CS2 Budget Knives
Cheapest Knife in CS2
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Every knife type ranked by its cheapest live listing. All knives share identical stats — the price is pure fashion, so here's the least you can pay for each model right now.
Knife Types, Cheapest First
| # | Knife | Cheapest Finish | From | Priced Finishes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shadow Daggers | Black Laminate | $33.69 | 36 |
| 2 | Navaja Knife | Rust Coat | $33.74 | 25 |
| 3 | Kukri Knife | Safari Mesh | $34.77 | 12 |
| 4 | Paracord Knife | Rust Coat | $35.55 | 25 |
| 5 | Survival Knife | Safari Mesh | $35.99 | 25 |
| 6 | Gut Knife | Boreal Forest | $38.92 | 36 |
| 7 | Bowie Knife | Rust Coat | $39.89 | 36 |
| 8 | Huntsman Knife | Safari Mesh | $43.42 | 36 |
| 9 | Ursus Knife | Rust Coat | $44.99 | 25 |
| 10 | Falchion Knife | Rust Coat | $46.86 | 36 |
| 11 | Classic Knife | Safari Mesh | $51.47 | 12 |
| 12 | Nomad Knife | Safari Mesh | $58.00 | 25 |
| 13 | Flip Knife | Safari Mesh | $87.44 | 36 |
| 14 | Skeleton Knife | Boreal Forest | $94.98 | 25 |
| 15 | Bayonet | Scorched | $103.86 | 36 |
| 16 | Stiletto Knife | Safari Mesh | $104.91 | 25 |
| 17 | Talon Knife | Boreal Forest | $169.40 | 25 |
| 18 | M9 Bayonet | Boreal Forest | $233.06 | 36 |
| 19 | Karambit | Safari Mesh | $321.62 | 36 |
| 20 | Butterfly Knife | Forest DDPAT | $366.88 | 36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest knife in CS2?
Right now the cheapest way into a real knife is the Shadow Daggers — its Black Laminate finish starts at $33.69. The full ranking above updates with each price snapshot; prices are dated 28 Oct 2026.
Why are budget knives so cheap?
Price follows demand, not function — every knife deals identical damage. Models like the Gut, Navaja, and Shadow Daggers are cheap because their looks are less popular, and dark camo-style finishes on any model cost less than clean, bright ones.
Did knife prices drop after the trade-up update?
Yes — since the October 2025 update let Covert trade-up contracts output knives, entry-level knife prices compressed across most models, with the budget tier hit hardest. Premium models like the Karambit and Butterfly held their value better.
Is a cheap knife worth it?
If you want the knife animations and inspects, yes — that's the whole product. As an investment, budget knives are the weakest holders of value and the least liquid at resale, so buy one to use, not to flip.