Whether you’re a budget warrior looking for a sleek upgrade or a collector chasing rare drops, finding the best MP9 skins in CS2 can transform your loadout. This 2025 guide ranks the top 15 MP9 skins based on price, popularity, rarity, and visual design—perfect for players who want to stand out in competitive matches or flex in casual lobbies.
We’ve broken down everything you need to know, including:
- Updated 2025 prices and release dates
- Rarity, collection, and drop info
- Picks for every price range—from under $1 to over $2,500
TOP-15 Best MP9 Skins 2025
Based on the popularity of skins in the game, player opinion, and our personal opinion, we have created our list of the TOP-15 skins:
| Skin | Price (2025) | Collection | Rarity | Case/Drop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Lily | ~$2,692 | The St. Marc Collection | Classified | Non-Drop |
| Hot Rod | ~$331 | The Mirage Collection | Mil-Spec | Souvenir Only |
| Pandora’s Box | ~$210 | The Gods and Monsters | Mil-Spec | Non-Drop |
| Bulldozer | ~$135 | The Assault Collection | Restricted | Non-Drop |
| Stained Glass | ~$159 | The Canals Collection | Restricted | Non-Drop |
| Latte Rush | ~$17.68 | The Train 2025 Collection | Classified | Case |
| Hydra | ~$5.34 | The CS20 Collection | Classified | CS20 Case |
| Starlight Protector | ~$2.11 | Dreams & Nightmares | Covert | Dreams & Nightmares Case |
| Mount Fuji | ~$5.40 | Operation Riptide | Restricted | Riptide Case |
| Rose Iron | ~$7.51 | Winter Offensive | Restricted | Winter Offensive Case |
| Food Chain | ~$2.35 | Snakebite Collection | Classified | Snakebite Case |
| Ruby Poison Dart | ~$1.17 | Falchion Collection | Restricted | Falchion Case |
| Dart | ~$0.51 | Vanguard Collection | Mil-Spec | Vanguard Case |
| Goo | ~$0.58 | Spectrum 2 Collection | Restricted | Spectrum 2 Case |
| Bioleak | ~$0.16 | Chroma 3 Collection | Mil-Spec | Chroma 3 Case |
We also have a general selection of skins for different weapons in the article Best CS2 Weapon Skins: Cheapest and Most Popular (2025). We’ve also divided the skins into three categories – cheapest, popular and for the average budget. At the end of the article you will find the most expensive skins for MP9.
MP9 | Wild Lily
- Release Date: November 19, 2019
- Price: From ~$2,692
- Quality: Classified SMG
- Collection: The St. Marc Collection
Wild Lily, a Classified rarity skin from The St. Marc Collection, is a rare find with a 3.2% chance of falling out among 237 SMG skins. Despite its rarity, Wild Lily is moderately famous and has a reasonably high ranking based on daily sales and prices. It’s exceptionally expensive, yet it remains widely available.
Looking to save your funds but still want something stylish? We've also featured MP9 options in our full guide to the Best Cheap CS2 Skins Under $50.
MP9 | Hot Rod
- Release Date: November 27, 2013
- Price: From ~$331
- Quality: Mil-Spec SMG
- Collection: The Mirage Collection
The skin features a chrome base with a transparent red anodized coating—giving it a glossy, car‑like shine—earning it the nickname “Hot Rod”.
Some of these high-tier skins come from legacy or retired drops. If you’re after valuable pulls, check out the Best CS2 Cases to Open in 2025.
MP9 | Pandora’s Box
- Release Date: May 26, 2015
- Price: From ~$210
- Quality: Mil-Spec SMG
- Collection: The Gods and Monsters Collection
According to ancient Greek myth, Pandora’s box contained all the world’s evil inside. But what if there were harmless ghosts like Casper? The skin is airbrushed with cartoon ghosts, which look not at all scary and even quite attractive.
On Reddit, we found very nice skin with similar coloring. We think it’s gorgeous:
MP9 | Bulldozer
- Release Date: August 14, 2013
- Price: From ~$135
- Quality: Restricted SMG
- Collection: The Assault Collection
Can you believe this all-yellow skin? Reminiscent of race cars, security, and construction. Which association you have is your choice. And it looks very bright and a little bit funny.
MP9 | Stained Glass
- Release Date: November 19, 2019
- Price: From ~$159
- Quality: Restricted SMG
- Collection: The Canals Collection
The design resembles vibrant stained‑glass windows, using geometric patterns in shades of blue, red, and sometimes green, applied in an Anodized Multicolored finish.
MP9 | Latte Rush
- Release Date: April 1, 2025
- Price: From ~$17.68
- Quality: Classified SMG
- Collection: The Train 2025 Collection
Rendered in a Custom Paint Job style, it features pastel pink hues and coffee-inspired patterns meant to resemble the “Latte” drum on Train’s B site.
Latte Rush comes from one of the freshest drops in 2025. You can stay updated with the Latest CS2 Cases and Souvenir Packages here.
MP9 | Hydra
- Release Date: October 18, 2019
- Price: From ~$5.34
- Quality: Classified SMG
- Case: CS20 Case
- Collection: The CS20 Collection
Operation Hydra is deservedly considered one of the best skins ever for CS2. The MP9 Hydra skin has its logo and is no less deservedly one of the best skins for MP9: light green background, black hydra heads, and some hexagonal patterning. If you like the green theme, this skin should be in your collection.
MP9 | Starlight Protector
- Release Date: January 21, 2022
- Price: From ~$2.11
- Quality: Covert SMG
- Case: Dreams & Nightmares Case
- Collection: The Dreams & Nightmares Collection
Luxury is everywhere in this skin: gold and marble look great, especially with the volumetric effect. The protagonist of the MP9 Starlight Protector is a rainbow unicorn, and its colorful mane can be accentuated with holographic stickers.
For perfect pairings, check out our curated list of the best holo stickers in CS2.
MP9 | Mount Fuji
- Release Date: September 22, 2021
- Price: from ~$5.40
- Quality: Restricted SMG
- Case: Operation Riptide Case
- Collection: The Operation Riptide Collection
Oh, this skin is a legendary classic. Mount Fuji is the most recognizable symbol of Japan. The Mount Fuji skin pays homage to this mountain, reminiscent of somewhat anime motifs.
It is quite a rare, calm combination of light pink shades and characteristic red sun — everything you need if you’re a fan of Japan.
If you love soft tones, explore our Top 10 Pink Skins in CS2.
MP9 | Rose Iron
- Release Date: December 18, 2013
- Price: From ~$7.51
- Quality: Restricted SMG
- Case: Winter Offensive Weapon Case
- Collection: The Winter Offensive Collection
Designed by community creator Jason, it’s painted with a rose and thorn motif in metallic multicolors overlaying a warm orange-tinted base. Its flavor text ominously warns: “Beware its many thorns.”
MP9 | Food Chain
- Release Date: May 3, 2021
- Price: From ~$2.35
- Quality: Classified SMG
- Case: Snakebite Case
- Collection: The Snakebite Collection
Rendered as a Custom Paint Job, it depicts a colorful, cartoonish “monster food chain”—think animals eating each other in bright yellow, red, blue, and green hues
MP9 | Ruby Poison Dart
- Release Date: May 26, 2015
- Price: From ~$1.17
- Quality: Restricted SMG
- Case: Falchion Case
- Collection: The Falchion Collection
Another skin with a red color is on our list. This vibrant skin comes in a rich red and black color scheme with intricate patterns resembling the scales of a poisonous creature. Its unique design captures the essence of the deadly tree frog, giving the weapon an exotic look.
MP9 | Dart
- Release Date: November 11, 2014
- Price: From ~$0.51
- Quality: Mil-Spec SMG
- Case: Operation Vanguard Weapon Case
- Collection: The Vanguard Collection
The MP9 | Dart is styled with a chevron-inspired design, evoking the sharp lines of darts or sports jersey patterns. The artwork uses deep blue and gray tones, contrasted by bold diagonal stripes that create a sense of speed and precision—tying into its name “Dart.”
MP9 | Goo
- Release Date: September 14, 2017
- Price: from ~$0.58
- Quality: Restricted SMG
- Case: Spectrum 2 Case
- Collection: The Spectrum 2 Collection
What is it about science fiction? The MP9 Goo is an eye-catching skin with a slimy white and blue design that looks like the weapon is covered in toxic mud. The dripping, slime-like pattern gives the MP9 a fun yet bold look that stands out on the battlefield.
The quirkiness and toxicity of the skin made it one of the best and gave it a chance to make our list.
MP9 | Bioleak
- Release Date: April 27, 2016
- Price: from ~$0.16
- Quality: Mil-Spec SMG
- Case: Chroma 3 Case
- Collection: The Chroma 3 Collection
Another green skin that will win your heart. As the name suggests, the main body artwork depicts a biochemical leak in which a toxic green liquid runs down a sludge-like substance.
It’s reasonably priced, especially with low wear and tear, making it a good choice for players looking to add some science fiction to their game without going broke.
Final Thoughts: Which MP9 Skin Should You Choose?
Choosing the right MP9 skin in CS2 depends on your style, budget, and how rare you want to go. If you’re looking to invest, Wild Lily or Hot Rod are elite-tier choices. Prefer something flashy but affordable? Go for Latte Rush, Mount Fuji, or Food Chain. On a tight budget? Dart, Goo, and Bioleak offer serious visual flair for under $1.
