Cheapest CS2 Knives in 2026: Every Knife Under $100 with Real Prices
Every CS2 Knife Under $100 (March 2026)
You don't need thousands of dollars for a CS2 knife. As of March 2026, there are over 50 knife skins under $100 based on Buff163 market prices. Here's the complete list, ranked by trading volume (how easy they are to buy and sell).
Top 10 Budget Knives by Popularity
These are the most-traded knives under $100 — meaning they're easy to buy, sell, and trade:
| # | Knife | Price | Monthly Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ★ Survival Knife (Vanilla) | $65 | 2,804 trades |
| 2 | ★ Huntsman Knife | Freehand (FT) | $83 | 2,552 trades |
| 3 | ★ Paracord Knife (Vanilla) | $67 | 2,475 trades |
| 4 | ★ Shadow Daggers | Autotronic (FT) | $60 | 2,351 trades |
| 5 | ★ Shadow Daggers | Bright Water (FT) | $50 | 2,188 trades |
| 6 | ★ Navaja Knife (Vanilla) | $51 | 1,909 trades |
| 7 | ★ Shadow Daggers | Black Laminate (FT) | $50 | 1,865 trades |
| 8 | ★ Navaja Knife | Rust Coat (BS) | $50 | 1,864 trades |
| 9 | ★ Shadow Daggers | Freehand (FT) | $58 | 1,842 trades |
| 10 | ★ Huntsman Knife | Bright Water (FT) | $71 | 1,731 trades |
The Absolute Cheapest: Under $55
If you want the cheapest possible CS2 knife, here are the most affordable options:
| Knife | Price |
|---|---|
| ★ Navaja Knife | Safari Mesh (FT) | $49 |
| ★ Navaja Knife | Forest DDPAT (FT) | $50 |
| ★ Shadow Daggers | Black Laminate (FT) | $50 |
| ★ Shadow Daggers | Bright Water (FT) | $50 |
| ★ Navaja Knife | Rust Coat (BS) | $50 |
| ★ Navaja Knife | Scorched (FT) | $50 |
| ★ Shadow Daggers | Black Laminate (BS) | $50 |
| ★ Navaja Knife | Boreal Forest (FT) | $51 |
| ★ Navaja Knife | Night Stripe (FT) | $51 |
The cheapest CS2 knife in March 2026 is the Navaja Knife | Safari Mesh (Field-Tested) at $49. For just one dollar more you can get several other options.
Best Budget Knife by Type
Best Navaja Knife (From $49)
The Navaja is the cheapest knife type in CS2. Great flip animation, compact design. The Safari Mesh at $49 is the entry point, but the Rust Coat ($50) has a unique patina look that many prefer.
Best Shadow Daggers (From $50)
Shadow Daggers are the second cheapest type. Dual-wield animation looks cool. Black Laminate ($50) and Bright Water ($50) are the best value picks — clean look at minimum price.
Best Gut Knife (From $58)
The Gut Knife gets a bad reputation but offers some of the best-looking finishes at budget prices. The Autotronic (FT) at $58 has a striking red/black look that punches above its price.
Best Survival Knife ($65)
The vanilla Survival Knife at $65 is one of the best overall budget picks — highest trading volume of any knife under $100, clean look, and easy to resell.
Trading Tips for Budget Knives
- Stick to high-volume skins — the top 10 list above shows knives that trade 1,700+ times per month. These are liquid and easy to flip.
- Vanilla (no skin) knives hold value better because there's only one version — no float or pattern variation.
- Field-Tested is the sweet spot — cheapest wear that still looks decent.
- Sell on CSBoard for 0% fees — Steam Market takes 15% of your budget knife's value. On CSBoard you keep every dollar.
Where to Buy Budget Knives
Browse all CS2 knives sorted by price on CSBoard. Filter by knife type, price range, and wear. Trade P2P with real players — zero fees.
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