The numbers
| Sells for | $13 to $19 |
|---|---|
| Print time | 4 to 5.5 h |
| Filament | 90 to 130 g |
| Cost per item | $6.91 |
| Marketplace fees | $1.97 |
| Left per sale | $7.12 |
| Per print hour | $1.50 |
| Demand (niche) | Medium |
| Competition | High |
| Legal and licence risk | Low |
| Evidence | Seen on Etsy |
Estimates for one item at the middle of the price range, after filament, power, machine wear, marketplace fees and your time at $15 an hour. Shipping not included. Not sales data.
How the score adds up
Profit per print hour4/30
Demand15/25
Low competition5/20
Low legal risk15/15
Evidence quality6/10
Demand and legal risk come from the niche Remote control holders.
Seen for sale: 3D Printed Remote Control Holder Stand. Prices change, open the listing to check.
Why it can work
- Low brand or licence risk if the design is your own
Why it might fail
- Crowded market, so prices can fall fast
- Under $2 estimated profit per print hour
Be aware before you sell
Free models often forbid commercial use, so check each listing before selling prints. Fitted holders naming Samsung, Roku or Fire Stick must only use those brands to describe compatibility. Etsy asks for your own original design, so a licensed file may not qualify.
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