Kinguin or Eneba: where is buying keys safer?
Kinguin and Eneba are both marketplaces where independent sellers sell keys. So on both, how safe a purchase is depends on the seller and on the refund rules; the differences are in the table below. On price, Kinguin is ahead: in 10,786 of 15,903 direct comparisons (67.8%), as of 11 Nov 2026.
The direct price comparison
15,903 direct comparisons across 13,081 games
| Result | Comparisons | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kinguin cheaper | 10,786 | 67.8% |
| Eneba cheaper | 4,899 | 30.8% |
| Same price | 218 | 1.4% |
We count every key that both shops have in stock right now and that activates in the EU: the same game, the same platform, the same edition. For each shop, its lowest list price counts. Checkout fees are not included.
The typical price gap between the two shops is 13.1% (median). As of 11 Nov 2026.
Popular games compared directly
Standard edition Steam keys from the Steam top sellers that both shops carry right now. As of 11 Nov 2026. Of these 10 games, Kinguin is cheaper for 1 and Eneba for 9.
| Game | Kinguin | Eneba |
|---|---|---|
| €34.24 | €33.43 | |
| €9.05 | €8.96 | |
| €47.94 | €46.30 | |
| €4.66 | €4.35 | |
| €8.96 | €8.53 | |
| €99.99 | €61.64 | |
| €6.81 | €6.73 | |
| €12.71 | €14.58 | |
| €7.69 | €7.58 | |
| €14.46 | €13.89 |
Sellers, fees and refunds
| Kinguin | Eneba | |
|---|---|---|
| Marketplace or store? | A marketplace. Kinguin's terms say users trade with each other there, and only merchants may sell, not private people. | A marketplace. Eneba's help pages say it is a marketplace for digital keys. The keys come from individual sellers. |
| Price at checkout | A service fee is added at checkout. The terms say it is only calculated there and shown before you confirm the purchase. | A service fee can be added at checkout. Eneba names no amount; it is shown in the last step of the order. |
| If a key does not work | The terms say the sellers are liable if a key does not work. You report the problem in the Resolution Center in your account. If you and the seller do not agree, Kinguin decides and can offer a replacement or order a refund. | Eneba's help pages say you get a refund as long as the key has not been viewed, or if the code is invalid or already used. Eneba does not take back a viewed key just because you changed your mind. |
| Offers in stock | 61,635 | 27,918 |
| Cheapest shop for | 69.3% of the games another shop also sells | 19.1% of the games another shop also sells |
Checked on 11 Nov 2026 on the shops' official pages. static.kinguin.net/cms/Kinguin_net_Terms_and_Conditions_a1e851902a/Kinguin_net_Terms_and_Conditions_a1e851902a.pdf, eneba.com/de/support/article/refund-after-product-purchase, eneba.com/de/support/article/what-is-service-fee, eneba.com/de/is-eneba-legit
Frequently asked questions
Kinguin or Eneba, where is buying keys safer?
Kinguin and Eneba are both marketplaces where independent sellers sell keys. So on both, how safe a purchase is depends on the seller and on the refund rules; the differences are in the table below. On price, Kinguin is ahead: in 10,786 of 15,903 direct comparisons (67.8%), as of 11 Nov 2026.
Are the prices at Kinguin and Eneba final prices?
No. The comparison uses list prices, and fees can be added at checkout. So compare the amount in the last step of your order.
Do Kinguin and Eneba sell the keys themselves?
No, both are marketplaces: independent sellers list the keys and the shop provides the platform. Check the seller's rating before you buy.