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Introduction
CS.DEALS is a trading platform focused primarily on CS2 skins and Steam items. The service officially launched on Jan. 1, 2019 , operated by VirtuTrade , with headquarters in Jyväskylä, Finland. The platform has been reviewed and verified by major third-party resources such as CSGOSKINS.GG and is generally considered reliable for real-money skin trading.
Over several years, CS.DEALS has developed into a fast, fee-efficient marketplace where users can buy, sell, and trade skins in seconds - especially appealing to users who prefer automation instead of waiting for direct peer approval.
Popularity
CS.DEALS currently holds an average rating of 4.5 / 5. Based on 454 user reviews. Approx. 90k visitors in the last 30 days.
Around 2755 unique items are listed , including 2755 active offers. Total combined CS2 skin value is estimated at $136k.
Most traffic originates from: Germany (18.94%), United States (11.56%), Russia (8.90%), Canada (6.41%), United Kingdom (4.92%).
Market Type
Unlike P2P platforms, CS.DEALS is a bot-based marketplace. Sellers must deposit items first - items are stored inside platform bots and become instantly deliverable once sold. This approach removes wait times for buyers, making purchasing significantly faster, but requires an extra step for sellers on listing.
History
Although CS.DEALS began in 2019, the business model itself evolved earlier (as far back as 2016), quickly reaching competition level with platforms like CS.MONEY and TradeIt.gg. Low fees, fast execution and heavy marketing with CS2 creators helped boost the platform’s growth.
Expansion was heavily supported through sponsored collaborations and YouTube integration, improving visibility and increasing marketplace liquidity year-by-year.
Transaction Fees
The fee system on CS.DEALS is one of the main reasons for its popularity:
- Sale fee: 2.0% - extremely low for third-party markets
- Trade bot fees: 6–15% depending on item selection
For comparison: Steam charges 15%, BUFF163 ~2.5%. Here, CS.DEALS stands as one of the cheapest CS2 selling solutions available.
Users & Reach
While global coverage continues to grow, the platform attracts regular traffic from Germany (~20% of users) and other European regions. Estimates suggest nearly 400,000 visits monthly - strong for a bot-based market and increasing over time.
Method of Trading
CS.DEALS supports three core actions: buying, selling and bot-trading.
Buying
- Sign in using your Steam account.
- Add funds to your wallet (click + beside balance).
- Select items from CS2, Rust, TF2 or DOTA 2 categories.
- Checkout - items appear in account storage.
- Withdraw to Steam inventory (trade hold may apply).
Selling
- Login via Steam and open the Sell page.
- Select items from inventory and list them publicly.
- Wait for a buyer - funds go directly to your wallet.
- Withdraw through supported payout methods.
Trading
- Navigate to the Trade page.
- Choose skins to deposit & skins to receive.
- Balance difference converts to Trade-Tokens.
- Confirm, and the bot sends trade instantly.
Advantages
- Extremely low sale fee - only 2.0%
- Very fast execution with bot-based delivery
- Screenshots + inspect tools built-in
- Supports CS2, TF2, Rust & DOTA 2 trading
- Multiple payment & withdrawal options
- High availability of popular skins
Disadvantages
- UI design looks outdated compared to modern marketplaces
- Items with trade lock require waiting even after purchase
- No Instant-Sell or Auction system
- Some items may take longer to sell
FAQ
CS.DEALS has been operating since Jan. 1, 2019 and is operated by the registered company VirtuTrade. The company is based in Jyväskylä, Finland. Key person in charge is Jani Paasikallio. Overall, it is considered a reputable third-party marketplace for CS2 skins with a solid track record.
The platform currently holds an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. This rating is based on 454 user reviews. The site attracts around 90k visits per month, which shows a high level of activity and trust from the community.
CS.DEALS charges a seller fee of 2.0% on successful sales. There are no additional buyer fees for typical marketplace purchases.
Deposits are generally processed with low or no additional fees, depending on the payment method. Withdrawal fees are relatively small and depend on the payout option if available.
The marketplace supports the following payment methods: Bitcoin, Credit Card, Cryptocurrency, Klarna, Mastercard, PayPal, SEPA, Skrill, Trustly, UnionPay, Visa, WebMoney These options usually include a mix of bank cards, e-wallets and cryptocurrencies.
You can withdraw funds using the following payout options: Bank Transfer, Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency, PayPal, SEPA.
Always make sure your payment details are correct and verify any additional requirements before requesting a withdrawal.
The marketplace focuses primarily on Counter-Strike 2 skins and items. Most tools, discounts and features are optimized specifically for CS2 trading.
The platform has users from many regions. According to traffic data, the most active countries include:
- Germany with about 18.94% of total traffic.
- United States with about 11.56% of total traffic.
- Russia with about 8.90% of total traffic.
- Canada with about 6.41% of total traffic.
- United Kingdom with about 4.92% of total traffic.
In most cases you can use the marketplace as long as Steam and the payment methods you choose are supported in your country.
Transactions are usually processed very quickly. Bot-based trades and instant deals can often be completed within a few minutes, depending on how fast the user confirms the trade in Steam.
Additional security checks such as Steam Guard confirmations or email approvals can add extra time, but these measures help keep accounts and items safe.
The platform maintains an active presence on social networks and community channels where users can ask questions and look for help. Some of the official social platforms include:
- X: https://x.com/CsDealsOfficial
- Steam: https://steamcommunity.com/groups/CsDealsOfficial
Response times can vary, but active social channels and community groups make it easier to get informal help and updates about the service.
There may not be a dedicated mobile app, but the website is usually accessible from mobile browsers.
If browser extensions are not available, you can still use the marketplace directly through the website.
Always install apps and extensions only from official links and trusted stores to avoid phishing or scams.
In most cases, you just need to sign in with your Steam account and confirm your email address to start trading. For higher-value trades or withdrawals, additional checks may be requested for security reasons and to comply with regulations.