When you first start playing Path of Exile 2, it can feel hard to know which items are so strong that they are “worth mirroring.” Don’t worry—this guide will explain everything in simple words, just like talking to a friend at school. We’ll also mix in some real tips, PoE 2 currency ideas, and ways beginners can avoid wasting time.
What Does “Worth Mirroring” Even Mean?
A Mirror is one of the most valuable pieces of PoE 2 currency in the entire game. It lets you make a perfect copy of another player’s item. Because Mirrors are so rare, many beginners think, “How do I know if an item is REALLY good enough to copy?”
The rule is simple: mirror only the items that are the best of the best—not just good, but almost impossible to beat.
Check 1: Look for “Perfect or Near-Perfect” Mods
If an item has many strong stats rolled at the highest or almost-highest numbers, it might be mirror-worthy. For example:
Super high % increased damage
Very high life or energy shield
Rare dual or triple resistance combinations
Special influenced mods that you almost never see
Beginner tip: compare the item with other items on trade. If you keep scrolling and still see nothing better, that’s a good sign.
Check 2: Does the Item Fit a Meta Build?
Some items look cool but nobody uses them. A mirror-worthy item must help one or more top builds, like powerful bow, spell, or minion setups.
If a strong build guide recommends something similar, your item might be very valuable. It’s even better if the item works for several classes.
Check 3: Count the “Perfect Synergy”
A mirror-worthy item has stats that all help the same goal.
Example:
A bow with:
High base damage
Attack speed
Crit chance
Crit multiplier
All of these work together perfectly. That’s synergy.
If an item has random stats that don’t connect, it’s not good for mirroring.
Check 4: See If People Would Buy PoE 2 Currency to Afford It
A funny way to judge value is to ask yourself: “Is this item so strong that players might buy PoE 2 currency just to get a copy of it?”
If the answer is yes, then it’s probably special.
Many of the top items people mirror—like insane amulets, crazy rare weapons, or high-end armor—are so powerful that players farm for weeks or buy PoE 2 currency to afford them.
Check 5: Compare with Crafted Items
Sometimes you can craft something stronger than the item you’re judging. Try checking:
What is the maximum possible roll?
Could someone easily craft something better using Chaos Orbs, Exalted Orbs, or Perfect Regal Orbs?
If the answer is “no, crafting something better is almost impossible,” then the item might be mirror-worthy.
Beginner-Friendly Shortcuts
Use trade search filters to see the “top items” and compare them.
Ask in community chats—players love rating items.
If at least 10 people tell you “This is insane,” you probably have something big.
You can check pricing sites like u4gm to learn what kinds of items players spend high-end currency on. This helps you understand the market faster.
A mirror-worthy item should be:
Extremely rare
Almost perfect
Useful in strong builds
Hard or impossible to beat
If you follow these simple steps, even as a beginner, you’ll quickly learn how to judge top-tier gear and make smart decisions in the PoE 2 currency economy.
