What Has Been The Historical And Current Growth Of The 3D Scanning Market?
The 3d scanning market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• In the past few years, the 3D scanning market has seen substantial growth. The market size, which was at $5.67 billion in 2024, is expected to surge to $6.1 billion in 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%.
The historic period's growth has been fueled by increased demand in sectors such as healthcare, automotive and aerospace, entertainment and gaming, and cultural heritage preservation.
What Will Be The 3D Scanning Market Size In The Future?
The 3d scanning market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• Expectations are high for the 3D scanning market to experience accelerated growth over the forthcoming years, with predictions placing its worth at $9.32 billion by 2029, resulting from a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1%.
The factors propelling this growth within the projected period include advancements in industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, increased e-commerce and customization trends, automation in inspection and quality assurance, plus innovations in healthcare. Noteworthy trends for the period under consideration include the integration of augmented reality (AR), improvements in lidar technology, the usage of portable and handheld scanners, as well as an upsurge in automation in post-processing and preservation of environmental and cultural heritage.
What Are The Essential Drivers Behind The Growth Of The 3D Scanning Market?
The increased requirements for virtual and augmented reality are projected to stimulate the expansion of the 3D scanning market. Virtual reality, generated by sophisticated computer technology, produces a 3D environment with objects and environments that feel authentic to the user, creating a sense of envelopment. 3D scanning adds value by integrating actual objects and surroundings in a digital universe that can be tapped into from afar. For example, International Data Corporation, an American firm specializing in media, events and research, reported a 241.6% surge in global VR headset shipments in the first quarter of 2022, compared to the previous year's equivalent period. Consequently, the escalating demand for virtual and augmented reality is set to drive the growth of the 3D scanning market.
What are the Market Segments in the 3D Scanning Market?
The 3D scanning market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Optical Scanner, Laser Scanner, Structured Light Scanner
2) By Offering: Hardware, Software, Services
3) By Application: Entertainment and Media, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, Civil and Architecture, Industrial Manufacturing, Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By Optical Scanner: Handheld Optical Scanners, Fixed Optical Scanners
2) By Laser Scanner: Time-of-Flight Laser Scanners, Phase-Shift Laser Scanners
3) By Structured Light Scanner: Triangulation-Based Structured Light Scanners, Fringe Projection Scanners
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What Trends are Shaping the 3D Scanning Market?
Leading firms in the 3D scanning market are focusing on launching innovative products like professional 3D Scanners to enhance precision and efficiency. These professional 3D scanners are sophisticated gadgets designed to capture the exact shape and look of physical objects and create detailed 3D digital models useful in sectors such as manufacturing, engineering, architecture, and healthcare. For example, Revopoint, a company based in China that specializes in 3D scanning technology, introduced the MetroX 3D Scanner for professional use in October 2024. The MetroX utilizes crossline lasers and full-field structured light scanning to capture up to 7 million points per second. Boasting an impressive accuracy of 0.03 mm, the scanner provides high precision for industries like metrology, rapid prototyping, and product design. The MetroX is notable for its cost-effectiveness and user-friendly platform, which extends the reach of advanced scanning to a broader spectrum of professionals.
Who Are the Key Players in the 3D Scanning Market?
Major companies operating in the 3D scanning market include:
• Carl Zeiss AG
• Konica Minolta Inc.
• Hexagon AB
• Autodesk Inc.
• Nikon Corporation
• Trimble Inc.
• Topcon Corporation
• Jenoptik AG
• 3D Systems Corporation
• FARO Technologies Inc.
• Mimetrik Solutions Limited
• Maptek Pty Ltd.
• Creaform Inc.
• CyberOptics Corporation
• Blickfeld GmbH
• Artec 3D
• Scantech International Pty Ltd.
• InspecVision Ltd.
• Skycatch Inc.
• ScanLAB Projects Ltd.
• 3D Digital Corporation
• ShapeGrabber Inc.
• Imerso AS
• OR3D Ltd.
• Astrivis Ltd.
• Direct Dimensions Inc.
• GOM GmbH
What are the Regional Insights into the 3D Scanning Market?
North America was the largest region in the 3D scanning market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the 3D scanning market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
