Nine services covering every stage of physical product development. Each page has full pricing, real project examples, and a quote form. US-registered. Vietnam-based. ISO-certified facility. From first prototype to small batch production, we handle the full journey with transparent pricing, full IP protection, and a 48-hour quote on every request.

Pricing

Transparent, competitive, no hidden fees

Every quote is itemized line by line. You see every cost before you commit.

30 Day

Rapid Prototyping

Most prototypes completed in 25 to 35 days from brief confirmation to physical delivery.

20+ Units

Small Batch Production

Start with as few as 20 units. No factory minimums. No 500-unit MOQs.

48 hrs

Quote Turnaround

Every project, every time. Full itemized quote within 48 hours.

Full IP

Protection

Work-for-hire terms. US contracts. All output files and work belong to you.

17+

Years of Experience

ISO-certified mold and injection facility. 10,000+ projects completed.

01 / Rapid prototyping

Hold a working version of your idea in 30 days

Before you spend real money on tooling or a big production order, get a physical prototype you can test, show to investors, or put in front of real customers.

  • PriceFrom $2,500
  • Ready in25–35 days
  • Then whatSmall batch from 20 units
Get a rapid prototyping quote
02 / Small batch manufacturing

Start selling before you commit to a big order

Run 20 to 100 real units of your approved design, list them on Amazon, Etsy, or your own store, and see if people actually buy before you risk more capital.

  • PriceQuoted per project
  • Minimum order20 units
  • Then whatShips direct to Amazon FBA
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03 / Small batch injection molding

Get retail-quality parts without a 500-unit order

Most molders won't quote you below 500 to 1,000 units. This gets you real injection-molded parts starting at 50, so you can test the market before scaling up.

  • PriceFrom $500/mold
  • Minimum order50 units
  • Then whatScale up once demand is proven
Get an injection molding quote
04 / IoT product development

Get your connected product built and ready to sell

Building something with an app, a sensor, or a battery inside means more parts that can go wrong. One team handles the circuit board, the software, and the case it ships in, so nothing falls through the cracks between vendors.

  • PriceFrom $3,000
  • CoversCircuit board, app, case
  • Then whatSmall batch from 20 units
Get an IoT development quote
05 / Wood products and furniture

Take a wood product from concept to sellable

Whether it's a decorative piece or flatpack furniture, get consistent, repeatable parts cut by machine, with electronics or lighting built in if your design calls for it.

  • PriceFrom $1,000
  • Ready inVaries by complexity
  • Then whatSmall batch from 20 units
Get a wood products quote
06 / Children's products and toys

Launch a kids' product ready to actually sell

Retailers and marketplaces won't list a children's product without safety certification. That testing gets coordinated through an accredited lab as part of the process, so you're not stuck at the finish line.

  • PriceFrom $2,500
  • Safety testingHandled for you
  • Then whatSmall batch from 20 units
Get a children's products quote
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How our pricing works

Our rate is $25/hr plus materials — everything quoted per project

We do not charge flat service fees. Every project is quoted individually based on the number of engineering hours your product actually requires, plus the cost of materials. Simple products cost less. Complex products cost more. You always see a full breakdown before committing to anything.

The starting prices shown on each service page reflect a typical single-feature product at the lower end of complexity. Your actual quote may be higher or lower depending on the number of parts, materials, electronics, iterations, and production volume you need.

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$25
Per engineering hour
Plus material costs, quoted separately per project.

What affects your quote

  • Number of parts and components
  • Material type and finishing required
  • Electronics, firmware, and connectivity
  • Number of prototype iterations
  • Production volume and batch size
Additional services

Design, strategy, and process services for every stage

Design, strategy, and process services that support every stage of product development.

Flatpack and Packaging Design

Engineer your product to ship flat, reduce dimensional weight, and cut Amazon FBA fees.

Quoted per project

Industrial Design and DFM

Turn a concept sketch into a production-ready design reviewed for manufacturability.

Quoted per project

Production Cost Optimization

Already in production but the per-unit cost is too high? We find savings without touching quality.

Quoted per project

Market Validation and Research

Amazon niche and competitor analysis, customer survey design, and demand validation.

Quoted per project

Packaging Design and Production

Retail-ready packaging, mailer boxes, custom inserts, and FBA-compliant prep.

From $1,000

Patent Research and IP Strategy

Prior art search, patentability assessment, design-around strategy, and US patent filing guidance.

Quoted per project
Our process

From idea to market-ready product

Simple, transparent, and efficient. You see every step before you commit to anything.

Process diagram: an idea goes through consultation and quotation, then a loop of research and design, prototyping (build, test, improve) and client feedback, and ends in production.

How each project works

  1. 01

    Consultation

    We start by understanding your vision: what problem the product solves, who it’s for, what it should be made of, how many units you need, and when. No jargon. No hidden agenda. Just the right questions.

  2. 02

    Quotation

    Once we’ve mapped out your product, we send a clear, itemized quote covering engineering hours at $25/hr, materials, and small batch production cost. No hidden fees. Every line visible before you commit.

  3. 03

    Research and Design

    We research existing products and patents to find smart ways to refine and enhance your idea. Design and functional options are presented for your review before any build begins. Changes here cost nothing.

  4. 04

    Prototyping — Build, Test, Improve

    We build a working prototype, test it, identify problems, and refine it. You approve each milestone before we move to the next. No black boxes.

  5. 05

    Production and Logistics

    Once the prototype is approved, we handle production sampling, full manufacturing run, packaging, quality inspection, and shipping. We ship direct to Amazon FBA for sellers who need it.

A founder reviewing a physical product prototype
Transparent and accessible

Professional product development, without the corporate price tag

The hardware development industry has been opaque, expensive, and exclusive to large corporations for too long. We’re changing that. Every quote is itemized. Every milestone is approved by you. Every file you pay for belongs to you.

We are a US-registered company with US contracts and NDA-first terms. Our facility is in Vietnam — cost-effective production without sacrificing quality or IP protection.

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Our guarantee

What we promise on every project

We believe in fair, transparent, and results-driven partnerships. Here’s what you can count on.

No upfront payment until you approve the quote

Getting a quote is fast, hassle-free, and completely risk-free. You won’t pay a dime until you approve the full project estimate.

No extra charges for delays on our end

If we take longer than the quoted hours to complete your project, you won’t pay for the extra time. The quoted hours are the ceiling, not an estimate.

A fully tested, working product

We don’t just build prototypes — we ensure they function as intended before delivery. You receive a working product, not a visual model.

On-time delivery

Your prototype will be in your hands within the agreed timeline. If something changes on our end, we tell you immediately — not after the fact.

No hidden fees in production

We don’t mark up material or production costs. Our entire profit margin comes only from our engineers’ $25/hr rate. Materials are passed through at cost.

US-based contracts and legal protection

We are a US-registered company. All contracts and payments are handled within the US, so there’s no risk of dealing with international disputes or unenforceable agreements.

Milestone approval, every step

You approve CAD designs, prototype photos, and production samples before we proceed to the next stage. No stage begins without your sign-off. No black boxes, no surprises.

Direct engineer access on every project

Your project gets one or two dedicated engineers from start to finish. No sales reps, no account managers, no communication layers — just you and the people actually building your product.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is PrototyperLab?

PrototyperLab is a product development company specializing in rapid prototyping, small batch manufacturing, and injection molding. We work with solo inventors, Amazon sellers, hardware startups, and small businesses who want to build, test, and sell a physical product without committing to a full factory order. We are US-registered with a production facility in Vietnam.

Where are you located and how does working remotely work?

Our production facility is in Vietnam. We are a US-registered company with English-language contracts and communication. Every project runs on a milestone system: you approve CAD designs, prototype photos, and production samples before we proceed to the next stage. You never need to visit the facility.

Do you sign NDAs?

Yes, always. We sign a mutual NDA before any project information is shared. All design files, CAD models, schematics, and firmware created for your project are your property once the project is paid in full. We work under work-for-hire terms with US contracts.

Who owns the design files and tooling after the project?

You do. All files belong to you once the project is paid in full. If you commission a steel or aluminum injection mold, you own that mold outright once the final invoice is settled. We can ship it to any factory you choose, at any time, with no restrictions.

What is the minimum order for small batch production?

Our minimum for small batch manufacturing is 20 units across all materials. For small batch injection molding using aluminum molds, the minimum is 50 units.

How long does a typical project take from idea to prototype?

Simple physical products: 25 to 35 days. Mid-complexity multi-part products: 4 to 8 weeks. Electronics-integrated products: 2 to 5 months. Children’s products requiring CPSC testing: add 2 to 4 weeks for lab turnaround after the prototype is approved.

How does your $25/hr rate work?

Our base rate is $25 per engineering hour plus material costs. We quote every project individually with a full line-item breakdown so you can see exactly how many hours each stage requires and what materials cost. You always approve the quote before any work begins.

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Ready to build your product?

Send us your idea and we will have a detailed, itemized quote back within 48 hours. No commitment required. NDA signed before anything is shared.

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