CSFloat vs Skinport: which nets sellers more?
A low fee with a tiered withdrawal against a higher fee with none — the crossover math, live at three sale sizes, plus payouts and audiences.
last reviewed · 2026-07-14
Two P2P marketplaces, two opposite fee philosophies. CSFloat charges little on the sale (2%) and takes a tiered fee when money leaves. Skinport charges more upfront (8%, dropping to 6% at $1,000) and nothing on withdrawal. Which philosophy wins depends on the amount — so here’s the live math, not a verdict-by-vibes.
The head-to-head, live
Around $100:
Best cash route beats the Steam Market by $10.55 on this sale — and the money actually leaves Steam.
Around $500:
Best cash route beats the Steam Market by $52.75 on this sale — and the money actually leaves Steam.
Around $2,000 — both platforms’ size mechanics are now active:
Best cash route beats the Steam Market by $211 on this sale — and the money actually leaves Steam.
Any other amount: the calculator applies both platforms’ mechanics automatically.
Beyond the fee math
- Payout rails: Skinport’s direct SEPA lane is the cleanest euros-in-bank route we model; CSFloat pays PayPal or crypto. If the payout form decides for you, the fee delta may not matter.
- Audience: CSFloat’s buyer base is float- and pattern-literate — premium-wear items often price better there; Skinport’s zero buyer fees keep listings competitive on the sticker.
- Withdrawal cadence: frequent small cash-outs favor Skinport (no withdrawal fee); batched, larger exits favor CSFloat’s tiers.
Full context in the standalone reviews: CSFloat · Skinport — the latter earns us nothing, reviewed to the same standard.
Bottom line
Liquid mid-range items: CSFloat usually nets more. Euros-to-bank simplicity or four-figure items near the threshold: Skinport closes the gap or wins on practicality. Check your exact amount, then sell where the number says: CSFloat → or skinport.com.
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Frequently asked questions
Which one is better for a knife or four-figure item?
Both improve with size — Skinport's rate drops above its threshold and CSFloat's withdrawal tier falls with amount — so the honest answer is the calculator's, for your exact number. The high-value guide covers everything beyond fees.