and use the ETS than use the Uplula. On the flip side, the Uplula is definitely more portable . So while I will buy an ETS, I will not be dumping my Uplula.
i have a kimber 9mm micro,and a 9mmsccy 2 and i have yet to find a loader that fits my guns. i did buy a Ets, and it doesnt fit ,please help me in finding a loader that will fit as the Ets ,the opeaning is too small. i also bought the Kimber9mm it aont fit (too small)
I like the Maglula AND the Baby Uplula !! BOTH WORK GREAT !!!
i have like 20 of the ets speed loaders as they are my preferred becuase even if i have them not bought in caddy i put them in one for ease of access and stuff
Thank you. Just ordered a PURPLE, Maglula . My thumbs are doing The happy dance.
I got a purple Uplula as well.
Great informational video. Thanks. You can Load the bullets, by hand, right onto the rail of the ETS Loader, then plunge in the bullets. Just remember: All ETS products come with a Lifetime warranty and are 100% Guaranteed. ETS has great Customer Service and really listen and take feedback from their customers.
My wife and I both have the Maglula and we love them, have never failed ,,, even getting that pesky 17th round into the p 320 mag. that you can barely do by hand, Great video
I have a sig p320 and it has a 15 round mag and the maglula. Will not let me get and extra cartridge in no matter how hard I try.
@@robertivey3268 I have a 12 rnd 365 mag that is very hard to get the 12th round in, it almost feels like the case will get bent.
Hello. I'm very interested in getting it buy I don't see it anywhere on Amazon
Thanks for the info. Just looking for inexpensive Chanukah gifts. Have the mag loader, but my wife saw the ETS and asked me. Looks very cool, although I don't keep boxes/trays. Still going to think about it.
I bought the ETS gen 2 for 9mm. It really does work as shown. Note at first it was really difficult to use, you gotta break it in a bit first and the polymer wears in where the rounds rub and feed. After several dozen uses it gets alot easier to use like they demonstrate.
Needed to hear this. Got one today and am ready to Trash it! Thanks for sharing
@@highdesertbloomz7012 I got mine over the weekend, and I felt the same way. I thought maybe I was doing something wrong.
If it starts loading as easily as it does in this video, I'll be a happy shooter!
Got my ets over a month ago and still haven't got one bullet in 3 different clips for my glock 40
How does it not bend the edges of the mag as each round goes in?
@@MrMoon-jt3hs There's a ramp designed into it so they sort of slide in. Honestly it takes alot of hand strength to use as they show. Add some gun lube to the loader to help it break in at first.
Thanks so much for your easy to understand how to! I am a first time gun buyer and in getting ready for a CPL class tomorrow, I wanted to load a couple of magazines. It was so hard by hand, but I couldn't figure out how to use the magazine loader. It seemed like it didn't work. Your video helped so much in that I didn't know that I had to let up a bit on the loader so the end could clear the back and be pushed down-yay!
Magazines get easier to load by hand if you leave freedom seeds in them to loosen the tension on the spring. These speed loaders are nice to have but sometimes you just want to feel that brass pressing into your thumb a bit
I own both for the ideas that you covered so well -- good job!
Great video. You are an amazing instructor. Thanks for all the tips and honest review of both products. I've decided to purchase both. Again thanks for taking the time to help others!
Best review for showing how to work the units and the comparison between the two. It was recommended that I get the Maglula, and I found it to work great after I saw your video -- paper instructions were not clear -- I needed a video. They are both good depending upon what you have.
Phillip! Thank you! Great lesson! This is the first time I've looked in to a faster way to load ammunition. That single bullet load is a PAIN! I didn't even know that sort of thing existed. You answered tons of questions I had. You have made my purchasing decision so much quicker and easier... Thank you again... Mark
I am a confimed Uplula user. It also loads .380 magazines just fine.
Jack M sigle stack .380 mags ? Cause I was thinking of buying the 9mm version and since .380 is very similar was thinking it might work
Friend where did you buy it ?
I'm very interested in getting that loader but unfortunately can't find it anywhere on Amazon
I have the ETS mag loader and I love it. It works very well with my magazines EXCEPT for the Beretta APX 40 S&W. The first time I used it, the magazine got hung up inside the loader and had to get some help pulling the mag out. So I am getting the Uplula for the Beretta. I also noticed that when I loaded my single stack XD-E magazines that it will wobble side to side. It loaded, however I have to make sure I have the magazine "stable" as I load it.
Good review. Showed plus and minus for both as well as various applications. Well done.
I wonder just how quickly you could put individual rounds into the feeder. That’d still be easier than hand loading mags. And it might be faster than loading using the Uplula.
Wife got it for me this year for christmas.. big hint for me was to make sure you push down on the lever
Best review and instructions I've seen yet. Good job.
it's crazy how they can just go down in the magazine, when you try to push them straight down by hand, they won't go, you have to push down and slide them in, crazy how it works. very nice!
the ets is forcing the cartridges past the feedlips so I wonder if that will eventually bend them outward and let the cartridges come out. The well made mags are made stronger at the feedlips than some of the other brands.
I personally visited this range!!!! Coming from NY the staff and and the building is just top notch!!!!!
Thank you! My new pistol came with a quick loader. It works but I was looking for something a little easier to use.
I'll keep an eye on prices and pick one up when they are on special.
I bought the Maglula at a gun show I use it for my 9mm and 380 my thumbs do not hurt after loading multiple mags
Your video was Exactly what I needed because I'm looking for a speed loader for my Glock 34. Thank you
I tried using the speed loader for 9mm/.40cal today. I did not have a good experience. I believe it was because I had 9mm steel casing. It did not work at all. Later when I got home I tried with my .40 with brass casing and had limited success. I could only get three rounds loaded at a time. Yes I lubricated it the feeder.
I got a purple Uplula. Which is another thing it has over the ETS: colors. ETS only comes in black. Black is fine, but I like color. Also, there is no maintenance with the Uplula. ETS was designed for Glock mags, which it does fine with. Very useful for the fun stick. But it is finicky with my Walther mags. If I could only have one, it would be the Uplula. If I have a choice, which I do (I have both), I start with the ETS and use it until it jams. (Make absolutely sure the mag is seated correctly.)
best video by far comparing the two heavy hitters in loaders....takeaway is: own them both cuz you'll need them both for different reasons,and youu are right.
I'm glad to see YOUhad good luck w/ that ETS speed loader. When loading
.40 mags, that thing sucks.
I’m going for both! Thanks for the detailed demonstrations!
My Mag Loader can bring me a Coffee and also carries my Ammo Box.
Mine also shoots her own guns!
Next trick, lunch
You're wife is an idiot
Does she have a sister?
Grandchildren are Great for this
Just started to use my ETS and it is great. I had to oil the rails and practice it a bit but it is by far the fastest way to load a magazine. I also have the Mag Lula and it is great especially for loose ammo. They are both great and really save your thumbs.
I have both those loaders. The ETS doesn't work with my Hellcat RDP at all. The Upula does and it works with every other mag I have right on through 460 Rowland. I sent the ETS back for a refund, we'll see how good their guarantee really is.
Confirmed, Hellcat is a no go with the ETS. I am curious as to why. There must be an angle in the ramp that just puts it out of alignment with the mag. I fussed with it for far too long but couldnt figure out a nod or fix to get it to work
I have both loaders, but I've gravitated to the Uplula. More intuitive, less finicky. If you can only have one, this is it.
I have found that the ETS is a little finicky there are some double stack magazines that I just cannot load with it.some of the double stack magazines and I have are too thick and they won't go inand others you have to push extremely hard even when properly lubricated. I can also testif that if you have your hand in the wrong spot you will end up with a giant blood blister because it will pinch you hard. However when it does work with the various magazines that I have it is fast and slick.
I own the ETS and tried the Maglula. The ETS is really persnickety. I will have to try the oil idea because it basically stopped working all together. I think I did a few hundred rounds before it wouldn't go in any magazine I tried (M&P9, M&P40, Sig P226, VP9). You really gotta cram them in, and it flipped rounds a few times. While I'm overwhelmed at the speed it can load rounds, it does you no good if it's too hard to get the ammo in.
The Maglula on the other hand was less physical effort to load but was obviously slower. How much slower? Maybe in the seconds range, but but not by much. It's 10X better than hand loading.
In the end, I agree with having both, but only if the ETS malfunctions and you need a backup. If you're tired and wiped out then the 'Lula shines. It's solid and worth every penny but I certainly prefer the ETS. Again, fingers crossed the oiling trick works because I have something like 13 magazines to load (including two 32rd mags) and that job sucks by hand!
one plus to the uplula over the ets is those last 3 rounds in a tight mag etc seems to push back and the lula pushes in
I have the Maglula and like it alot. I think the ETS would be great for those states that have a 10 round limit for magazines.
You can just add more rounds and load it again... its not just for 10 rounds...
Of course, but if you ONLY have 10 round mags you just scoop them up and jam them in without counting. If you've got 15 and 18 round mags you have to count and get rid of rounds to make sure you don't accidently try to over fill the magazine and potentially damage something
Thank you, Philip. You provided some great information and demonstrated the features of each very well! I have the Uplula loader and needed a refresher on how to properly use it for my Springfield handgun.
Used the ETS on 15 round and 17 round mags for S&W mp2.0 9m as well as Baby Desert Eagle flawlessly! Great producr.
I ordered one after watching yours and another review. I received it and oiled it per instructions. I couldn't pick up more than 5 rounds, then I had to slide them down since they bind in the rail. Next I picked up 3 more rounds, finally the last 2. A lot of work. I tried about 10 times on 2 different Grand Power P1 mags. It wouldn't load. I tried it on a S&W 9mm mag and finally got it to load. Wish mine worked like yours.
Great Vid on these loaders. Thanks for the comments from everyone to let me know the ETS is difficult at first. I do prefer the maglula as most of my ammo is in bulk.
Thanks
The ETS is wonderful IF you have of the correct caliber and the ammo is stored in those plastic caddies. The Uplula has the edge in versatility.......
I’ve had the maglula for years. I can zone out and watch tv while loading all my pistol clips from my box of bullets. Muscle memory without thinking is fine.
I’m buying the ETS right now though. Just for the speed alone.
Ok. I got an ETS for my 5.56. Just buy it. It’s sick. Loads 30 count magpul magazines (10x3) w/o thinking of scratching your thumb 30 times x 10 mags per shoot
Exceptional video. I was having trouble loading and I think yr video explained it well.
Excellent video! Very good demonstration. I’m getting an ets mag loader.
you pretty much hit the nail on the head..since they are so cheap, having both is worth it.
I also just tried the uplula with my Single stack 380 and it worked fine. They also make an insert for it if you want to do single stack more easily
I watched this after I ordered an ets loader. Now I know how to use it. Thanks for the information!
Great review! Thank you for this. I personally prefer the UpLula/Maglula. Two thumbs up
I am so happy you posted this Video
This is a life changer....I love mine.
Thanks for Sharing
Regarding speed the ETS is the winner, hands down, BUT for narrower single stack mags it can be difficult to use unless the magazine is perfectly centered. I made some shims out of cardboard to narrow the opening before inserting my G2S mags; the mag is more likely centered and easier to load.
The ETS works with loose ammo too. Putting the rounds in the rail one by one is still faster and easier than the maglula. ETS also released a gen 2 which centers single stack magazines
thanks Phillip < this video was very helpful
I've only used the uplula & I love it (9mm double stack)
I use the maglula to load everything. Double stack, single stack, 22 and up. It’s been modified to fit 22 (metal beak/tab narrowed) to fit 22’s but still works on everything else. This was a must for CZ Kadet mags. The only thing it won’t do are the sig 322 mags for some reason.
I have both. ETS says it doesnt hurt your feed lips but it did on my HK USP as well as not a smooth load, and unlike this video, it didnt want to load my 15 round M&P 2.0 compact 9mm mags very well. It loaded my glock mags well but again I noticed marks in the feed lips Like you state, if you buy loose ammo its really not that much faster because you have to load the loader one at a time. I love the Maglula. I load any caliber for any gun. Single stack, Double stack....makes no difference. 380 to 45 makes no difference. Compact and easy to use with no damage what so ever to your magazines. Maglula for me. ETS makes a 223 loader that is the shit. No complaints with that one.
Thanks for the video man. I was comparing the Caldwell, the ETS and the Maglula, and the Maglula is the best option for me. Very helpful.
Thank you. Great presentation. You showed me everything I wanted know.
uplula, #1 as I as I store my reloads in an ammo can also. I also use a toggle loader for my Colt style SMG mags that works great. Of course I still have the garden variety compression loaders that also save the thumbs.
I finally got it to work for the EC9S, but I had to pry up the mag holder so it could snap in, & then it always loads all but the last round, which stays loose. I need to put a extra round in the loader to completely load the mag
I saw you do the Sig P320 and that worked flawlessly. I tried it with my Sig P320 mags and it fails every time. I oiled it just like you suggested but no joy. The mag is in solidly and I did it exactly like you did with the mag solidly on my chest. Any ideas???
What a game changer. I really need to get a speed loader for my rifle and pistol mags.
I carry both in my range bag. That way if I have a tray or loose rounds I have it covered. Both work great.
Just bought the ETS, and I need a ton of pressure to load the magazine(Sig P365). Brand new gun, by the way. So it may just need some working on it. But with your P226 magazine demonstration, I'm optimistic it will get better.
I use the uplula and love it saves my thumb.
I have the Maglula, and it's much better than, using your thumbs. I agree on having both.
Just bought an UpLULA. Much better than the cheap 12$ loader I had off of Amazon. Very easy to use with my P365 mags.
My P365 mags are a bitch to load, even with the included speed loader. I ordered UpLULAs for me and a P365-owning friend.
Maglula's Uplula Loader is the best I have ever found. I have used it on Every pistol caliber from 380 to 45 works on Any magazine, including single stack with the small extra plate for single stack. The only other loader I use is one for rifle mags.
I just got an ETS speedloader to use for my S&W SD40VE. It works, but not near as easily as in this video. It is taking quite a bit of pressure to get the cartridges to load in the magazine. I hope this gets easier as the loader gets broke-in. Instructions say to oil it, which I did, and that probably will not be necessary after about 500 rounds. I sure hope it get easier. I also got the UpLula and that works great.
grease the plastic pusher on the ets like he does in the video.
@@charleswittmer2477 I did grease it
I just bought a new Smith&Wesson MP Shield 45 cal and the 2 magazines have springs that are so stiff I could barely load them. Bought the Maglula and it works great.
Way COOL! I can’t wait to get my Maglula (Up) for my Para Ordinance .45 ACP...
I have both in my range bag. Love the speed of the ETS however, I've found that certain ammo trays work better that others. If the rounds fit in the tray loosely then the ETS has a difficult time picking them up. I've also found the ETS does not like the Springfield Hellcat mags, but it works great with my XD mags. Different tools for different jobs.
Thank you for confirming the Hellcat. That's the only gun we own at the moment and I had tried everything to get it to work. I sent it back assuming we probably just got a bad one.
I bought the Uplula after slicing a nice dent in my thumb when loading a double stack 9mm. It works well with 9mm and .45 . It fits in my range bag and is quick and easy. I have not tried the ETS, but from the video it’s over kill for loading 3 mags at a time.
Very well explained...👏👏👏
Back to Basics👍🏻
I have the Maglula loader and just bought the ETS. I haven't used the ETS yet but I love my Uplula loader. Great comparison and very informative video. Thank you!!!
Good video and never seen these, now to buy.
I couldn’t get em to work on my Sig or Ruger mags. They did give me my money back. Worth a try maybe mine were defective but they didn’t argue or make any suggestions just gave me my money back. 👍🏼
Nice video. That’s really good information and going to buy both.
The closest I get to guns is through videogames but this looks so much fun with all the equipment and gear surrounding firearms. Nice review.
Bought an Ets over 6 months ago. Works on my Canik 18 rd mags, Glock, Creed, and Ppq. Fast, simple and has functioned flawless.
I save my plastic trays for when I buy loose pack ammo- not just because of my ETS loader, but it's easier to count rounds and I'm kinda OCD about numbers, lol. I have a maglula type as well that I use for steel ammo (doesn't work well in the ETS) that does pretty good too- it's the ASAP from Butler Creek. Works the same way
Great mag selection for testing. Very impressed
Getting older but new to the shooting range I need one now.
Yeah, me too! I just picked up the Maglula at Academy. World of difference. The loader that came with my Springfield 9mm wildcat was terrible. Looking into the ETS Loader as well.
I have both the 9mm & the .45 loader and I could not get either to work after numerous a attempts until I watched the video again. The crucial step is the placement of the loader against his chest with the ammunition pointing up! Until I noticed this aspect of the video, I had tried it only by placing the butt of the magazine on a flat surface and pushing down. It failed nearly very time in this position by jamming right on that inclined surface that he mentions.
I recently bought both the maglula and the ETS C.A.M speed loader. I am shooting the Springfield XDM Elite Compact 3.8 9mm. I tried both speed loaders and I am leaning towards the use of the Maglula. Once you get your rhythm down, it goes quite fast with the Maglula. I am loading double stack mags so the ETS speed loader is a little cumbersome but not bad. Perhaps when it is used more it will work easier. Like the Maglula, just have to get use to it.
I've got the UpLULA and the ETS. My gun is a Springfield "Helcat" 9mm. The UpLULA works great, but the ETS will not load the Helcat magazine.
Thanks a lot. I have a Springfield X9.
Thank you ......i just got he Hellcat, and wasn't sure which way to go
Protip: make sure the ETS loader is lubed up well, save your caddies and put your loose ammo in them and store in your ammo box. Ets is a great loader. If you’re loading 45 or 380 then you typically dont have many rounds to load anyway lol. Stay safe 🤞🏼
Funny thing... I've got both .45 ACP and 9mm. My Mag-Lula takes care of both of these calibers, where as ETS wants me to buy 2 different loaders. By using the Mag-Lula, I can also do a quick visual inspection of my ammo, as I load the mags. BTW, also works for my wife's .380. I'll gladly sacrifice speed in this instance.
@@r.l.harvey996 I'm using a BabyUpLULA for my PPK; I just ordered an UpLULA for my 9mms and double-stack .380.
The Maglula also fit's into my mag pouch, an old gas mask bag.