Proto Labs (WBO:PRLB) Moat Score: 6/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


WBO:PRLB Proto Labs Inc WBO:PRLB
62 GF Score
Price €70.20
GF Value €38.42
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Proto Labs Moat Score?

Proto Labs WBO:PRLB -1.47% 62 Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates WBO:PRLB with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of €38.42 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 3,042 Industrial Products companies, Proto Labs ranks better than 98.95% on this metric.

Proto Labs has the Moat Score of 6, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Proto Labs has Narrow Moat: Proto Labs has a strong narrow moat with proprietary technology and a leading position in rapid prototyping. It benefits from customer switching costs and consistent innovation, but lacks the scale for a wide moat.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Proto Labs might have Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide.

Proto Labs  (WBO:PRLB) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Proto Labs Moat Score Related Terms

WBO:PRLB vs RYZ, WOR, MEC: Moat Score Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, Proto Labs's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Proto Labs Moat Score vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Proto Labs's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Proto Labs's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 6 mean?
Proto Labs (WBO:PRLB) has a Moat Score of 6 as of Jun. 29, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Proto Labs ranks #32 out of 3042 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 1.1%.
Is Proto Labs' Moat Score too high?
Proto Labs' current Moat Score is 6. Based on the distribution chart, Proto Labs ranks #32 out of 3042 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Proto Labs has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Proto Labs' Moat Score compare to RYZ and WOR?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Proto Labs ranks #32 out of 3042 companies for Moat Score. This places Proto Labs in the top 1% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for an Industrial Products company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Industrial Products industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Proto Labs's current Moat Score is 6. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Proto Labs stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Proto Labs (WBO:PRLB) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €38.42, compared to a current price of €70.20 — trading 82.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 6. Proto Labs' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Proto Labs (WBO:PRLB), the current Moat Score is 6 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Proto Labs (WBO:PRLB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Proto Labs stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €70.20 is trading 82.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of €38.42. GuruFocus considers Proto Labs to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for WBO:PRLB:

  • Moat Score: 6
  • GF Value™: €38.42 vs. price of €70.20 (82.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the WBO:PRLB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Proto Labs Business Description

Other Exchanges PRLB:USA0KRR:UKPRZ:Germany
Address 5540 Pioneer Creek Drive, Maple Plain, MN, USA, 55359
Proto Labs Inc is an on-demand manufacturer of custom parts for prototyping and short-run production. The company offers developers and engineers quick-turn production services to reduce the time to market. The Lab uses injection molding, computer numerical control machining, and 3-D printing, and sheet metal to manufacture custom parts for its clients. The company services clients' needs for prototype solutions, parts for testing procedures, bridge production capabilities during disruptions in manufacturing processes, limited-quantity requests, and end-of-life production support. Geographically, a majority of the company's revenue is derived from the United States and the rest from Europe.
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