In my long search for the perfect sub carry gun, I have acquired a lot. And still have most.
Started with a G27, brick. Hated the size and bulk. Then went to a SW337 j-Frame. Perfect at the time, ultra light and small (so I sold the 27). Then I got a NAA Guardian .32, sold it for a Seecamp .32, then got a Sig P238, then a G42, then a G43. While I do have a G26, it's still a small brick (still).
Ultimately the G42 and G43 are my go to sub compact carry guns. I still have most of the above and a NAA mini in .22lr (for an ultra-ultra compact). The J-Frame is still a great gun, but in general, 6+1 9mm is better than 5 .38.