Physical Prototypes
Physical prototypes are items or objects made to resemble the design in all aspects, including interaction, functionality, fabrication, and appearance. They are normally used to test user context, their interaction with the product design, users’ intention for it, product performance, its production process, and assembling possibility.

POC Proof of Concept Prototype
Proof of Concept prototype helps the producer evaluate the feasibility of a design concept as regards the part or product. It helps to test the basic functionality of a design concept as to how it answers the questions posed during the design process.
POC helps you check whether the product matches the expectations you had during the design process. It gives you a preliminary physical view of your digital creation and how it fulfilled your design dreams.
Functional Prototype
This type of prototype, as the name goes, helps to evaluate the functionality of a design for a component. Most times, the product is used for the purpose or the part fixed into the framework to test how it fits. Functional prototyping also helps you identify correctable flaws in the design and improve the satisfaction of the final user or client.
Form Study Prototype
Form study prototype helps to examine the shape and size of a particular product or component design before the final production. It also aids in the evaluation of the ergonomics and aesthetics of the design and material choice in physical form before the final execution.
User Experience Prototype
A user experience prototype tests the ability of the user to effortlessly utilize the product of a particular design. It evaluates the experience of the user and therefore is a test indicator that simulates the relationship between the product and the user.
Preproduction Prototype
These prototypes are more or less made from the same resources, procedures, dimensions, and instructions as the final product. The main purpose of preproduction prototypes is the validation of the production and packaging processes. You can also use them to examine and confirm the consistency and quality of the product while arranging the transition process. Preproduction prototypes also come in handy for making product regulations or marketing.