Cheapest CS2 Knife in 2026: Every Budget Blades Ranked Under $150
- ▸The absolute cheapest CS2 knife starts at $100-$110 for low-tier finishes like Safari Mesh or Scorched
- ▸Falchion, Gut, and Shadow Daggers consistently trade under $150 even for mid-tier skins on CSBoard
- ▸Cheapest CS2 gloves pair down to $60-$80, with Driver Gloves | Convoy and Hand Wraps | Spruce DDPAT leading
- ▸CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.
CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.
Below you'll find the most affordable knife models and finishes tracked against real-time CSBoard listings. Prices are based on Field-Tested or Well-Worn floats unless noted. All trades execute through Steam's native trade system with no bot intermediaries — direct wallet-to-wallet.
Cheapest CS2 Knives: Top 7 Blades Under $150
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Falchion Knife | Safari Mesh
The consistent price-floor knife. Battle-Scarred floats dip below $100 on CSBoard.
$100-$115 - 2
Shadow Daggers | Scorched
Dual-wield animation on a budget. Field-Tested copies hover around $115.
$105-$120 - 3
Gut Knife | Boreal Forest
Classic blade shape. The green handle pairs well with cheap glove combos.
$110-$125 - 4
Navaja Knife | Urban Masked
Smallest blade but a true CS2 knife. Flip animation is distinct and fast.
$110-$130 - 5
Bowie Knife | Forest DDPAT
Massive blade size for the price. Unique inspect animation stands out.
$120-$140 - 6
Huntsman Knife | Scorched
One of the best blade-to-price ratios. Huntsman flip is popular in frag movies.
$130-$145 - 7
Flip Knife | Safari Mesh
Iconic flip-open animation. Minimal Wear copies around $150 are solid long-term holds.
$135-$150
CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.
Cheapest Knife vs. Cheapest Gloves: Quick Comparison
| Item Type | Starting Price | Popular Budget Finish | CSBoard Listing URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knife | $100-$110 | Safari Mesh / Scorched | /en/items/falchion-knife-safari-mesh |
| Gloves | $60-$80 | Driver Gloves | Convoy | /en/items/driver-gloves-convoy |
| Gloves | $70-$90 | Hand Wraps | Spruce DDPAT | /en/items/hand-wraps-spruce-ddpat |
Budget Knives Live on CSBoard Right Now
A $150 Flip Knife in Field-Tested might jump to $200 in Minimal Wear. Always check the float on inspect before buying. CSBoard listings show float ranges, and you can inspect directly through Steam before confirming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find Your Budget CS2 Knife
CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.
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