The Best Cheap CSGO Skins You Can Get For Under $5

If you're looking for cheap CS skins, then you've come to the right place. When looking for cheap CSGO skins at a budget, the $5 really is the sweet spot for most people, as you can already get a handful of really decent Counter Strike skins at that price point. In this article, we'll be showcasing 15 of the coolest skins that you can get for below the $5 mark!
AK-47 Elite Build
To start off the list, we have the AK-47 Elite Build! In our opinion, this simple AK-47 skin is definitely the best choice if you're on a budget. The skin looks super clean and the black colors on the wooden parts of the AK-47 look really nice.

You can get an AK-47 Elite Build in Factory New condition for $4.89 on the Steam Market.
M4A1-S Nitro
The best M4A1-S skin you can get for less than $5 has to be the M4A1-S Nitro. It's a really plain skin with black and orange colors, making it an amazing choice for players who like minimalistic designs. Not the most creative design, but the attractive price makes all the difference.

You can get a M4A1-S Nitro in Minimal Wear condition for $4.04 on the Steam Market.
M4A4 Desolate Space
For the M4A4, we have the M4A4 Desolate Space from the Gamma Collection. The skin has a theme based off of space, with an astronaut on the center of the skin. The weapon skin has an interesting design, and the colors on the gun work really well together to create an appealing skin.

<full-button> GET THE M4A4 DESOLATE SPACE SKIN <full-button>
You can get a M4A4 Desolate Space in Field Tested condition for $3.81 on the Steam Market.
AWP Mortis
When on a $5 budget, we would recommend getting the AWP Mortis. AWP skins are usually very expensive, so the Mortis is an excellent choice as it is a decent looking skin that you can get for a really good price. The skin has a Death tarot card as the main idea of the design.

<full-button> GET THE AWP MORTIS SKIN <full-button>
You can get an AWP Mortis in Minimal Wear condition for $3.10 on the Steam Market.
FAMAS Valence
Next on the list will be the FAMAS Valence. The Valence weapon skin features a modern red and grey design that was custom painted onto the weapon. The pattern on the skin is really simple and clean, definitely a great choice for a budget skin.

<full-button> GET THE FAMAS VALENCE SKIN <full-button>
You can get a FAMAS Valence in Factory New condition for $4.61 on the Steam Market.
Galil AR Eco
From the Chroma 2 Collection, we have the Galil AR Eco. The Eco uses a white and light green pattern. Again another really simple and plain skin, but the Galil AR Eco definitely gets the job done for being an excellent skin at this price range.

<full-button> GET THE GALIL AR ECO SKIN <full-button>
You can get a Galil AR Eco in Field Tested condition for $4.20 on the Steam Market.
AUG Chameleon
Following the list is the AUG Chameleon from the Phoenix Collection. This skin has been out in the game for a very long time, and is the best AUG skin that you can get under $5. You can also get it in Factory New condition.

<full-button> GET THE AUG CHAMELEON SKIN <full-button>
You can get an AUG Chameleon in Factory New condition for $4.88 on the Steam Market.
USP-S Cortex
Moving on to the pistols, we have the USP-S Cortex to start it off. The skin comes from the Clutch Collection, and features pink accents over a silver and black base. There's also a skull on the handle of the gun. A unique design that honestly doesn't look bad at all.

<full-button> GET THE USP-S CORTEX SKIN <full-button>
You can get a USP-S Cortex in Minimal Wear condition for $4.07 on the Steam Market.
Glock-18 Wasteland Rebel
When it comes to the Glock-18, we've chosen to feature the Glock-18 Wasteland Rebel. The skin's central concept is the idea of graffiti. Definitely check this skin out if you're into chaotic designs on weapon skins.

<full-button> GET THE GLOCK-18 WASTELAND REBEL SKIN <full-button>
You can get a Glock-18 Wasteland Rebel in Minimal Wear condition for $4.92 on the Steam Market.
P250 Muertos
Up next is our favorite red P250 skin, the P250 Muertos. The skin involves custom painted circular motifs, with a full red body. We highly recommend this pistol skin if you're looking for red colored skins for a full red inventory loadout.

<full-button> GET THE P250 MUERTOS SKIN <full-button>
You can get a P250 Muertos in Minimal Wear condition for $3.92 on the Steam Market.
Five-SeveN Fowl Play
Next up is the Five-SeveN Fowl Play. The skin is based off of a pattern of falling feathers. This is a skin with a minimalistic design, so we suggest buying this skin if you're into simple and clean designs.

<full-button> GET THE FIVE-SEVEN FOWL PLAY SKIN <full-button>
You can get a Five-SeveN Fowl Play in Minimal Wear version for $3.37 on the Steam Market.
Desert Eagle Conspiracy
Moving on, we have the Desert Eagle Conspiracy. Most Desert Eagle skins are expensive, making the Conspiracy is a really good budget option. It has a black color scheme with some yellow accents. Again another simple skin that gets the job done.

<full-button> GET THE DESERT EAGLE CONSPIRACY SKIN <full-button>
You can get a Desert Eagle Conspiracy in Field Tested condition for $4.84 on the Steam Market.
MP7 Bloodsport
Moving on to the SMGs, we have the MP7 Bloodsport to start it off. The skin has lots of things going on on it, including white logo decals over a red and black hydrographic. A skin you should definitely get if you're into interesting designs.

<full-button> GET THE MP7 BLOODSPORT SKIN <full-button>
You can get a MP7 Bloodsport in Factory New condition for $4.14 on the Steam Market.
PP-Bizon Judgement of Anubis
Next up on the list is the PP-Bizon Judgement of Anubis. The skin comes from the Chroma 3 Collection and has an Egyptian theme to it. If you're a fan of lores and ancient history, then this is for sure a skin that you should look into!

<full-button> GET THE PP-BIZON JUDGEMENT OF ANUBIS SKIN <full-button>
You can get a PP-Bizon Judgement of Anubis in Field Tested condition for $3.94 on the Steam Market.
MP9 Starlight Protector
Last but not least, we have the MP9 Starlight Protector to close off our list. In our opinion, the Starlight Protector is the best MP9 skin in Counter Strike Global Offensive. The weapon skin features a unicorn with rainbows and gold accents all around the skin.

<full-button> GET THE MP9 STARLIGHT PROTECTOR SKIN <full-button>
You can get a MP9 Starlight Protector in Battle Scarred condition for $4.21 on the Steam Market.
Hopefully this article on some cheap CS:GO skins has helped you pick out a few skins to help you create your budget inventory! If you're looking for other unique skins at a higher price point, check out our articles on the best skins under $20, and the best skins under $40.