Head-to-Head · CS2 Marketplaces
Skinport vs Waxpeer
Fees, Trustpilot scores, payment methods, and promo codes — side by side. Both platforms are reviewed independently by CSDB; referral links support the site at no cost to you.
Skinport
P2P Marketplace- Fees
- 6-12% seller fees
- Founded
- 2016
- Payments
- Bank transfer, Credit card, PayPal
CSDBUp to $6 off first purchase
Waxpeer
P2P Marketplace- Fees
- 2-5% fees
- Founded
- 2016
- Payments
- Bank transfer, PayPal, Crypto
CSDB+3% Bonus
The Verdict
This one is close: Skinport (4.3★) and Waxpeer (4★) are nearly level on trust, so fees and trading style decide it — Waxpeer is cheaper (2-5% fees), pick whichever payment methods and region fit you best.
Skinport vs Waxpeer: Spec Sheet
| Feature | Skinport | Waxpeer |
|---|---|---|
| Type | P2P Marketplace | P2P Marketplace |
| Fees | 6-12% seller fees | 2-5% fees |
| Trustpilot | 4.3★ | 4★ |
| Founded | 2016 | 2016 |
| Payment methods | Bank transfer, Credit card, PayPal, Crypto options | Bank transfer, PayPal, Crypto, E-wallets |
| Promo code | CSDB — Up to $6 off first purchase | CSDB — +3% Bonus |
| Key features | P2P marketplace · Custodial escrow · EU bank transfers | Low fees · P2P marketplace · Fast trades |
Pros & Cons
Skinport
- High Trustpilot rating
- Secure escrow system
- EU payment options
- Good seller protection
- Higher seller fees
- Limited to EU/NA
- Slower payouts
Waxpeer
- Competitive fees
- Quick trade execution
- User-friendly
- Good liquidity
- Smaller community
- Lower inventory
- Limited features
Reviews & Promo Codes
FAQ
- Is Skinport or Waxpeer better for CS2 skins?
- This one is close: Skinport (4.3★) and Waxpeer (4★) are nearly level on trust, so fees and trading style decide it — Waxpeer is cheaper (2-5% fees), pick whichever payment methods and region fit you best.
- Which has lower fees, Skinport or Waxpeer?
- Skinport charges 6-12% seller fees while Waxpeer charges 2-5% fees. Fee structures differ between P2P marketplaces (you wait for a buyer) and bot traders (instant, but priced-in margin), so compare the final quote before trading.
- Is Skinport safe? Is Waxpeer safe?
- Both are established platforms: Skinport (founded 2016) holds a 4.3★ Trustpilot rating and Waxpeer (founded 2016) holds 4★. As with any third-party trading site, enable 2FA, verify the URL, and never share your Steam credentials.