The numbers
| Sells for | $22 to $45 |
|---|---|
| Print time | 5 to 9 h |
| Filament | 100 to 180 g |
| Cost per item | $8.00 |
| Marketplace fees | $3.63 |
| Left per sale | $21.87 |
| Per print hour | $3.12 |
| Demand (niche) | Medium |
| Competition | Medium |
| Legal and licence risk | Low |
| Evidence | Idea to test |
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 hour9/30
Demand15/25
Low competition12/20
Low legal risk15/15
Evidence quality2/10
Demand and legal risk come from the niche Steam Deck stands and docks. An idea to test can score 69 at most until someone has seen it for sale.
Why it can work
- Low brand or licence risk if the design is your own
- Seasonal demand: November to December gifting
Why it might fail
- Thin public evidence, so treat these numbers with care
Be aware before you sell
Free MakerWorld stands exist, but files were not checked and Etsy reportedly wants your own design. Steam Deck is Valve's name, so use compatibility wording; no related takedown was found. Etsy asks for your own original design, so a licensed file may not qualify.
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