CS2 Skin Float Value and Wear Rating Explained
The Float Value factor is crucial for the look of CS2 skins and their market price. The number determines how worn a weapon is in Counter-Strike 2. There are five levels in total, and the better-looking skins are generally more popular and expensive.
Not only should you understand the basic principles of CS2 Float Value, but it is also important to know how to check this parameter for a specific skin. Such knowledge and practical skill can help you find the best deals on the CS2 marketplace.
Everything about Float Values of Counter-Strike skins is explained in this guide on DMarket Blog.
What is Float Value in CS2?
When a Counter-Strike skin is generated, it automatically receives a wear level—from a shiny, new condition to a pretty much damaged gun. Float Value is a number that reflects this wear parameter, from 0.0 to 1.0.
- 0.0: It’s the lowest possible Float Value of CS2 skins. Every item that comes with a close to zero Float Value number looks new, and its condition is almost perfect.
- 1.0: The highest Float Value number corresponds to the most worn skins in CS2. Such weapons look rather damaged.
Naturally, Float Value has nothing to do with the practical in-game features of Counter-Strike weapons. If you want to know what really matters for your progress, check out our tips on how to rank up in CS2.
How Float Value Works
The functionality of CS2 Float Value has some important aspects.
- Float Value is permanent. Once the parameter is applied to a skin, it remains in the characteristics of this item.
- Float Value is unchangeable. No external factors can affect it, such as using or removing stickers, adding CS2 charms, or even playing with a skin for a long time.
- The range of available Float Value numbers differs from skin to skin. For instance, some skin families are available only in the minimal Float Value, such as Doppler CS2 knives.
- The rarity of skins with specific Float Values can be a crucial factor to determine the market price. Some items with extremely high Float Values, which is close to 1.0, are especially rare. Therefore, they become very expensive, despite having a worn look.
- Some worn skins are subjectively more beautiful. It happens to some camouflage-like skins.
These aspects affect all the best CS2 skins in one way or another. The rarity, Float Value, and look of items all plays a part in determining the popularity of a skin among players, and the market price.
Wear Levels Explained
There are five levels of CS2 Float Value. We explain them in this section.
Factory New
These Counter-Strike skins are not worn at all. The surface is shiny, and the colors are fresh. In most situations, Factory New CS2 skins are the best-looking and the most expensive. Often, such items are pretty rare as well.
Minimal Wear
Traces of reasonable usage are visible on Minimal Wear skins. These visual effects are not significant at all, as it may be difficult to notice the scratches. The biggest part of the skin’s surface has no worn effects.
This level of Float Value is in high demand on the CS2 skins market.
Field-Tested
The worn elements are notable on the skin’s sides and corners. Scratches and small dark areas reflect some usage of these items in battles.
Field-Tested skins in Counter-Strike keep a balance of a decent look and a reasonable price.
Well-Worn
The scratches are clear, the skin’s surface loses its glossy effect, the colors are somewhat muted, and dark areas may appear all over the item.
In general, Well-Worn skins are cheaper, but that comes with obvious visual disadvantages.
Battle-Scarred
These are the most worn Counter-Strike skins. All the effects intensify with this Float Value level: shady colors, scratches, and dark stains.
Most players and traders avoid Battle-Scarred items. Their only advantage is a low price. Only some unique skins become very expensive with the Battle-Scarred Float Value. For example, AK-47 | Asiimov with a 0.99199 Float Value costs around $1,000, while the usual variants are available for around $40.
All CS2 Float Values in Detail
| Float Value Level, Exterior | Wear Range | Main Features |
|---|---|---|
| Factory New (FN) | 0.00–0.07 | The best-looking and usually the most expensive. |
| Minimal Wear (MW) | 0.07–0.15 | Only slightly worn traces, almost like new. The prices are still high. |
| Field-Tested (FT) | 0.15–0.38 | A balance of a reasonably worn look and affordable prices. |
| Well-Worn (WW) | 0.38–0.45 | The worn elements are clearly notable. |
| Battle-Scarred (BS) | 0.45–1.00 | Lots of scratches and dark areas. The cheapest price, excluding extreme Float Values. |
How to Check Float Value
It’s easy to check the Float Value of CS2 skins. Here are three common and straightforward methods.
Inspect in the Game: For Your Skins
Follow these steps if you want to know the exact Float Value of skins in your Counter-Strike inventory.
- Click Inventory on the CS2 main menu.
- Right-click the skin you want to check out.
- Select “Inspect”.
- Take a look at the info box: it includes the Float Value.
Inspect Links on DMarket: To Check Float Value Before Purchasing
If you consider purchasing a CS2 skin on DMarket, you can see its Float Value directly in the marketplace offer. It is also possible to use the Inspect link to see the skin and its characteristics directly in the game.
- Click the “i” icon on the offer you are interested in.
- Look for the “Float” field. It includes the Float Value and its position among the available levels.
- Press the “Inspect in game” button to launch CS2 and inspect your chosen skin.
Use External Online Services
Some external services provide traders and gamers with online services for checking out the Float Value.
- Steam Inventory Helper is a good example. It’s a browser extension that adds info on Float Values to CS2 skins when you look at them in a Steam inventory.
Why Float Value Matters for Skin Prices
You need to pay attention to the Float Value to not overpay for skins when you buy them—and not sell your CS2 skins too cheaply. Float Value affects skin prices via two aspects.
- Rarity. It’s a common practice of supply and demand. The fewer skins of a specific Float Value are available, the more expensive they become.
- Look. Factory New and Minimal Wear skins are commonly considered more beautiful. This causes high popularity of such items and increases their prices.
Whenever you want to buy a Counter-Strike skin, check its Float Value. Items with low numbers are rarer and more beautiful. Don’t ignore this factor; it’ll help you avoid getting a Well-Worn skin for the price of a Minimal Wear one. Comparing prices may be a good idea.
Whenever you want to sell skins, take some time to research the actual price for its Float Value. Be aware of the general demand of low Float Values. Note the uniqueness of extreme numbers: very close to 0 or 1.
Conclusion
Float Value is a numerical reflection of how worn a CS2 skin looks. The range of possible values is from 0 to 1, where 0 is the newest item and 1 is the most worn.
There are five levels of Float Values. Factory New and Minimal Wear are the most popular and the most expensive. Field-Tested come with a relatively good look and an affordable price. Well-Worn and Battle-Scarred lose in terms of appearance, but they are usually the cheapest.
Float Value extremes are possible: when very low and very high numbers create super rare and costly weapon skins. Knowing how Float Value works in CS2 is important for good market deals: to not overpay for Counter-Strike skins, and to receive an honest amount of cash for your items.
That’s all about CS2 Float Value. For more Counter-Strike 2 guides, like this one on damage prediction, stay tuned to DMarket Blog.
FAQ
Can you change the Float Value of a skin?
No, CS2 Float Value is permanent and unchangeable. It’s generated alongside the skin itself and remains in the item’s characteristics. Applying or removing stickers, playing with this skin, and other actions do not change the Float Value.
Is Float Value the same in CS:GO and CS2?
Yes, all the Counter-Strike skins were transferred from CS:GO to CS2 smoothly, including their Float Values. No practical characteristics changed in the process. The only difference between the two games is the look of some skins, thanks to better lighting of the game engine in CS2.
What is considered a “good” Float Value?
In most situations, Factory New and Minimal Wear are the best options for CS2 skins.
Factory New items are often more expensive, while Minimal Wear skins may look almost the same. These Float Values are the best for collectible purposes and for investing in CS2 skins.
What is the lowest possible Float Value in CS2?
While 0.0 is the lowest Float Value, it is practically impossible to find such a skin. The lowest known Float Value is 0.00000000010431 for M4A4 | Howl, a unique Contraband item.
What is the highest possible Float Value in CS2?
Like with the lowest Float Value, the perfect 1.0 is just impossible. The highest known Float Value is 0.9999863283634186 for P250 | Sand Dune.
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