SkinsMonkey vs CS.MONEY: Which Is Better?
SkinsMonkey6.6/10VS
CS.MONEY7.7/10Quick verdict
Both are trade-bot sites run from Cyprus, but only CS.MONEY lets you cash out: it pays Market sale money to Visa or PayPal after KYC. SkinsMonkey balance can only be spent on the site, and it publishes no fee rate. SkinsMonkey suits pure skin swaps; CS.MONEY suits traders who may want money back.
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SkinsMonkey vs CS.MONEY side by side
| Fact |  SkinsMonkey |  CS.MONEY |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 6.6 | 7.7 |
| Fees score | 3.0 | 7.3 |
| Trust score | 8.5 | 8.5 |
| Payout speed score | Not scored | Not scored |
| Selection score | 8.3 | 7.0 |
| Usability score | 8.1 | 8.1 |
| Support score | Not scored | Not scored |
| Website | skinsmonkey.com | cs.money |
| Founded | 2020 | 2016 |
| Operator | Virtual Asset Empire Limited | CS Virtual Trade Ltd. |
| Jurisdiction | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Company registration | HE 412509 (Cyprus Registrar of Companies) | HE 389299 (Cyprus Registrar of Companies) |
| KYC (ID check) | Required above a limit | Required before withdrawal |
| Two-factor login | No | No |
| Seller fee | Not found | 5% |
| Buyer fee | Not found | 0% |
| Withdrawal fee | Not found | 0% |
| Deposit methods | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Skrill, Klarna, Trustly, Paysafecard, Blik, Pix, Boleto, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dogecoin and Skins (Steam trade) | Bank card, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Crypto, BLIK and Pix |
| Withdrawal methods | Not found | Visa card and PayPal |
| Currencies | USD | USD |
| Minimum deposit | Not found | $1 |
| Minimum withdrawal | Not found | $10 |
| Games | CS2, Rust and Dota 2 | CS2 |
| Features | Bot trading, Deposit bonus and 24/7 live chat | Bot trading, P2P trading, Instant sell, Mobile app and Browser extension |
| Minimum age | 16+, under 18 with guardian consent | Under 18 allowed with guardian consent |
| Restricted countries | VE, VG, KP, IR, CU, CY, RU and SY | None named in the terms |
| Trustpilot page | Read reviews on Trustpilot | Read reviews on Trustpilot |
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Which has lower fees, SkinsMonkey or CS.MONEY?
CS.MONEY wins on fees, scoring 7.3 against 3.0. This score measures: seller, buyer and withdrawal fees on a $100 sale, compared with other marketplaces.
- Seller fee: SkinsMonkey not found; CS.MONEY 5%.
- Buyer fee: SkinsMonkey not found; CS.MONEY 0%.
- Withdrawal fee: SkinsMonkey not found; CS.MONEY 0%.
Is SkinsMonkey or CS.MONEY safer?
SkinsMonkey and CS.MONEY tie on trust at 8.5 out of 10. This score measures: operator transparency, company registration, KYC, 2FA, track record and how disputes are handled.
- Founded: SkinsMonkey 2020; CS.MONEY 2016.
- Operator: SkinsMonkey Virtual Asset Empire Limited; CS.MONEY CS Virtual Trade Ltd..
- Jurisdiction: SkinsMonkey Cyprus; CS.MONEY Cyprus.
- KYC (ID check): SkinsMonkey Required above a limit; CS.MONEY Required before withdrawal.
- Two-factor login: SkinsMonkey No; CS.MONEY No.
Which has more skins, SkinsMonkey or CS.MONEY?
SkinsMonkey wins on selection, scoring 8.3 against 7.0. This score measures: number of CS2 listings, price range covered and supported games.
- Games: SkinsMonkey CS2, Rust and Dota 2; CS.MONEY CS2.
- Features: SkinsMonkey Bot trading, Deposit bonus and 24/7 live chat; CS.MONEY Bot trading, P2P trading, Instant sell, Mobile app and Browser extension.
Which is easier to use, SkinsMonkey or CS.MONEY?
SkinsMonkey and CS.MONEY tie on usability at 8.1 out of 10. This score measures: how easy it is to list, buy, filter and withdraw on desktop and mobile.
- Deposit methods: SkinsMonkey Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Skrill, Klarna, Trustly, Paysafecard, Blik, Pix, Boleto, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dogecoin and Skins (Steam trade); CS.MONEY Bank card, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Crypto, BLIK and Pix.
- Currencies: SkinsMonkey USD; CS.MONEY USD.
- Minimum deposit: SkinsMonkey not found; CS.MONEY $1.
Read the full reviews
See every fact we found, with its source, in the SkinsMonkey review and the CS.MONEY review. Scores follow our published methodology.
Our take
SkinsMonkey and CS.MONEY both let you trade skins with bots. Past that point, what each site lets you do with your money differs a lot.
Fees. SkinsMonkey publishes no fee percentage. Its terms say fees are built into the item prices it quotes. CS.MONEY publishes its rates: 7% in Trade mode plus up to 13% on trade-locked items, and 5% on its peer-to-peer Market (3% on items of $1,000 and up). Neither charges a separate buyer fee.
Cashing out. This is the biggest difference. SkinsMonkey balance cannot be withdrawn. It can only be spent on the site, although unused deposits can be refunded to the original payment method within 180 days, minus processor fees. CS.MONEY pays Market earnings to Visa cards or PayPal, depending on region, after KYC, a 7 day hold and within a $1,000 daily cap.
Deposits. SkinsMonkey lists many ways to pay, including cards, PayPal, Skrill, Klarna, Trustly, Paysafecard, BLIK, Pix and several cryptocurrencies. CS.MONEY takes cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, crypto, BLIK and Pix. SkinsMonkey asks for KYC on payments over $1,000 in a short period.
Games and access. SkinsMonkey covers CS2, Rust and Dota 2 and allows users from age 16. Our CS.MONEY record lists CS2 only. Neither record shows a 2FA of its own, so keep Steam Guard on. See how to secure your Steam account.
Reputation. Trustpilot has hidden SkinsMonkey's rating for misleading use of Trustpilot content. CS.MONEY has a 4.7 score from over 9,000 reviews.
If you only want to swap skins and like SkinsMonkey's deposit options, it does that job. If there is any chance you will want cash later, CS.MONEY has a published route to withdraw. Read the SkinsMonkey review and CS.MONEY review.
Frequently asked questions
Can I withdraw money from SkinsMonkey?
No. SkinsMonkey says balance cannot be withdrawn and can only be used on the site. Its refund policy allows refunds of unused deposits to the original payment method within 180 days, minus processor fees.
What fee does SkinsMonkey charge?
SkinsMonkey does not publish a rate. Its terms say fees are included in the item prices it quotes. CS.MONEY publishes 7% for Trade mode and 5% for Market sales.
Is SkinsMonkey better than CS.MONEY?
Both are trade-bot sites run from Cyprus, but only CS.MONEY lets you cash out: it pays Market sale money to Visa or PayPal after KYC. SkinsMonkey balance can only be spent on the site, and it publishes no fee rate. SkinsMonkey suits pure skin swaps; CS.MONEY suits traders who may want money back.
Can I use both SkinsMonkey and CS.MONEY?
Yes. Many traders list on more than one marketplace to compare prices. Keep Steam Guard on and only accept trades shown inside each site.