3D Body Scanners Market

3D Body Scanners Market Outlook (2022-2027)

Currently, the global 3D body scanners market accounts for a valuation of US$ 131.5 million and is projected to reach US$ 264 million by the end of 2027. Sales of 3D body scanners across the world are anticipated to increase at a stellar CAGR of 14.9% over the next five years.

The gaming and retail sectors are anticipated to witness high demand for 3D body scanners as compared to other sectors over the years ahead.

Report Attributes	Details
3D Body Scanners Market Size (2022)	US$ 131.5 Million
Projected Market Value (2027F)	US$ 264 Million
Global Market Growth Rate (2022-2027)	14.9% CAGR
China Market Value (2027F)	US$ 61 Million
United States Market Value (2022)	US$ 33 Million
Key Companies Profiled	Braun & Company Ltd. Smiths Detection Group Ltd. Styku eCential Robotics Brijot Imaging Systems Inc. Millivision Technologies Nuctech Co. Ltd. OD Security Rapiscan Systems C.E.I.A. SpA Leidos Security Detection & Automation KinoTek Mantis Vision botspot Rohde & Schwarz Tek 84 Inc. Westminster International Ltd.

Sales Analysis of 3D Body Scanners (2017-2021) in Comparison to Market Growth Forecasts (2022-2027)

Technological proliferation has increased exponentially over the past couple of decades and this trend has impacted the market for 3D body scanners as well. 3D body scanning technology is being revolutionized by the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, etc.

Increasing investments in research and development of new 3D body scanning machines and the rising scope of application of 3D body scanning in various applications are expected to drive 3D body scanner demand over the coming years.

From 2022 to 2027, 3D body scanner sales are anticipated to increase at a phenomenal CAGR of 14.9%. Rapid digitization across several industry verticals is also anticipated to drive 3D body scanner shipments over the years to come.

Increasing use of 3D body scanning technology in motion graphic applications and the rising use of this technology in the development of video games is also anticipated to favor market growth through 2027. The rising demand for quality assurance in the manufacturing industry is also expected to favor the demand for 3D metrology scanning solutions.

However, high costs associated with the manufacturing and development of advanced 3D body scanners are anticipated to have a restraining effect on overall market growth.

Which Factors are Determining 3D Body Scanners Market Growth Path?

“Rising Demand for 3D Body Scanning Solutions in Fashion & Apparel Industry”

3D body scanning has been gaining popularity in the fashion and apparel industry owing to the rising demand for custom-fit apparel solutions from consumers.

Increasing popularity of online sales and changing consumer preferences have led to fashion giants launching virtual fitting rooms where customers can try out their fits. These virtual fitting rooms utilize 3D body scanning technology to work efficiently and hence are expected to positively impact the 3D body scanners market potential across the forecast period.

“High Development & Manufacturing Costs of Advanced 3D Body Scanners”

3D body scanners are state-of-art devices that use advanced technologies for high accuracy and efficient working. This leads to the integration of advanced technologies and materials that drive up the development as well as manufacturing costs of these 3D body scanning devices and hence act as a constraining factor for the overall 3D body scanners market growth.

3D body scanner companies are anticipated to focus on the development and launch of affordable 3D body scanning machines to drive their sales potential over the coming years.

What are New 3D Body Scanner Suppliers Doing to Make a Mark in the Industry?

“Start-ups Focusing on Expanding their Business Scope through New Funding & Collaborations”

As digitization has picked up pace across the world, it has resulted in a tide of new companies focused on providing unique digital body scanning solutions.

This trend is common in the 3D body scanners marketplace as well, and new companies are creating innovative 3D body scanners to enhance their market presence in the industry landscape. These upcoming companies are also adopting different strategies to further bolster their market stance among the established market players.

• Bodd, an Australian tech start-up focused on 3D body scanning, has been focusing on expanding its business scope and driving its revenue generation potential. In 2021, the company was focusing on expanding the distribution of its 3D body scanning technology across the world. The company also confirmed that Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS) will officially provide manufacturing services for its 3D body scanners.
• In October 2020, Zalando, a retail giant, announced the acquisition of Fision, a start-up that created a 3D body scanning application and virtual fitting room. Zalando integrated this technology to show its consumers how the garment would fit them.

How Investment-worthy is the Asia Pacific 3D Body Scanners Market?

“Increasing Digitization Expected to Attract Investments in APAC”

The market for 3D body scanners in the Asia Pacific region is projected to be primarily driven by rising digitization in emerging economies such as India, China, and Japan. Government initiatives to promote technological advancements and the rising use of cloud technologies are also expected to favor 3D body scanner demand in this region.

The China 3D body scanners market is predicted to progress at a stellar CAGR of around 17% and hold an estimated value of US$ 61 million by the end of 2027. Low costs of 3D body scanner manufacturing and supportive government initiatives to bolster the manufacturing sector are expected to primarily make China an attractive market for 3D body scanner manufacturers over the next five years.

This latest 3D body scanners market research report by analysts at Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, explores the opportunities in the 3D body scanners marketplace on a regional and global level. This new Fact.MR study gives a detailed regional assessment of the current and forecasted market scenario.

Country-wise Insights

Why is the U.S. an Attractive Market for 3D Body Scanner Companies?

“Rapid Adoption of Advanced Technologies & High Spending Potential in the U.S.”

The United States 3D body scanners market is anticipated to exhibit highly lucrative opportunities owing to the rapid adoption of novel technologies and the presence of key 3D body scanning equipment suppliers.

At present, the U.S. 3D body scanners market is valued at around US$ 33 million. High consumer spending makes this country a lucrative retail market and this is expected to favor 3D body scanner sales over the coming years.

The presence of developed digital infrastructure, technological advancements, and rising demand for 3D modelling and analysis are also expected to drive 3D body scanners market growth in the U.S. through 2027.

Category-wise Insights

Which Application Will Increase Shipments of 3D Body Scanning Devices?

“Video Games & Apparel Try-on Applications to Lead Revenue Generation”

The global 3D body scanners market, based on application, is segmented into video games, apparel try-on, fitness assessment, figurines, physiological applications, and surgical applications.

The video games segment is anticipated to witness high demand for 3D body scanners over the coming years as the use of 3D motion tracking increases in video game development. The rising popularity of video games and increasing use of 3D motion technologies in their development are expected to bolster 3D body scanners market revenue generation. Sales of full-body 3D scanners are expected to be driven by high demand from the video games segment.

Apparel try-on application is also anticipated to propel sales of 3D body scanners over the years to come owing to the rising popularity of virtual fitting rooms and increase in apparel sales via e-commerce and online channels. Portable 3D body scanners and body measurement scanners are expected to be highly popular in the apparel try-on application segment across the forecast period.

3D body composition scanners are anticipated to be popular for surgical applications and are expected to witness a rise in demand through 2027.

How Will Sales of 3D Body Scanners Fare across Industry Sectors?

“Retail & Gaming Sectors Account for High 3D Body Scanner Sales”

The 3D body scanners market, based on sector, is bifurcated into gaming, retail, healthcare, and other sectors

The retail sector is projected to account for a major market share over the coming years owing to the rising use of 3D body scanning technology in apparel design and sales. Rising use of virtual fitting rooms and growing scope of application of 3D scanning in the retail industry are expected to drive market growth in the retail sector through 2027.

The rising popularity of video games and the growing gaming industry across the world are also anticipated to drive 3D body scanner shipments in the gaming sector over the next five years.

Competitive Landscape

3D body scanner manufacturers are focusing on product innovation and launching new products to bolster their sales potential.

• In April 2022, SHINING 3D, a leading 3D solution provider, introduced a new addition to its FreeScan UE series of 3D scanners. FreeScan UE Pro is capable of providing a scanning accuracy of up to 0.02 mm.
• In September 2020, Texel, a computer vision technology start-up based in Russia, raised US$ 1.5 million in funding. The funding was intended to be used for the expansion of its 3D scanning technology in the retail sector.

Key Segments in 3D Body Scanners Industry Research

• By Application :

  • Video Games
  • Apparel Try-On
  • Fitness Assessment
  • Figurines
  • Physiological Applications
  • Surgical Applications

• By Sector :

  • Gaming
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Other Sectors

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • MEA