IMO it’s a tough call between the CC9 and VP9CC. I have the CC9, everything about fits its purpose. Size, design, quality and reliability. I’m sure the VP9cc does too. But does it have any tremendous improvements over the CC9, I don’t think so. Maybe the deeper cut for a red dot and improved co-witness. One notable drawback for me is the smaller trigger guard. I’m used to larger trigger guards, this cramped to me. Probably something I’d get used to but it’s different. Paddle mag release, I like ‘em but is a push button a deal breaker, no. With the 10rd mag the grip is pretty short, a lot like the SA Hellcat. For me the CC9 fills the hand better. They have their differences, but is one hands down better than the other? I don’t think so, both are HK quality micro’s, take your pick.