3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jun. 30, 2026)


XSWX:DDD 3D Systems Corp XSWX:DDD
56 GF Score
Price CHF2.36
GF Value CHF2.09
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What is 3D Systems Moat Score?

3D Systems XSWX:DDD -0.84% 56 Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 30, 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:DDD with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF2.09. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,473 Hardware companies, 3D Systems ranks better than 97.21% on this metric.

3D Systems has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

3D Systems has Narrow Moat: DDD has a solid position in 3D printing with valuable patents and a strong brand. However, the market is competitive, and while it has some pricing power and innovation capabilities, these are not sufficient 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 3D Systems might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

3D Systems  (XSWX:DDD) 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

3D Systems Moat Score Related Terms

XSWX:DDD vs VELO, QMCO, OSS: Moat Score Comparison

For the Computer Hardware subindustry, 3D Systems'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.

3D Systems Moat Score vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, 3D Systems's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where 3D Systems's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jun. 30, 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, 3D Systems ranks #69 out of 2473 companies in the Hardware industry, placing it in the top 2.8%.
Is 3D Systems' Moat Score too high?
3D Systems' current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, 3D Systems ranks #69 out of 2473 companies in the Hardware industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, 3D Systems has a GF Score™ of 56/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 3D Systems' Moat Score compare to VELO and QMCO?
According to the Hardware industry distribution chart, 3D Systems ranks #69 out of 2473 companies for Moat Score. This places 3D Systems in the top 3% 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 a Hardware company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Hardware 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. 3D Systems's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 3D Systems stock overvalued right now?
3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) has a current Moat Score of 5. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF2.09, compared to a current price of CHF2.36 — trading 12.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. 3D Systems' overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 4 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 3D Systems (XSWX:DDD), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jun. 30, 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 3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3D Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF2.36 is trading 12.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF2.09.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:DDD:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: CHF2.09 vs. price of CHF2.36 (12.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 4 warning signs

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

3D Systems Business Description

Address 333 Three D Systems Circle, Rock Hill, SC, USA, 29730
3D Systems Corp provide comprehensive 3D printing and digital manufacturing solutions, including 3D printers for plastics and metals, materials, software, and services, including maintenance, manufacturing and applications engineering. Its solutions support applications in two key industry verticals: Healthcare Solutions provide surgical planning, implants, instrumentation, and medical education solutions to help medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers accelerate, and ultimately, transform healthcare, and Industrial Solutions which includes aerospace, defense, transportation and general manufacturing. The company operates in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions.
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