By Self Defense Stun Guns Team. Updated September 12, 2026. Every pick was in stock at the listed price when this was updated.
"Taser" is a brand for a device that fires two tethered probes; a stun gun has fixed contacts and must touch. People say Taser for both. This sets out the difference and shows what buyers choose. This site sells stun guns only. Browse the stun guns collection.
| Stun gun | TASER device | |
|---|---|---|
| Works by | Contact | Probes on wires, to about 15 ft |
| Price | $13 to $42 here | Several hundred dollars plus cartridges |
| Size | Keychain to baton | Pistol-shaped |
| Reload | Rechargeable, no consumables | One cartridge per shot |
| Rules | Vary by state and city | Vary, sometimes separately |
Quick comparison
| # | Pick | Price | Mechanism / material | Blade / weight | Overall | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shadow Anchor Squeeze-Ready Ring Stun Gun - Midnight Black | $21.99 | ||||
| 2 | Silent Arc Everyday Stun Gun Keychain - Midnight Black | $18.99 | a first purchase or a spare | |||
| 3 | Shadow Reach TripleStun Protection Baton - Black Metal | $41.99 |
How we ranked these
Every product on selfdefensestunguns.com carries a 30-day order score recalculated daily from real orders across our store network. The picks below are the in-stock items with the highest score on the day of the last update, in that order, and each one is checked against its listed specifications. This is not a hands-on torture test and nothing here is sponsored; it is what buyers chose with their own money, explained.
What buyers choose
1. Shadow Anchor Squeeze-Ready Ring Stun Gun - Midnight Black
Squeeze-grip, the best-seller.
| Price | about $21.99 |
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2. Silent Arc Everyday Stun Gun Keychain - Midnight Black
Keychain micro.
| Price | about $18.99 |
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Best for: a first purchase or a spare.
3. Shadow Reach TripleStun Protection Baton - Black Metal
Flashlight stun baton.
| Price | about $41.99 |
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Stun guns are restricted or prohibited in several states and cities. This page is not legal advice; Self Defense Supply publishes a stun gun rules-by-state guide with statute citations. Read yours before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Is a stun gun a Taser?
No. A stun gun must touch; a TASER device fires probes. TASER is a brand.
Which is better?
For most buyers a stun gun, on price and size.
Stun gun or pepper spray?
Spray at a distance, stun at contact; many carry both.
Prices are selfdefensestunguns.com prices at the time of writing and change with stock.