Top 10 prototyping tips (+ comparisons)

As product developers, there is no better way of learning how well your concept will work is to build a physical prototype.

Depending on your specific requirements, your prototype doesn’t need to be super elaborate or complicated.

In essence, your prototype should be designed to answer questions you still have about your design. You may need to verify functionality, performance, assembly fitment, ergonomics or other crucial attributes that may have been too difficult to assess through sketches, 3D CAD or other “desk-based” tools and evaluations.

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