CS2 Restricted → Classified Trade-Up Calculator
The Restricted → Classified trade-up path is the best starting point for CS2 traders at any budget. Input costs are manageable (€30–150 for a 10-skin contract), Classified outputs are liquid (€20–80 each), and the math works out profitably far more often than other tiers.
Scan Restricted → Classified Trade-Ups Free →Why Restricted → Classified Is the Most Popular Trade-Up Path
Among CS2 traders, Restricted → Classified is consistently the most active trade-up tier — and for good reason:
- Budget-friendly inputs: Most Restricted skins price between €3–15, making a 10-skin contract accessible at €30–150
- Liquid outputs: Classified skins typically have 20–100 active listings, so you can sell quickly
- Strong ROI range: Profitable combos regularly hit 140–200% ROI after Steam fees
- Lower variance: Less "jackpot or bust" than Classified → Covert
For anyone starting out with CS2 trading, this is the recommended path to learn trade-ups without overexposing your bankroll.
How to Find Profitable Restricted → Classified Contracts
Use TradeUpX's scanner set to "Restricted → Classified" path:
- Open TradeUpX and select the rarity path in the sidebar
- Set minimum ROI to 130% (covers Steam fees with profit margin)
- Click Start Scan — results appear ranked by profitability
- Check output liquidity (prefer collections with 3+ Classified outputs)
- Verify float targets are achievable (use realistic wear floats)
The scanner evaluates all available collections simultaneously and shows you the real take-home ROI after Steam's 13% fee. Refresh prices before buying to ensure data is current.
Float Strategy for Restricted → Classified
Output float determines output wear — and for some Classified skins, the difference between Factory New and Field-Tested can be €30–60.
Field-Tested inputs (float ~0.265): Cheapest to source, good for high-liquidity contracts where output wear doesn't significantly affect price.
Minimal Wear inputs (float ~0.11): More expensive but enables Minimal Wear outputs. Useful when MW Classified > FT Classified by more than the input cost difference.
Mixed Float mode: Mix cheap filler skins (MW float) with main skins (FT float) to hit a precise output float target. TradeUpX calculates the exact main/filler split needed automatically.
Typical Investment Ranges
- Budget (€30–60): 10× cheap Restricted skins FT. Lower ROI ceiling but low risk for learning.
- Mid-range (€60–120): Best value. Most profitable contracts fall here. Mix of FT and MW inputs.
- Premium (€120–150): MW or FN inputs targeting expensive Classified FN outputs. Higher variance.
After Steam fees, you need your output to sell for at least 115% of input cost to break even. Target 130%+ for meaningful profit.