Graphical user interface (GUI) design software refers to applications or tools developers use to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for software applications, websites, or digital products. This software allows users to customize the appearance and functionality of interfaces, making it easier for end-users to interact with devices without the need for complex commands or coding knowledge.
Graphical User Interface Design Software Global Market Report 2024 provides data on the global graphical user interface design software market such as market size, growth forecasts, segments and geographies, competitive landscape including leading competitors’ revenues, profiles and market shares. The graphical user interface design software market report identifies opportunities and strategies based on market trends and leading competitors’ approaches.
The graphical user interface (GUI) design software market has grown rapidly, increasing from $24.13 billion in 2023 to $27.22 billion in 2024, reflecting a CAGR of 12.8%. Growth has been supported by simplified interfaces, mobile platform adoption, touchscreen use, internet expansion, and standardized UI elements. The market is projected to reach $44.78 billion in 2028 with a CAGR of 13.3%, driven by augmented and voice-controlled interfaces, cross-platform compatibility, and emphasis on accessibility. Key trends include gesture-based interactions, 3D elements, design collaboration tools, animation, and sustainability-focused designs.
The increasing use of mobile applications is anticipated to drive the graphical user interface (GUI) design software market. Mobile apps, designed for devices like smartphones and tablets, are growing in popularity due to affordable smartphones, better internet access, and the convenience of mobile technology. GUI design software is essential for creating user-friendly, visually appealing interfaces that enhance app usability. According to Business of Apps, approximately 148.2 billion apps and games were downloaded globally in 2023, a 3.9% increase from the previous year. This rise in mobile app adoption is driving the demand for GUI design software.
Get Your Free Sample of the Global Graphical User Interface Design Software Market Report The graphical user interface design software market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Cloud-Based, On-Premises
2) By Application: Web Design, Mobile Application Design, Game Design, Other Applications
3) By Vertical: Information Technology (IT) And Telecommunication, Manufacturing, Banking Financial Services And Insurance (BFSI), Automotive, Medical And Healthcare, Media And Entertainment, Others Verticals
In the graphical user interface (GUI) design software market, leading companies are focusing on developing flagship editing suites to create embedded GUIs. A flagship editing suite represents the pinnacle of software features, performance, and innovation in GUI design. For instance, in January 2022, Altia Inc., a US-based software company, launched Altia Design 13.3, an editing suite with new features such as programmable scene nodes, composite timelines, blend animations, and responsive layout. These features enhance GUI design capabilities, streamlining workflows, increasing customization, and improving efficiency for sectors such as in-vehicle infotainment systems, expanding GUI possibilities across various industries.
North America was the largest region in the graphical user interface design software market in 2023. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the graphical user interface design software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.