How to Safely Buy POE2 Currency: A Simple Guide for Players

I'll never forget the moment I realized I'd been playing Path of Exile 2 wrong for two whole weeks.

There I was, level 68, struggling through yellow maps with a build that felt like it was made of wet paper. I'd been picking up every currency orb that dropped, stashing them away because "they seemed important," and generally just hoping for better gear to drop from monsters.

Then a friend watched me play for five minutes and asked a question that stopped me cold:

"Why haven't you crafted anything?"

Crafting? You mean those orbs I've been hoarding are actually for something?

That conversation sent me down a rabbit hole. I learned that Chaos Orbs aren't just pretty shiny things—they're the dollar bill of POE2's entire economy. Exalted Orbs aren't just rare loot—they're how you finish end-game items. And I'd been sitting on a pile of currency that could have doubled my power weeks earlier.

This is the guide I wish I'd had on day one.

What POE2 Currency Actually Is (The Simple Version)

Forget everything you know about gold in other games.

In Path of Exile 2, "currency" isn't coins you spend at a shop. It's a collection of orbs and scrolls that each do something specific to your gear. Think of them as tools with different jobs:

• Some re-roll the stats on your items

• Some add new stats

• Some change socket colors or links

• Some identify items

• Some open portals back to town

Because every player needs these tools constantly, they naturally became the medium of trade. You don't trade gold for items—you trade Chaos Orbs for items. You don't save up coins—you save up Exalted Orbs.

This system confused me for weeks. I kept waiting for the game to introduce "real money." It never did, because this is the money.

My 40-Hour Mistake

Let me paint you a picture of my ignorance:

Week 1: A Chaos Orb drops. "Neat, a blue orb." Into the stash it goes.

Week 1, later: An Exalted Orb drops. "Ooh, a gold one! Must be rare!" Into the stash next to the Chaos Orb.

Week 2: I'm struggling with a boss. I die 15 times. Never once do I consider using my orbs to buy better gear from other players. It literally doesn't occur to me that trading is a thing.

Week 2, later: I watch a streamer say "this item is 50 chaos." I check my stash. I have 47 chaos. I could have bought an item that would have saved me hours of frustration, and I didn't even know it.

Week 3: I finally learn what orbs do. I start crafting. My build improves overnight. I clear content that had been walling me for days.

The kicker? I wasn't even saving my orbs for anything specific. I was just... not using them. Because I didn't understand what they were for.

The Currency Cheat Sheet I Made for Myself

After that humbling realization, I created a simple reference guide. Here's what every new player needs to know:

The Scrolls (Your Basics)

Scroll of Wisdom
Identifies items. You'll need these constantly. Buy them from vendors in bulk—don't rely on drops.

Portal Scroll
Opens a portal back to town. One scroll lasts the whole instance. I wasted dozens of these before I learned that.

The Low-Tier Orbs (Use Them Freely)

Orb of Transmutation
Turns a white item into a blue (magic) item with 1-2 stats. Great for creating crafting bases.

Orb of Augmentation
Adds a second stat to a blue item that only has one. Use with Transmutes to try for good combinations.

Orb of Alteration
Re-rolls the stats on a blue item. This is how you hunt for specific combinations.

What I wish I'd known: These orbs are common. Use them to learn crafting. Don't hoard them like I did.

The Mid-Tier Orbs (Handle with Care)

Orb of Alchemy
Turns a white item directly into a yellow (rare) item with 4-6 stats. Powerful, but save these for high-level bases (item level 80+). I used my first Alch on a level 12 helmet. Painful memory.

Chaos Orb
Re-rolls all stats on a yellow item. Also the main currency for trading. Think of Chaos Orbs as dollars—everything is priced in them.

Orb of Fusing
Re-rolls the number of linked sockets on an item. Six-linking an item takes hundreds of these on average. I learned this after wasting 50 and wondering why my chest wasn't 6-linked yet.

The High-Tier Orbs (Treat Like Gold)

Exalted Orb
Adds a new random stat to a yellow item with an open slot. Used to finish nearly-perfect items. Never use these on gear you'll replace soon.

Divine Orb
Re-rolls the numeric values of stats (like making a 150% damage roll into 180%). For min-maxing end-game items only. I watched a friend waste 8 Divine Orbs before learning this. Don't be that friend.

Mirror of Kalandra
The holy grail. Creates a perfect copy of any item. Most players never find one. If you do, do not use it without extensive research.

Why Players Buy Currency (The Honest Reason)

Here's the truth that no "purist" will tell you: grinding for currency takes forever.

I love POE2. I've put hundreds of hours into it. But I also have a job, a family, and responsibilities. When I get two hours to play on a weekend, I want to spend it doing fun content—not farming the same maps for currency I could buy for the price of a coffee.

Buying currency lets you:

• Skip the boring grind

• Fund the build you actually want to play

• Experience end-game content sooner

• Actually enjoy your limited gaming time

That's why players do it. Not because they're lazy—because they value their time.

The Right Way to Buy POE2 Currency (Tested)

I've bought currency multiple times. I've also made mistakes. Here's what works:

Choose a Reputable Seller

Not all sellers are equal. The ones offering prices 50% below market are either scammers or using stolen accounts. Both will get you banned.

What to look for:

• Years in business (not weeks)

• Verifiable reviews on Trustpilot/Reddit

• Clear delivery method explanation

• 24/7 customer support

• Secure payment options (PayPal, credit card)

I use mmom for my purchases now. They've been around for years, have thousands of reviews, and their support team actually helps. When I bought my first batch of Chaos Orbs, they walked me through the process and sent post-purchase safety tips.

Start Small

For your first purchase, buy a small amount—just enough to test the process. I started with 100 Chaos Orbs. The transaction was smooth, and my account was fine. That built trust for larger purchases later.

Follow the Delivery Instructions

Legitimate sellers use the in-game trade system. They'll ask for your character name, meet you in-game, and trade through the normal window.

They will never ask for your password. Ever. If a seller asks for login credentials, run.

Spend Smart

This is the part most guides miss. After you receive currency, don't go on an immediate spending spree.

• Play some maps first (generate normal activity)

• Space out big purchases over a few days

• Mix in some of your own sales

• Keep it quiet (no bragging in global chat)

I followed this advice after my mmom purchase and haven't had a single issue.

The Risks (Real Talk)

Let's be honest about the downsides:

Account Bans

Grinding Gear Games doesn't officially support third-party currency sales. If they catch you, your account could be suspended or banned. Reputable sellers minimize this risk through safe delivery methods, but nothing is 100% guaranteed.

Scams

The currency selling space attracts scammers. Fake websites, fake reviews, sellers who take your money and disappear. This is why choosing a verified seller matters.

Wasted Money

Even with a legitimate seller, if you don't know how to use currency effectively, you're just burning cash. Learn what orbs do before you buy them.

How to Spot a Scam (Red Flags)

From personal experience (and some expensive lessons), here's what to watch for:

Prices way below market

If everyone is selling at $7/100 chaos and someone offers $3, they're cutting corners somewhere. Your account will pay the price.

Crypto-only payments

Legitimate businesses accept credit cards and PayPal. Crypto-only is a sign they don't want to be traceable.

No live chat or slow responses

Test their support before buying. If they don't answer questions, they won't help if something goes wrong.

Asking for your password

I cannot stress this enough: never share your account password. Real sellers only need your character name to trade.

 "Instant delivery" claims

Safe delivery takes time—usually 15-60 minutes. Instant delivery often means they're using methods that ignore safety.

What I'd Tell My Newbie Self

If I could go back to day one with what I know now:

Learn the currency system early. Don't wait until maps to figure out what orbs do. Spend your first week reading and experimenting with cheap currencies.

Use your low-tier orbs. Transmutes, Augments, and Alterations are meant to be used. You'll find more. Experimenting teaches you crafting.

Save your high-tier orbs. Chaos, Exalted, Divine—these have real value. Don't use them until you understand exactly what you're doing.

Consider buying currency if you value your time. There's no shame in skipping grind. Just do it safely.

Choose mmom when you're ready. After testing multiple sellers, they're the ones I trust with my account. Fair prices, clear process, actual support.