CS2 Float Value Guide
Float value is the hidden number behind every CS2 skin that determines its visual condition. Understanding floats is essential for anyone buying, selling, or trading skins — the difference between a 0.01 and 0.06 float can mean hundreds of dollars on premium skins.
Wear Condition Tiers
| Condition | Float Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Factory New (FN) | 0.00 – 0.07 | Near-perfect condition with minimal visible scratches. The most desirable and expensive condition for most skins. |
| Minimal Wear (MW) | 0.07 – 0.15 | Slight cosmetic wear with minor scratches barely visible during gameplay. Often the best value tier. |
| Field-Tested (FT) | 0.15 – 0.38 | Moderate wear with visible scratches and marks. The most common condition and typically the cheapest useful tier. |
| Well-Worn (WW) | 0.38 – 0.45 | Significant wear with noticeable scratches and fading. Less common than FT due to narrow float range. |
| Battle-Scarred (BS) | 0.45 – 1.00 | Heavy wear with major scratches, chips, and paint fading. Some collectors seek high-float BS skins for their unique look. |
How Float Values Are Determined
When a skin drops from a case opening, random drop, or trade-up contract, the game engine assigns a random float value within the skin's defined range. Each skin in CS2 has a hardcoded minimum and maximum float — for example, the M4A1-S Hyper Beast has a min float of 0.00 and max of 1.00 (all conditions possible), while the AWP Asiimov has a min of 0.18 and max of 0.90 (only Field-Tested through Battle-Scarred).
This means some skins physically cannot exist in Factory New condition. The skin's float caps are set by the developers and cannot be changed. When you see a skin listed as "Factory New," its float is guaranteed to be between 0.00 and 0.07 — but it may not be available in FN if the minimum float is above 0.07.
Float Value and Pricing
Within the same wear tier, lower floats almost always command higher prices. A Factory New AWP Dragon Lore at 0.01 float might sell for double the price of one at 0.06. This premium becomes even more extreme at the boundaries — the jump from 0.0699 (barely FN) to 0.0701 (just MW) can represent a 30-50% price drop because the condition label changes.
The reverse is also true at the high end. Some collectors specifically seek "max float" Battle-Scarred skins (0.99+) for their unique heavily-worn aesthetic. These can sometimes be worth more than lower-float BS versions due to scarcity and collector demand.
Float in Trade-Up Contracts
The output float from a trade-up contract is calculated using the average float of your 10 input skins. The formula is: Output Float = Average Input Float × (Max Float − Min Float) + Min Float. By carefully selecting low-float inputs, you can guarantee the output lands in a specific wear condition, which is critical for targeting Factory New results from profitable trade-ups.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a float value in CS2?
- A float value is a decimal number between 0.00 and 1.00 assigned to every CS2 skin. It determines the visual wear and condition of the skin. Lower float means better condition (less scratches and wear).
- What are the CS2 wear conditions?
- There are five wear tiers: Factory New (0.00-0.07), Minimal Wear (0.07-0.15), Field-Tested (0.15-0.38), Well-Worn (0.38-0.45), Battle-Scarred (0.45-1.00). Each skin has minimum and maximum float caps that may restrict available conditions.
- Can a skin exist in all float ranges?
- No. Each skin has hardcoded minimum and maximum float values. For example, the AK-47 Asiimov has a minimum float of 0.05 and maximum of 0.70, meaning it cannot exist in Factory New (which requires below 0.07) though some rare ones get close.
- Does float value affect gameplay?
- No. Float value is purely cosmetic — it only changes how the skin looks (scratches, fading, paint wear). There is zero gameplay difference between a Factory New and Battle-Scarred version of the same skin.
- How do I check a skin float value?
- Inspect the skin in your inventory and look at the wear rating. For exact float numbers, use third-party tools like CSFloat, Steam Inventory Helper browser extension, or marketplace listings which display exact float values.