As we know that PCB Prototype is not an emerging industry, so that may cause more PCB prototype companies to get involved in a rat race.

To seize Market share, the most popular way is the price war. So today I would like to recommend JLCPCB as the Winner to provide [the Cheapest PCB Prototype](the Cheapest PCB Prototype). I made a comparison for the most popular 2 PCB prototype companies in China as the pictures show.

1.The Gerber viewer for online PCB Price Calculator;

a. JLCPCB can totally display the original design file;

b.PCBWAY can not totally show the file, I do not know they mean to do this or just a bug;

2.Board price;

a.JLCPCB provides 5 pcs 2 layer PCB prototype by only $2(within 100mmx100mm)

b.PCBWAY provides 5 pcs 2 layer PCB prototype by $5 (within 100mmx100mm)

3 The shipping price;

a. By DHL,JLCPCB charges $17.04 while PCBWAY charges for $18

b. By FedEx, JLCPCB charge $18.87 vs PCBWAY need $22

So in conclusion, to make the PCB prototype in China is much cheaper than in the EU or USA, and the time cost is also cheaper than the EU and USA since you can get your PCB samples within 3 days by placing orders in China. while comparing the two most popular companies, JLCPCB is obviously cost-effective in FR4 1-6 layer boards PCB prototype, since they do not provide flexible board, LOL

Also with promotion code"jlcath" you will get extra $2 coupons for your order.