Airsoft is a really fun outdoor activity that can get pretty expensive, especially if you want a high-quality airsoft gun. Maybe you don’t have a budget for high-end guns. Maybe you’re a newbie and want to try playing airsoft first to see if it’s the right activity for you before spending a lot of money on a decent gun. Maybe you’re buying the first airsoft gun for your kid. No matter the reasons, you’ve come to the right place as in today’s article we’re bringing you a list of best airsoft guns under $100.
Many airsoft veterans will advise you to forget cheap airsoft guns and get something more serious, at least in the $150-350 price range as you won’t find a good option under $100. While they are not completely wrong, it doesn’t mean that you can’t find a decent option under $100. It may not feature great build quality, durability, or performance of more expensive replicas, but not everyone is an airsoft enthusiast willing to spend a lot of money on the gun. Actually some of the cheaper guns feel and perform like more expensive airsoft guns well over $100.
So without further ado, let’s take a look at the best cheap airsoft guns under $100.
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Best Cheap Airsoft Guns Under $100: Our Favorite Budget Options
There are many different weapon types in airsoft, from pistols and rifles to shotguns and sniper rifles. They all have their purpose and which type you should choose actually depends on the role you’re going to play. So we decided to split this list based on weapon types and bring you our recommendations for each type.
Best Budget AEG Rifles Under $100: Our Recommendations For Cheap Airsoft AEGs
Let’s start with our picks for best budget AEG rifles you can purchase under $100. If you’re a beginner and just want to try playing airsoft so that you can decide is it the right activity for you, maybe AEG rifle would be the best choice for you.
Umarex HK Heckler & Koch HK416 AEG 6mm BB Rifle Airsoft Gun
Umarex HK416 AEG is a fully licensed replica made of ABS Polymer. It features flip-up front and rear sights, a high capacity magazine that holds 250 rounds, adjustable stock, and integrated tactical railing and shoots at around 340 FPS.
Umarex HK416 is a great choice for airsoft beginners who want a compact, and lightweight AEG with decent accuracy and range and our top pick for AEG under $100
Umarex HK416 is a solid choice in its price range – it has good accuracy, adjustable hop-up, and upgradeable internals. Also, it features an integrated polymer rail system so you can attach various tactical accessories, rechargeable battery, and polymer gearbox with metal components. It’s comfortable to use, affordable, feels realistic and is fun to play with. Unfortunately, it’s not a metal AEG so don’t expect great durability.
Still, it is a great choice for airsoft beginners who want a compact, and lightweight AEG with decent accuracy and range and our top pick for AEG under $100.
Features
- AEG powered airsoft rifle
- Fully Licensed by Heckler & Koch
- Made from High-Grade ABS Polymer
- Front Railed Handguard for tactical accessories
- Semi-auto and full-auto shooting
- High capacity 250-round mag capacity
- Shoots 6mm plastic airsoft BBs at up to 340 fps
- Flip-up front and rear sights
- Includes battery and charger
- Fully adjustable crane stock
- Adjustable hop-up chamber
- The full metal inner barrel
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Double Eagle M900E Tactical AK-47 Airsoft Rifle
Double Eagle M900E Tactical AK-47 is one more solid choice if you’re looking for AEG under $100. It’s made from lightweight and durable polymer and it features adjustable hop-up, adjustable rear sight, a high-cap magazine that holds 450 rounds, and supports semi and full-auto firing modes. Double Eagle M900E Tactical AK-47 shoots at around 350 FPS with 0.20g BBs and has a RIS handguard so you can easily mount various accessories like red dot sights, flashlights, or lasers. It also has folding skeleton stock which allows this rifle to be shoulder-fired when it’s not folded but it also can be pretty efficient for CQB engagements if you fold it.
Double Eagle M900E Tactical AK-47 is our second choice behind Umarex HK Heckler & Koch HK416 if you’re looking for an AEG rifle under $100.
The magazine tends to misfeed here and there, and it’s not the most accurate option out there. Also, folding stock is plastic and doesn’t feel sturdy. Still, it’s a good budget option for beginners that comes with an adjustable hop-up, high-cap magazine, and has decent battery life. This is our second choice behind Umarex HK Heckler & Koch HK416 if you’re looking for an AEG rifle under $100.
Features
- AEG powered airsoft rifle
- Polymer Construction
- Folding Skeleton Stock
- Folding AK Foregrip
- RIS Handguard
- Adjustable Rear Sight
- Full, semi-auto, and safety modes
- Shoots at around 350 FPS with 0.20g BBs
- Magazine capacity: 450 Rounds
- Battery & Charger Included
- Metal Barrel
- Adjustable Hop-up
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You can purchase Double Eagle M900E Tactical AK-47 Airsoft Rifle on Airsoft Station, or Airsoft Pal.
Firepower F4-D M4 Full Auto Electric Airsoft Rifle
Firepower F4-D M4 Full Auto is an entry-level AEG made from polymer. It’s lightweight but don’t expect great durability from this one. But as a beginner’s gun, it’s not a bad choice in its price range. Firepower F4-D M4 is built on the popular M4 platform and features 4 rails system (which allows you to mount various accessories), fixed front sight, hop-up unit, and an adjustable stock which makes it a good choice for both CQB and long-range engagements. It also can hold 500 BBs and comes with many cool tactical accessories which include a tactical forward grip, a laser aiming module, and a tactical flashlight. The rechargeable battery and battery charger are also included in the package.
Adjustable stock makes it a good choice for both CQB and long-range engagements
Unfortunately, it’s rather low-power as it shoots at around 200 FPS with 0.12g BBs, and included accessories are not the best (to be perfectly honest they are almost useless). The mounted sight on top is not functional. It is actually a magazine that holds BBs, and the magazine holds a rechargeable battery.
This is not a bad option for total beginners or if you’re buying the first airsoft gun for your kid to shoot in the backyard and don’t want to spend a lot of money as it costs around $50. Otherwise, stay away as in our opinion, there are much better options under $100.
Features
- ABS Polymer Construction
- Full-auto firing mode
- Adjustable stock
- Tactical Flashlight included
- Laser aiming module included
- Vertical Grip included
- Tactical forward grip
- Velocity: 200 FPS with 0.12g BBs
- Battery is hidden within the magazine
- Battery and charger included
- Holds up to 500 BBs
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Double Eagle M4 AEG w/ Underbarrel Tri-Shot Launcher
This is one nice looking and intimidating AEG by Double Eagle. Made from polymer, this M4 replica comes with underbarrel tri-shot shotgun. It features adjustable hop-up and LE style stock, full and semi-auto firing modes, and a high-cap magazine that holds 240 rounds. Double Eagle M4 AEG also has plenty of rail space so you can add various accessories like scopes, optics, flashlights, and lasers. The pump-action shotgun is spring-powered and will provide nice backup in close quarters or if you find yourself without bullets and don’t have time to recharge.
While this wouldn’t be our first choice for AEG under $100 this 2-In-1 combination is a solid choice in its price range and fun and easy to use for beginners.
Features
- Adjustable hop-up
- Polymer construction
- Adjustable LE Style Stock
- Full and semi-auto firing modes
- Picatinny railed upper receiver and RIS system that holds the battery
- Reinforced polymer gears (LPEG)
- Shoots at around 320 FPS with 0.20g BBs
- High capacity magazine with 240 BBs
- 8.4v 650mAh Battery & 250mAh Charger Included
- Pump Action Launcher Shotgun shoots at around 325 FPS with 0.20g BBs
- Plastic gearbox and internals
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You can purchase Double Eagle M4 AEG w/ Underbarrel Tri-Shot Launcher on Airsoft Station, or Airsoft Pal.
JG Scorpion R2 VZ61 VZ-61 100% Tokyo Marui Clone Airsoft Electric SMG
And now something little different and more compact on our list of best airsoft guns under $100 – JG Scorpion R2 VZ61. Yes, we know, this is more AEP than a rifle but we decided to include it as we think it’s a better choice than some rifles under $100. This realistic Scorpion replica comes from China’s manufacturer JG (Jing Gong) and is a clone of the much more expensive Tokyo Marui Scorpion. JG Scorpion R2 VZ61 is a compact AEG perfect for CQB that features adjustable metal front and rear sights, fiber handgrip, bottom rail mount for attaching tactical accessories, and adjustable hop-up. If you’re not familiar hop-up is a mechanism that creates a back-spin effect on airsoft BBs to increase their range and accuracy through a Magnus effect.
It’s a well-built gun as most parts, like the lower frame and stock, are metal with exception of the grip which is made of polymer. The length of the gun is adjustable as the stock can be folded (total length is 270mm with folded stock and 522mm with extended stock). JG Scorpion R2 VZ61 can shoot in single and full-auto modes in the 235-265 FPS range.
It’s a good choice for CQB or a backup gun if you play as a sniper. Its range isn’t that impressive but it is more than enough if you’re mostly into CQB scenarios. The same goes for accuracy – under 100 feet this gun is pretty accurate. While the standard magazine can’t hold too many rounds you can get a drum magazine for this AEP which drastically increases capacity. It holds 370 rounds and costs around $15.
For under $100 you’ll get a compact SMG with a high rate of fire, solid build quality, great accuracy under 100 feet, and good battery life.
Features
- Adjustable hop-up
- Adjustable metal front and rear sights
- Metal lower frame
- Blast finish heavyweight upper receiver
- Fiber hand grip
- Metal folding stock
- Bottom rail mount for attaching tactical equipment
- Muzzle velocity: 235-265 FPS
- Mode: Single / Full-Auto
- Full-Auto shooting speed: 850 rds/min
- Length: 270mm with folded stock and 522mm with extended stock
- Inner barrel length: 127.5mm
- Weight: 1100.00g
- Set includes: Gun with the magazine, bottom rail mount, 450mah 7.2V micro battery, and battery charger
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Best Budget Airsoft Handguns Under $100: Top Picks For Cheap Airsoft Pistols And Revolvers
We said that maybe the best choice for a total beginner would be the AEG rifle, but personally, I would choose some decent handgun in this price range. So we’re bringing you a list of the best airsoft handguns (pistols And revolvers) that you can buy for under $100.
Umarex Walther P99
Umarex Walther P99 is a gas-powered (CO2) airsoft gun that features a built-in hop-up system, full metal slide, and blowback action which means you’ll get a decent recoil when firing. By the way, Walther P99 was made famous by the James Bond franchise as it was the main sidearm of agent 007 from 1997 (Bond started using it in Tomorrow Never Dies) to 2008. It replaced the Walther PPK as Bond’s favorite pistol but was then again replaced by Walter PPK after the release of Quantum of Solace in 2008.
If you’re looking for an airsoft handgun under $100 this great-looking Walther P99 replica would be one of our top picks.
This officially licensed gun is a pretty realistic and great-looking replica of the Walther P99 with an improved loading nozzle that shoots at 380 FPS with 0.20g BBs and provides a decent accuracy and range. It is also heavy so it adds to that realistic feel. It has a textured grip (which also hides CO2 container) so it rests firmly in your hand and it comes with 2 15 BB magazines and a Weaver accessory rail for easy mounting of various accessories. The magazine is not realistic looking or very durable and the outer barrel is made of plastic – we would prefer a full-metal construction.
Umarex Walther P99 is a very good option if you’re looking for a handgun under $100. You get a well-built and durable GBB gun with a nice recoil and accuracy that performs like more expensive airsoft guns well over $100. But maybe it isn’t the best choice for total beginners as gas-powered airsoft guns require more attention and maintenance than AEGs and are more expensive as they require frequent replacement of the chambers. If you’re looking for an airsoft handgun under $100 this would be one of our top picks.
Features
- Officially Licensed Walther P99 Airsoft Pistol
- CO2 Powered Blowback Action
- Metal slide blows back providing a realistic kick
- Hop-up system built-in
- Generation 2 Improved Loading Nozzle
- Drop-out BB magazine for added realism
- CO2 concealed in the grip
- FPS: 380 with 0.20g BBs
- Semi-auto, double-action trigger
- Comes with 2 15-BB removable magazines
- Front Weaver accessory rail for pistol lights/lasers
- Fixed front and rear sights
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Elite Force H8R Gen 2 CO2 Revolver
This powerful and great-looking gas-powered revolver comes from Elite Force and is made from polymer. Elite Force H8R Gen 2 CO2 Revolver features adjustable hop-up, green fiber optic sight, single and double shot action, a safety lever located behind the hammer, and a 10 round rotary magazine that slides in or out of a fixed cylinder. It is powered by a 12g CO2 cartridge housed within the pistol’s grip which feels good in the hand. The gun isn’t too heavy but also it isn’t too light and doesn’t feel cheap and plasticky.
This great-looking revolver is an excellent choice in its price range and one of our top picks if you’re looking for a handgun under $100.
It also has top and bottom 20mm accessory rails – the bottom one for mounting lights and lasers and the one on top for the red dot sights. Although it’s not metal, Elite Force H8R Gen 2 is a sturdy and durable airsoft handgun. The cylinder doesn’t spin which would be very nice, but then again this is an airsoft revolver under $100. CO2 consumption is rather low and you can shoot around 150-200 rounds before changing the capsule.
This futuristic-looking revolver is popular in the airsoft community. And it’s not hard to see why. It’s affordable yet well-built, gas efficient, fun to use, comfortable, and gives a player decent performance. This is an excellent choice in its price range and one of our top picks if you’re looking for a handgun under $100.
Features
- Adjustable hop-up
- Polymer body
- Gas-powered airsoft gun (CO2)
- Top and bottom 20mm accessory rail
- Ergonomic grip w/ in grip CO2
- Easy to change rotary magazine
- Firing Mode: DA/SA
- Integrated safety
- Green fiber optic sights
- Muzzle Velocity: 325-340 FPS with 0.20g BBs
- Comes with 5 10-shot clips
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Umarex Beretta Elite II CO2 Airsoft Pistol
One more solid choice from Umarex if you’re looking for an airsoft handgun under $100. This gas-powered (CO2) non-blowback pistol is a fully licensed Beretta replica made from polymer with a metal inner barrel. Umarex Beretta Elite II CO2 features a non-adjustable hop-up unit, Weaver/Picatinny rail under the barrel for easy mounting of laser sights and flashlights, and a magazine that holds 15 rounds. It shoots at around 380 FPS with 0.20g BBs and is powered by 12g CO2 cartridge housed within the pistol’s grip.
This gas-powered gun provides a decent range and the accuracy and decent weight of the gun adds to that realistic feel. It doesn’t feature adjustable hop-up and build quality isn’t the best but it is still a good option for those on a budget or new players.
Features
- Fully Licensed Beretta
- Gas Non-Blowback
- Polymer Construction
- Fixed rear and front sights
- Semi-automatic firing
- Metal inner barrel
- Manual safety
- Non-Adjustable hop-up unit
- Gas Type: 12g CO2 Cartridge
- Muzzle Velocity: 380 FPS with 0.20g BBs
- Magazine: 15+1 rounds
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You can purchase Umarex Beretta Elite II CO2 Airsoft Pistol on Airsoft Station, or Evike.
WE Tech 1911 3.8 Baby Hi-Capa Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol
This is a great choice for a handgun in its price range. For under $100 you get a full metal gas-powered (Green gas) airsoft gun with an adjustable hop-up and pretty realistic blowback action that shoots at around 310 FPS with 0.20g BBs. WE Tech have maybe the most diverse set of GBBs and are known for making pretty realistic replicas.
WE Tech 1911 3.8 Baby Hi-Capa is no exception. It looks and feels great and features a full metal frame and slide that slides with each round fired giving you that satisfactory feeling with the kick and sound, slip-resistant grip, high-quality internals, white tri-dot combat sights, three-hole metal trigger, a 20mm Picatinny accessory rail so you can easily attach various tactical accessories like flashlights and lasers, and a magazine that holds 23 rounds. WE Tech 1911 3.8 Baby Hi-Capa is gas efficient and fires at a consistent rate.
It is powered by Green gas, which is filled into the magazine, and this could be a problem if you play in winter conditions as green gas doesn’t perform well in the cold weather. Also, WE Tech guns are not the most reliable out there which doesn’t mean you’ll have problems with this one. My friend owns one for two years now and didn’t have any problems with it.
It’s a well-built gas-powered compact pistol with a decent weight which adds to that realistic feel. It’s also gas efficient, fun to use, comfortable, and provides you with decent range and accuracy. And recoil is probably the most satisfactory of all the guns on our list. So it’s easy to see why this is one of our top choices for a handgun under $100.
Features
- Operation: Gas Blowback
- Propellant: Green Gas
- Full Metal Slide and Frame
- Adjustable Hop-up
- Realistic Blowback Action
- Slip-Resistant Pistol Grip Wrap
- White Tri-Dot Combat Sights
- 20mm Picatinny Accessory Rail
- Ambidextrous Thumb Safety & Beavertail Safety
- Front & Rear Slide Serrations
- Metal Commander Style Hammer
- Skeletonized Metal Trigger
- Muzzle velocity: 310 FPS with 0.20g BB
- Magazine capacity: 23rds
- Weight: 1.7lbs
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You can purchase WE Tech 1911 3.8 Baby Hi-Capa Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol on Airsoft Megastore, or Airsoft Station.
ASG Dan Wesson WG CO2 Full Metal High Power Airsoft 6mm Magnum Gas Revolver
This powerful and massive gas-powered (CO2) revolver that shoots at around 499 FPS with 0.20g BBs also made it on our list of airsoft pistols and revolvers with the highest FPS. Made by ASG and licensed by Dan Wesson, this Magnum revolver looks badass and pretty intimidating. It’s made from metal (except for the grip) and features adjustable metal rear sight which can be adjusted for elevation and windage, a detachable Weaver rail, and a double-action trigger system. The ergonomic grip is made from hard ABS plastic and stores the 12g CO2 cartridge which is easily accessible by sliding the grip back. The magazine capacity is 6 rounds.
ASG Dan Wesson WG CO2 Magnum Gas Revolver is very accurate and if you mount a scope on it can serve as a sniper replacement. It shoots fast and hits pretty hard so your opponents will think twice before confronting you. Unfortunately, this revolver doesn’t have a hop-up or recoil, has only six shots, and takes some time to reload. Still, this realistic and great looking replica is really fun to use and one of the best revolvers under $100.
Features
- System: Gas Non-Blowback
- Hopup: No
- Heavyweight full metal construction
- High power gas system
- Gas Type: 12gram CO2 Cartridge
- Adjustable rear sight
- Detachable Weaver rail
- Ergonomic pistol grip
- Hidden CO2 Cartridge Compartment
- Muzzle velocity: 480~499 FPS with 0.20g BBs and CO2 Gas
- Fire mode: Semi-Auto, Safety
- 6x Heavyweight Brass Shells included
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Best Budget Airsoft Shotgun Under $100
We wouldn’t recommend shotgun as your first and only airsoft gun. Like we said, if you’re just starting with airsoft, get AEG (or airsoft handgun). But if you would like to have a little fun blasting opponents with a shotgun without breaking a bank we’re bringing you our recommendation for the best cheap airsoft shotgun under $100.
CYMA Polymer M870 3-Round Burst Multi-Shot Shell Loading Airsoft Shotgun
The M870 shotgun is one of the most popular shotguns used by military and law enforcement units and CYMA did a pretty good job of replicating it as this airsoft replica feels good and looks pretty realistic. Although it’s not metal, this M870 shotgun from CYMA, one of the oldest and the largest airsoft manufacturers, feels quite sturdy. The pump feels a little wobbly but it doesn’t feel like it’s going to break or fall off and gives the player a satisfying pump sound. It’s spring-powered and features fixed hop-up, front and rear sling swivels, and a rubber butt pad.
If you’re looking for an airsoft shotgun under $100 this is probably the best choice. It is well-made and doesn’t feel cheap as it combines polymer with metal parts to give you that heavier and more realistic feel. Its range isn’t impressive nor the accuracy, but then again, this is a shotgun and it is not designed to hit small and distant targets like soda cans. It shoots 3 BBs at the same time spreading them just enough to be effective, especially for CQB.
Features
- System: High Power Spring
- Fixed hop-up
- Lightweight and durable injection-molded polymer construction
- Pump action design chambers three rounds at once with each rack of the pump
- Tri-shot design fires three BBs with each pull of the trigger
- Polymer stock and fore-end
- Front and rear sling swivels
- Fire Modes: 3-Round Burst, Safety
- Rubber butt pad
- Utilizes Tokyo Marui 30 round shotshells
- Authentic 870 styling
- Muzzle velocity: 280-306 FPS with 0.20g BBs
- Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds/shell
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Best Cheap Airsoft Sniper Rifles Under $100
Just like we said for shotguns, if you’re buying your first (and only) airsoft gun then we don’t recommend starting with a sniper. But if you’re looking for an affordable sniper to play around a little before you decide is it for you then look no further. We bring you the best cheap airsoft sniper under $100.
CYMA Standard VSR-10 Bolt Action Airsoft Sniper Rifle
This pretty realistic looking spring-powered airsoft sniper rifle from CYMA will be a perfect choice for those who love classic design. CYMA VSR-10 Bolt Action Airsoft Sniper Rifle features adjustable hop-up, metal bolt assembly and trigger box with durable weather resistant finish and comes with 55 round magazine.
It’s a pretty powerful sniper rifle as it shoots at around 450 FPS with 0.20g BBs. Unfortunately, this sniper rifle doesn’t come with a scope. Instead, you get a pair of iron sights and the rear sight is adjustable for windage and elevation. Thankfully you can easily purchase a scope for CYMA Standard VSR-10 Bolt Action Airsoft Sniper Rifle without breaking a bank.
It’s a very good choice for a sniper rifle under $100 that performs very well out of the box. CYMA VSR-10 Bolt Action Sniper Rifle feels sturdy and durable, it’s pretty accurate and has a decent range.
Features
- Spring-powered bolt-action
- Adjustable hop-up
- Heavy-duty metal bolt assembly and trigger box with durable weather-resistant finish
- Precision aluminum barrel for improved accuracy and consistency
- BAR-10 compatible spring system
- Functional safety
- Muzzle velocity: 400-450 FPS with 0.20g BBs
- Length: 115cm
- Weight: 2440g
- Fire modes: Bolt-Action
- Magazine Capacity: 55 Rounds
- Package Includes: Sniper Rifle, 55 round magazine
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Summary
As we said, you can find a decent quality airsoft gun under $100. You don’t need to spend a ton of money on a gun, especially if you’re a newcomer to the world of airsoft. Just be careful when purchasing as you can easily purchase a really terrible gun in this price range that will destroy the experience for you.
If you’re a beginner and just want to try airsoft so that you can decide is it the right activity for you, we suggest that you pick an AEG rifle. Our top pick is Umarex HK Heckler & Koch HK416 AEG 6mm BB Rifle Airsoft Gun. And if you already own an airsoft rifle and want to purchase a handgun without breaking a bank we recommend Umarex Walther P99 or WE Tech 1911 3.8 Baby Hi-Capa Gas Blowback Airsoft Pistol if you’re looking for a pistol. If you don’t care is it a pistol or revolver then our first choice would be Elite Force H8R Gen 2 CO2 Revolver.
We hope that you found this article helpful. If you have some other questions feel free to contact us.
