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Auction House categories in WoW Forever beta organize items into search filters. This guide covers all categories, what each sells, and best items.
For broader content, see our AH Flipping, Best Addons, and Gold Making articles.
Quick summary: Total categories: 20+. Best profit categories: gear + consumables + recipes. Use Auctionator for browsing.
AH categories list
| Category | Items | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| Weapons | Swords / Maces / Bows | High |
| Armor | Plate / Mail / Leather / Cloth | High |
| Consumables | Potions / Food / Scrolls | Steady |
| Materials | Cloth / Ore / Leather | High volume |
| Recipes | Patterns / Plans / Formulas | High profit |
| Misc | Reagents / Tokens / Quest | Variable |
Best categories for profit
| Rank | Category | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Recipes | High profit, low volume |
| 2 | Gear (blue/green) | Always demand |
| 3 | Consumables | Steady daily |
| 4 | Materials | High volume |
| 5 | Bags | Always demand |
FAQ
How many AH categories?
20+.
Best profit category?
Recipes (rare drops).
Best for new players?
Consumables (steady).
Final verdict
Use Auctionator to scan categories. Focus on recipes + consumables for profit.
For more content, see our AH Flipping, Best Addons, and Gold Making articles.