Introduction

Trading is the backbone of Path of Exile 2’s economy. Whether you’re buying gear upgrades, selling valuable finds, or flipping currency, understanding the trade system is essential for efficient progression. This guide covers everything from basic trade site usage to advanced trading strategies.

Getting Started

Trade Site Basics

Official trade site: pathofexile.com/trade2

Key features:

Search items by mods
Filter by price range
Compare similar items
Set up live search alerts

Premium Stash Tabs

Essential for selling:

Public premium tab
Set items as “public”
Price individually or by bulk

How To Price Items

Step 1: Identify the valuable mods on your item Step 2: Search the trade site for similar items Step 3: Compare listings to determine fair price Step 4: Adjust price based on rolls and demand

Quick Pricing Guide

Item Type	Base Price
Life + 2 resists	5-20 chaos
High DPS weapon	20-100 chaos
+1 skill amulet	30-200 chaos
Perfect rolled unique	50+ chaos

Buying Tips

Whisper multiple sellers — increases chance of response
Check online status — filter for online players
Bulk buy — cheaper per unit for currency/maps
Negotiate politely — many sellers accept small discounts
Use live search — catch underpriced items instantly

Selling Tips

Item	Best Selling Method
Currency	Bulk listing
Maps	Tab with fixed price
Gear	Individual pricing
Fragments	Bulk or full set
Divination cards	Full stack

Currency Flipping

Low Effience Flipping

Chaos ↔ Divine at NPC vendors
Alc and scouring
Gem cutter’s prisms

Advanced Flipping

Buy in bulk at discount
Split into smaller stacks
Sell individual at premium

Common Trade Scams

Wrong item shown — verify the item before confirming
Currency swap — check currency type before accepting
Price bait — verify item matches what was listed
Partial payment — confirm total before accepting

FAQ

What should I price my first valuable drop? Search for identical items on the trade site and price in the middle range.

How do I avoid scams? Always hover over the item to verify its stats before confirming the trade window.