Brand update (May 1, 2026): Partisan Triggers officially rebranded as The Triggered Company. Same manufacturing, ownership, and warranties carry over, the only thing changing is the name on the box. The Disruptor itself is unchanged and remains the best-selling FRT trigger for good reason. At $299.99 MAP it delivers reliable forced reset functionality with true drop-in installation and proven reliability through 6,000+ rounds of documented testing. Read our full Disruptor review for detailed performance data.

New: Disruptor w/ Ambi ($324.99).Triggered Company now sells a Disruptor variant bundled with the new SBW (Swings Both Ways) ambidextrous selector pre-installed, available in green or black. This directly addresses the original Disruptor's biggest ergonomic complaint, the oversized non-ambi selector, for a $25 premium over the standard kit. If you're left-handed or run a switch-shoulder doctrine, this is the Disruptor SKU to buy. The standalone SBW selector is also sold separately for upgrading existing units, alongside the new OOPS (Original One Piece) mil-spec-form-factor selector.

Why It Wins: The cassette-style design drops into any mil-spec lower with just a torx wrench for the included anti-walk pins. The 3-position selector (Safe, Semi, Enhanced) lets you switch between standard semi-auto and forced reset. The reset is clean and consistent. Note that the semi-auto break is noticeably gritty out of the box, worse than a milspec FCG, though it may improve with break-in. (If semi-mode pull quality matters more to you, see the new LAT trigger below.)

Watch Out For: The semi-auto trigger feel is a trade-off at this price. Only a 1-year warranty. Compatibility issues reported with SIG MCX (light primer strikes) and PSA AR-V 9mm PCC (ejection issues). M16-cut lowers may require staking an internal screw. Requires H2 buffer minimum with H3 recommended for barrels under 16 inches.

Best For:First-time FRT buyers, budget-conscious shooters, standard DI and piston AR-15 builds. Choose the $324.99 ambi variant if ambidextrous selector ergonomics matter; choose the standard $299.99 SKU if you don't need it.

The Triggered Company launched the LAT on May 2, 2026 as a match-grade alternative to the Disruptor. It is a 3-position forced reset trigger built around two specific upgrades the Disruptor critics have asked for: a significantly improved semi-mode pull, addressing the gritty break that has been the Disruptor's biggest weakness, and a new ARSE mode (Assisted Reset Semi-Enhanced) that gives the shooter variable rate-of-fire control instead of a single fixed cyclic.

Pricing & Availability: $349.99 standalone (red only) or $374.99 bundled with the SBW ambidextrous selector. Available direct from Triggered Company starting May 2, 2026; dealer availability begins June 2026. The standalone red colorway is the only finish option for now.

Best For: Disruptor owners who want a cleaner semi-auto break, competitive shooters who want variable cyclic control via ARSE mode, and anyone who prioritizes trigger feel over saving $50. The Disruptor remains the better entry point at $299.99; the LAT is the upgrade for shooters who use the trigger in semi mode more often than forced reset.

Hands-on review pending. We'll publish a head-to-head Disruptor vs LAT comparison once we've put rounds through both. Subscribe below to get it first.

The AS Designs Arc-Fire V2 went on sale April 10, 2026 and started shipping April 15, replacing the original Arc-Fire as the cutting edge of forced reset selector technology. The V2 is a complete redesign rather than an iteration: AS Designs rebuilt the internal geometry with larger ARC cam surfaces, a smoother detent track, and reduced system drag, resulting in a more tactile reset and cleaner cycling during sustained rapid fire. V2 components are not backward compatible with V1 units. Read our Arc V2 SHOT Show 2026 announcement for the full feature breakdown and 5,000+ round pre-release test results.

Why It Wins: The Arc-Fire V2 ships in four SKUs at the same $249.99 price point: three ambidextrous kits with 0/45/90, 0/45/180, or 0/90/180 throw configurations, plus a non-ambi 0/90/180 kit. Mil-spec selector levers (both primary and ambi sides) are now included by default instead of being an add-on like on V1. ARC components use M2 tool steel with DLC coating; selectors are 4140 steel with black oxide. Platform support spans 10+ systems including AR-15, AR-10/.308 lowers, CMMG Banshee, SIG MCX/MPX/Dissent, Grand Power Stribog, MP5, G3/HK91, HK MR556/MR762, JAKL, and Kuna, with the appropriate Slip Trip Kit for non-AR platforms. Trigger compatibility covers mil-spec, Geissele SSA/SSA-E/SSA-X/SD3G, ALG, BCM PNT, PSA EPT, Aero, CMMG, and Anderson.

Watch Out For:Incompatible with LaRue MBT-2S, CMC Single Stage, and Rise Armament RA-140 triggers. Like all FRS systems, it requires practice to master the ARC mode. The learning curve is slightly steeper than full FRT triggers since you're working with your existing trigger feel. That said, the V2 is notably less finicky than V1 and the Atrius FRS, and users running pre-release units consistently report it cycles cleaner right out of the box. Day-one stock is limited and AS Designs blocks shipping to 15 restricted states plus DC.

Best For:Multi-platform shooters, those with premium triggers they want to keep, anyone running MCX, MPX, SCAR, MP5, HK MR556/762, or B&T platforms. Read our full ARC-Fire review for 400-round test results on the SIG MCX Spear LT (V1 unit, but the fundamentals carry over to V2).

The Atrius FRS was one of the first forced reset selectors to market and remains a solid option. At $249 it's the most affordable FRS, with a mechanically leveraged design that reduces stress on your rifle compared to full FRT triggers. Read our full Atrius FRS review for detailed analysis.

Why Consider It: Ambidextrous design with crisp 90-degree engagement. Heat-treated 4140 steel construction. Drop-in installation with standard mil-spec fire control groups. Three modes: Safety, Semi, and Full-Semi with instant trigger reset.

Watch Out For: AR-15 only (no multi-platform support like Arc-Fire). Single throw option (90-degree). Works with mil-spec and Geissele super safe cut triggers only, no broader aftermarket trigger compatibility. Trigger tail requires minor material removal for cam engagement. The Atrius is also known to be finicky to get running properly; expect more tinkering and tuning compared to the Arc-Fire before it runs reliably.

Best For: AR-15 shooters on a budget who want to preserve their existing trigger, those prioritizing reduced rifle wear.

New for May 2026, G-Lever: Atrius released the G-Lever ($269), an ambidextrous variant that drops into a stock Geissele SSA, SSA-E, or G2S trigger without the super safety cut. If you already run a Geissele two-stage and do not want to file the trigger tail, the G-Lever is the Atrius to buy.

The Mars Super Safety is the most affordable forced reset selector on the market at $139. Like the Arc-Fire and Atrius, the Mars replaces your safety selector and works with your existing mil-spec trigger. The 3-position selector (Safe, Semi, Enhanced Semi) uses the bolt carrier's movement to mechanically reset the trigger for faster follow-up shots.

Why Consider It: At $139 the Mars is nearly half the price of the Arc-Fire and Atrius. The 4140 alloy steel construction is solid, and installation is straightforward since you keep your existing trigger. For shooters who want to try forced reset without a major investment, the Mars is the lowest-risk entry point.

Watch Out For: AR-15 only with no multi-platform support. Requires mil-spec fire control group. Not ambidextrous. Less community documentation and aftermarket support compared to Arc-Fire or Atrius. 2-week lead time on orders.

Best For: Budget-conscious AR-15 shooters who want to try forced reset at the lowest cost, those running a standard mil-spec trigger.

For deeper technical detail, check out our Super Safety & FRT Guide, which covers how forced reset systems work, lower receiver compatibility (with an interactive checker), installation, buffer tuning, and includes a ROF calculator to measure your burst RPM. For standard trigger comparisons, see our AR Trigger Guide.

All forced reset systems share the same goal: mechanically reset the trigger against the shooter's finger as the bolt carrier group cycles. The firearm remains semi-automatic with one trigger function per round. The difference is that the trigger resets at the speed of the BCG rather than waiting for manual release, allowing cyclic rates of 1,000-1,200 RPM.

There are two approaches to achieving this:

• FRT (Forced Reset Trigger): Replaces your entire fire control group with a self-contained trigger unit. The Triggered Company Disruptor and the new LAT trigger are full trigger assemblies. More consistent operation, but accelerates internal wear since the entire trigger mechanism cycles at high speed.
• FRS (Forced Reset Selector / Super Safety): Replaces only your safety selector and works with your existing mil-spec trigger. The AS Designs Arc-Fire V2, Atrius FRS, and Mars Super Safety take this approach. Preserves trigger longevity, costs less, and installs faster since you keep your existing FCG.

Neither type is a binary trigger (which fires on pull and release) or a bump stock (which requires forward pressure). Forced reset systems are a distinct category of semi-automatic mechanism.

Both FRT triggers and FRS selectors are federally legal following the May 2025 DOJ settlement acknowledging they are not classified as machine guns under the National Firearms Act. The settlement resolved litigation surrounding the Rare Breed FRT-15 and established precedent for all forced reset mechanisms.