smokiniron, you're correct. The XD/XDm use John Browning's grip angle that he researched more than some may realize. Most combat pistols use the same angle which Ruger has always done. The Mark I, II, III .22 LR pistols use the Luger angle as Glock does. Raising a pistol overhead in the dark or with your eyes closed and bringing it to bare, then opening your eyes: the Browning grip angle is much more likely to be concluded by the alignment of the sights compared to the Luger angle by most shooters.
My Ruger recommendation withstanding, I'll state that the XD Service Compact with a 4" barrel and shortened grip would be an excellent choice and since the introduction of the XDm and later the XDs, XD prices have continued a trend of getting lower in price. But one must realize that XD .45 ACPs will not reliably function with LSWC bullets and that may or may not be a concern for someone looking for an excellent carry pistol.
