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BUFF163

China's largest CS2 marketplace

4.5(95,400 reviews)Founded 2018
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Seller fee

2.5%

Buyer fee

0%

Min payout

¥1

Payout time

Instant (CN bank)

Last checked: June 2026· Fees may change — verify on BUFF163 before selling.· SKIN.gg is independent and does not process trades.

Overview

BUFF163 by NetEase is the dominant marketplace in Asia and the benchmark for skin pricing worldwide. Selling requires a Chinese phone number and AliPay, which limits western users to buying via middlemen.

Expert review

Our verdict on BUFF163

4.1 / 5

Editor score

Trust & safety4.6
Fees4.9
Payouts3.5
UX3.8
Support3.6

BUFF163 sets the global price floor for CS2 skins — every other site is benchmarked against it. The 2.5% fee and unmatched liquidity make it the obvious sell-side choice if you have CN access; if you don't, you'll spend more time fighting the payout system than trading. As a buyer with a middleman, it's still the cheapest place on earth.

Bottom line: Cheapest prices anywhere. Western users can buy through middlemen, but selling is effectively CN-only.

Pros

  • Lowest prices anywhere
  • Huge selection
  • Trusted by traders worldwide

Cons

  • Chinese phone number required to sell
  • Withdrawals only to Chinese bank / AliPay
  • UI partially in Chinese

✓ Best for

  • Buyers chasing absolute lowest price
  • High-volume traders with CN access

✗ Not best for

  • Western sellers without CN bank
  • PayPal/SEPA users
  • Beginners

Supported games

CS2Dota 2

Regions

AsiaGlobal

Payout methods

AliPayBank Transfer

Safety & scam-risk notes

  • Always log in via the official URL — bookmark it, don't trust Google ads.
  • Enable Steam Mobile Authenticator before any trade. Disable Steam API keys you don't need.
  • No legitimate marketplace asks for your Steam password. BUFF163 uses Steam-API trade offers only.
  • For larger withdrawals expect KYC (ID + selfie) under EU/US AML rules.

Frequently asked questions

Is BUFF163 safe to use in 2026?+

BUFF163 has been operating since 2018 with a community rating of 4.5/5 across 95,400+ reviews. Lowest prices anywhere As with any third-party site, enable Steam Mobile Authenticator, never share API keys, and double-check the URL before signing in.

What are the fees on BUFF163?+

Sellers pay 2.5%. Buyers pay 0%. Fees can change — confirm on the platform before listing. Last checked June 2026.

How fast are payouts from BUFF163?+

Typical payout time is Instant (CN bank). Available payout methods: AliPay, Bank Transfer. Minimum payout is ¥1.

Which regions does BUFF163 support?+

BUFF163 is available in: Asia, Global.

Who is BUFF163 best for?+

Best for: Buyers chasing absolute lowest price; High-volume traders with CN access. Not best for: Western sellers without CN bank; PayPal/SEPA users; Beginners.

Does BUFF163 require KYC verification?+

Most platforms require ID verification (KYC) for larger withdrawals (typically over $1,000–$2,000 equivalent) under EU and US anti-money-laundering rules. Small cashouts usually don't require it. Check BUFF163's help center for current thresholds.

Ready to try BUFF163?

Visit the official site directly. Always confirm the URL.

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