How to Buy Apex Coins for Apex Legends
Apex Coins are the premium currency in Apex Legends, used for Battle Passes, Legend skins, weapon cosmetics, emotes, and other in-game items. Since direct payment through EA's platform can be unavailable in many regions, the most reliable method is buying through platform balances — PlayStation, Xbox, or Steam.
Apex Coins Pricing
| Coins | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1,000 | $9.99 |
| 2,150 | $19.99 |
| 4,350 | $39.99 |
| 6,700 | $59.99 |
| 11,500 | $99.99 |
The Battle Pass costs 950 Apex Coins (~$9.50). The Battle Pass Bundle (which includes 25 instant levels) costs 2,800 Apex Coins.
How to Buy Apex Coins
Through PlayStation (PSN Gift Card)
- Top up your PSN wallet with a PSN Gift Card from Marix.
- Launch Apex Legends on PS5 or PS4.
- Navigate to Store → Apex Coins.
- Select a coin package — the purchase will charge your PSN balance.
Through Xbox (Xbox Gift Card)
- Top up your Microsoft Store balance with an Xbox Gift Card.
- Launch Apex Legends on Xbox or through the EA App on PC (logged in with your Xbox account).
- Open the in-game store → Apex Coins.
- Pay directly from your Microsoft balance.
Through Steam (Steam Wallet)
Apex Legends is available on Steam, and Coins can be purchased there as well.
- Top up your Steam Wallet with a Steam Gift Card.
- Open Apex Legends via Steam.
- Navigate to the in-game store → Apex Coins.
- Purchase using your Steam Wallet balance.
What to Spend Apex Coins On
Battle Pass — the seasonal pass featuring a 110-level reward track with Legendary skins, trackers, music packs, and approximately 700 Apex Coins returned upon full completion. A new Battle Pass launches each season (roughly every 90 days).
Apex Store (Skins):
- Legendary skins: 1,800 Coins
- Epic skins: 1,200 Coins
- Rare skins: 400 Coins
- Limited collaboration bundles are often priced higher
Heirloom Shards — obtained from Apex Packs, not purchasable directly. 150 Shards = 1 Heirloom (a unique melee weapon with custom animations).
New Legends — purchasable for 750 Apex Coins as an alternative to earning 12,000 Legend Tokens through gameplay.
Best Regions for Apex Coins
| Platform | Region | Approximate Savings |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation | Turkey | ~55% vs US prices |
| Xbox | Turkey | ~55% vs US prices |
| Steam | Kazakhstan | ~30–40% |
| Steam | Argentina | ~45–55% |
Using a Turkish PSN or Xbox account with a regional gift card from Marix is a popular way to save significantly on Apex Coins.
Cross-Play and Coin Portability
Apex Legends supports cross-play, but Apex Coins do not transfer between platforms. Coins purchased through PSN are only usable on PlayStation; Steam Coins stay on Steam. Choose one primary platform and account to avoid splitting your balance.
Common Errors When Buying
"Purchase unavailable"
The region of your platform account may not be supported by EA. Switch to a compatible region or use a different platform.
Coins purchased but not credited
Restart the game. If Coins don't appear within 15 minutes, check your transaction history and contact EA Help.
"Payment error" in Steam
Make sure your Steam Wallet has sufficient funds. New Steam accounts may be restricted from purchases for the first 5+ days of account history.
FAQ
Is Apex Legends free to play?
Yes. Apex Legends is free-to-play on all platforms. Apex Coins are only needed for cosmetics and the Battle Pass.
Can I earn Apex Coins for free?
The Battle Pass rewards approximately 700 Apex Coins upon full completion. Outside of that, there is no free method to earn Coins.
Do Battle Pass skins expire after the season ends?
No. All rewards unlocked through the Battle Pass remain on your account permanently, regardless of when the season ends.
Can I buy the Battle Pass mid-season?
Yes. The Battle Pass can be purchased at any point during a season, and your progress starts from your current level.
Do Apex Coins expire?
No. Apex Coins do not have an expiration date once purchased.