Opening cases in CS2 has long been more than just entertainment; now, it is also one of the ways to profitably collect a collection of skins. Players approach opening cases more and more responsibly, looking for the right strategies that would bring maximum profit. However, the question of whether low cost CS2 cases are worth spending money and time on them still remains open for many players. Today, we will consider cases that are not only affordable but also offer the highest ROI (return on investment) as of 2025.
Kilowatt Case: The Greatest Budget Case
Let’s start with the ROI leaders, which are both profitable and affordable. One of these is the Kilowatt case, which Valve introduced into the game in February 2024. Its cost is only $0.45, and the profitability is 75.71%. It contains many colorful, interesting skins with potential for growth, as well as skins for the new Kukri knife in such popular designs as Crimson Web, Case Hardened, Vanilla, Slaughter, and Fade. Among the most profitable skins that a player can potentially get are AK-47 | Inheritance, AWP | Chrome Cannon, M4A1-S | Black Lotus, USP-S | Jawbreaker.
CS:GO 3 Weapon Case: An Old and Profitable Case
Another outstanding option is the CS:GO 3 Weapon Case, released back in 2014. Despite its relatively high price compared to other cases ($5.47), it has a high ROI of 73.31%. The reason for this success is simple: it contains only knives and guns, and each item, even in poor condition, has a significant value on the secondary market. Some of the most famous skins in this case are USP-S | Stainless, CZ75-Auto | Crimson Web, CZ75-Auto | Victoria, Karambit | Case Hardened, Flip Knife | Fade, and others.
Operation Wildfire Case: Stable Popularity
Operation Wildfire is not to be ignored, with an ROI of 69.4% and a very affordable price of $1.84.
Of particular interest here are the Bowie knives and the popular AK-47 | Fuel Injector. There is a potential chance to get skins such as Crimson Web, Fade, Vanilla, and others.
CS:GO Weapon Case 2: Investing in Rarities
Lovers of CS2 rarities should pay attention to the CS:GO Weapon Case 2. Despite the rather high price of $10.34, the case has an ROI of 68.92%. Interestingly, skins, even in Battle-Scarred condition, can have a value of at least $3. This makes it especially attractive for investment, despite its age and specific design. Among the most notable skins in this case are SSG 08 | Blood in the Water, Five-SeveN | Case Hardened, and MP9 | Hypnotic. In addition, the case contains more than 60 knives.
Shadow and Horizon Cases: Perfect Options Under $1
Shadow Case and Horizon are examples of great budget options at just $0.73 each. Despite the low price, their yield exceeds 65%. In the Shadow Case, the main prize is the Shadow Daggers knives and such popular skins as the M4A1-S | Golden Coil and USP-S | Kill Confirmed. Horizon stands out with a huge selection of 52 knives and popular CS2 skins like the AK-47 | Neon Rider and Desert Eagle | Code Red.
eSports Winter Case 2013: Stability and Classics
The eSports Winter Case 2013 is a great example of why old cases should not be discounted. Despite the moderately high price, the case yield will pay for it (64.42%). The stable popularity of the case is ensured by the presence of valuable knives Karambit and M9 Bayonet, as well as such popular in community skins as AWP | Electric Hive, Desert Eagle | Cobalt Disruption, AK-47 | Blue Laminate, etc.
Operation Phoenix Case: Legendary availability
Operation Phoenix, costing only $2.85, with a return of 63.3%, remains one of the most attractive cases in the history of Counter-Strike.
Inside are the legendary AWP | Asiimov and highly valuable knives Karambit and M9 Bayonet in various rare variations. In addition, players have a chance to get another popular skin – AK-47 | Redline.
Huntsman Weapon Case: Valuable Knives
Finally, another profitable case at $7.83 with an ROI of 62.4% is the Huntsman. This case is famous for having one of the most valuable AK-47 | Vulcan and M4A4 | Desert-Strike, as well as Huntsman Knife knives in rare and expensive skins, including Night, Fade, and Crimson Web.
Wrapping It Up
Budget CS2 cases have a high ROI, so they are definitely worth paying attention to. With the right approach to case selection and competent market analysis, you can not only recoup your costs but also make a significant profit. If you are chasing a specific skin, especially a rare one, then it is best to consider buying it since the investment may not actually be justified. The chance of dropping Covert skins is only 0.64%, and knives – 0.26%.