"OEM" and "ODM" get used interchangeably by buyers who are new to sourcing, but they describe two different relationships with a manufacturer.
ODM (Original Design Manufacturer) means you take a factory's existing product design and put your own logo and branding on it. The design belongs to the factory. This is the fastest, lowest-cost way to launch a branded product, since no engineering work is required on your end.
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) means you provide your own specifications, and the factory builds to your design. You own the design. This costs more in engineering time but gives you a differentiated product competitors can't simply order themselves.
Most smart home brands start with ODM to get to market quickly, then move specific product lines to OEM once they have proof of demand and want to differentiate.
At Rez-ti, we support both models. Our standard catalog (switches, drivers, sensors) is available ODM-style with your branding applied. For partners who want custom parameters (output voltage, cable length, connector type, enclosure design), our engineering team supports full OEM development.
FAQ
Which one is cheaper to start with?
ODM.
You're buying an existing design, so there's no engineering cost, just branding and minimum order quantity.
Can I switch from ODM to OEM later on the same product line?
Yes. Many partners start ODM on our standard catalog, then move to OEM once they want custom specs the standard product doesn't cover.
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