Valorant Knife Skins Value Tier List 2026
Valorant melee skins (knives) in 2026 are the most expensive items in the store: from 3550 VP ($35) for a classic knife to 5350 VP ($53) for a collection blade. Unlike CS, Valorant knives are non-tradeable, so their value comes entirely from store rarity and aesthetic. Here is the current tier list as of May 2026.
Full knife price scale
| Skin tier | VP price | USD (US) | TRY (TR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Select | 1750 VP | $17.50 | ~₺350 |
| Deluxe | 2550 VP | $25.50 | ~₺510 |
| Premium | 3550 VP | $35.50 | ~₺710 |
| Exclusive | 4350 VP | $43.50 | ~₺870 |
| Ultra | 5350 VP | $53.50 | ~₺1070 |
Most "iconic" knives sit at Premium and Ultra. Exclusive melees from EP1 and EP2 collections will never return to the store and are now collectibles.
S-tier: the most coveted knives of 2026
Reaver Butterfly Knife (Reaver 2.0, 4350 VP)
The Reaver line is the most recognizable in Valorant. The Reaver 2.0 Butterfly knife has a unique opening animation with "otherworldly whisper" VFX. Returned to the store 4 times across 2023–2026.
Prime Karambit (3550 VP)
The karambit from the original Prime collection is the iconic "first expensive knife." In 2026 it still rotates through Night Market with discounts up to 50%.
Elderflame Dagger (4350 VP)
The dragon-themed dagger from Elderflame with flame animations. One of the most expensive and visually impactful melees in the game. Returns rarely — once every 12–18 months.
A-tier: best value at this price
- Sentinels of Light Sword (3550 VP) — two-handed sword with gold VFX and unique swing animation.
- Glitchpop Axe (3550 VP) — cyberpunk axe with glitch sound effects.
- Ion Energy Sword (3550 VP) — sleek white laser sword.
- Oni Claw (3550 VP) — Japanese-myth styled claw.
B-tier: nice looking but no VFX upgrade
- Singularity Knife (2550 VP) — standard knife in black-blue tones.
- Wasteland Sword (2550 VP) — post-apocalyptic blade.
- RGX Blade (3550 VP) — cyberpunk with RGB lighting.
What pays back and what does not
| Scenario | Pick |
|---|---|
| First serious knife | Prime Karambit or Reaver Butterfly |
| Maximum flex | Elderflame Dagger or Sentinels of Light |
| Budget under $25 | Singularity Knife (Deluxe) |
| Animation enthusiast | Reaver 2.0 Butterfly |
Night Market: catching a knife discounted
The Night Market (once every 2 acts) has a low chance of dropping a knife with 25–50% discount. A Prime Karambit can roll at 1800 VP instead of 3550. Knives only roll from collections in which you already own at least one Premium+ skin.
How to buy a knife from outside region in 2026
Riot does not accept many regional cards. With Marix, VP is credited directly to your Riot ID after payment in your local currency — no VPN, no proxy cards.