The consumer drones market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.21% from US$10.727 billion in 2025 to US$19.083 billion in 2030.
Consumer Drones are UAVs used in industrial sectors for various applications such as mapping, transporting or cargo delivery, and security surveying. Favorable regulations across different countries or regions pave the way for a wider application of drone technology worldwide. Businesses across various end-user industries use drones for multiple commercial applications besides basic surveillance and photography. For instance, in the agricultural sector, drones are used to perform timely crop monitoring activities, which helps in preventing yield loss. In the retail sector, drones are being increasingly used for delivery services by retail stores. The ongoing investment and contract establishment by the government & defense with drone manufacturers has provided further market growth opportunities.
Motor drivers, angles, locations, charging sensors, chargers, and controllers are all included in consumerdronesto ensure optimal control systems and power efficiency. These consumer drone components have superior efficiency and consume little power, which influences consumer purchasing choices effectively. The growing popularity of drone racing and photography contests, as well as other efforts that encourage drone flight as a recreational activity, is also contributing to the market's growth.
Additionally, as per Federal Aviation Administration data for the U.S. in February 2024, the number of drones registered was 781,781, while commercial drone registration was 375,226, and recreational drones registered was 400,858. Recreational activities, mapping terrain, taking aerial photos, and drone racing are among the majority of the uses for consumer drones, which are utilized by hobbyists, photography enthusiasts, and gamers.
Further, in December 2023, Dronewatch launched ChatUAV, the world's first AI-powered drone knowledge base, providing answers to various drone-related questions, from hobbyist information to professional regulatory issues. The growing popularity of drones for aerial photography andgamingwill have a positive impact on the consumer drone market.
A significant increase in consumer awareness regarding the use of drones for aerial capturing is being witnessed. Therefore, the growing availability of consumer drones has been complemented by its latest technological advancements. The most recent drone model specifications include increased accuracy, faster speeds, tracking systems that can be linked to the user's phone, and efficient, secure, and effective control systems. Hence, this has increased its demand among its targeted audience.
Moreover, the UN Tourism estimate of international tourist arrivals worldwide shows a boost to 117 million in 2022 from 41 million in 2021. Tourists are attracted to capturing stunning aerial images and videos, reflecting the potential for an increase in demand for consumer drones in the years ahead.
Instead of high-end video cranes, photography enthusiasts are increasingly using consumer drones to capture photos and videos. Consequently, the manufacturers have focused on the automation of consumer drones using artificial intelligence, which permits the programming of navigation commands within the drone itself. The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) allows drone users to capture and use optical and environmental data from sensors connected to the drone. Through this technology, drones can recognize objects in the air and analyze and capture data on the ground.
Therefore, the growing popularity of consumer drones and the integration of artificial intelligence has prompted the market players to tap this huge potential through regular investment and expansion of the product offering. For instance, in April 2024, India-based tech brand IZI launched the IZI MINI X drone, India's first 4K nano drone, priced at Rs 29,999. The drone features a 3-axis stabilized gimbal, 20MP image capability, and a CMOS sensor for seamless video recording with a flight time of 31 minutes and a maximum height of 120m.
China's drone industry has shown an amazing growth rate over the last couple of years, with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) now being used more widely in different industry sectors. According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China, 1.27 million licensed UAVs were registered at the end of 2023, which was a 32.2 percent increase from 2022. Drone operations constituted around one-fifth of all organizations, having employed more than 194,000 people with drone pilot certification.
Besides that, civilians use drones, which logged 23.11 million flying hours in the state in 2023, representing an 11.8 percent increase over the preceding year. UAVs are of great importance to the agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, fishery industries, entertainment, and network photography in China.
On the other hand, the usage of drones has gone from uncommon to widespread in the entertainment and media industries, such as film and television, as well as photography and live events. Therefore, Chinese users are more involved in drones for recreation, such as capturing aerial footage and participating in drone races upsurging the overall market growth.
Further growth in the market will be propelled by the adoption of advanced technologies, such as AI and ML, into drone operations. These technologies help enhance flight safety and the capabilities for data analysis while permitting autonomous flight operations. Further advancements in regulatory frameworks, as these innovations are assimilated, will likely prompt more businesses to adopt Consumer Drones for a variety of applications, including logistics and delivery services. This trend not only depicts the move towards automation but also increases reliance on drones to enhance effectiveness and efficiency in different sectors.
Consumer Drones are UAVs used in industrial sectors for various applications such as mapping, transporting or cargo delivery, and security surveying. Favorable regulations across different countries or regions pave the way for a wider application of drone technology worldwide. Businesses across various end-user industries use drones for multiple commercial applications besides basic surveillance and photography. For instance, in the agricultural sector, drones are used to perform timely crop monitoring activities, which helps in preventing yield loss. In the retail sector, drones are being increasingly used for delivery services by retail stores. The ongoing investment and contract establishment by the government & defense with drone manufacturers has provided further market growth opportunities.
Motor drivers, angles, locations, charging sensors, chargers, and controllers are all included in consumerdronesto ensure optimal control systems and power efficiency. These consumer drone components have superior efficiency and consume little power, which influences consumer purchasing choices effectively. The growing popularity of drone racing and photography contests, as well as other efforts that encourage drone flight as a recreational activity, is also contributing to the market's growth.
Additionally, as per Federal Aviation Administration data for the U.S. in February 2024, the number of drones registered was 781,781, while commercial drone registration was 375,226, and recreational drones registered was 400,858. Recreational activities, mapping terrain, taking aerial photos, and drone racing are among the majority of the uses for consumer drones, which are utilized by hobbyists, photography enthusiasts, and gamers.
Further, in December 2023, Dronewatch launched ChatUAV, the world's first AI-powered drone knowledge base, providing answers to various drone-related questions, from hobbyist information to professional regulatory issues. The growing popularity of drones for aerial photography andgamingwill have a positive impact on the consumer drone market.
Consumer Drones market drivers
Growing popularity of aerial capturing and integration of artificial intelligence is projected to propel the Consumer Drones market expansion.A significant increase in consumer awareness regarding the use of drones for aerial capturing is being witnessed. Therefore, the growing availability of consumer drones has been complemented by its latest technological advancements. The most recent drone model specifications include increased accuracy, faster speeds, tracking systems that can be linked to the user's phone, and efficient, secure, and effective control systems. Hence, this has increased its demand among its targeted audience.
Moreover, the UN Tourism estimate of international tourist arrivals worldwide shows a boost to 117 million in 2022 from 41 million in 2021. Tourists are attracted to capturing stunning aerial images and videos, reflecting the potential for an increase in demand for consumer drones in the years ahead.
Instead of high-end video cranes, photography enthusiasts are increasingly using consumer drones to capture photos and videos. Consequently, the manufacturers have focused on the automation of consumer drones using artificial intelligence, which permits the programming of navigation commands within the drone itself. The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) allows drone users to capture and use optical and environmental data from sensors connected to the drone. Through this technology, drones can recognize objects in the air and analyze and capture data on the ground.
Therefore, the growing popularity of consumer drones and the integration of artificial intelligence has prompted the market players to tap this huge potential through regular investment and expansion of the product offering. For instance, in April 2024, India-based tech brand IZI launched the IZI MINI X drone, India's first 4K nano drone, priced at Rs 29,999. The drone features a 3-axis stabilized gimbal, 20MP image capability, and a CMOS sensor for seamless video recording with a flight time of 31 minutes and a maximum height of 120m.
Consumer Drones market geographical outlook
Based on geography, the Consumer Drones market is segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and the Asia-Pacific.Asia-Pacific is anticipated to hold a substantial market share. The growing popularity of social media like TikTok and Instagram has increasingly helped drone activities become more common among Chinese users. Over time, people started to use drones with great potential for taking and sharing bird's eye view photos of their trips, adventures, and ordinary life; they share them online to show their creativity and talent. As amateurs and professionals alike are fond of them, they are mostly used to capture aerial videos of high quality.China's drone industry has shown an amazing growth rate over the last couple of years, with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) now being used more widely in different industry sectors. According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China, 1.27 million licensed UAVs were registered at the end of 2023, which was a 32.2 percent increase from 2022. Drone operations constituted around one-fifth of all organizations, having employed more than 194,000 people with drone pilot certification.
Besides that, civilians use drones, which logged 23.11 million flying hours in the state in 2023, representing an 11.8 percent increase over the preceding year. UAVs are of great importance to the agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, fishery industries, entertainment, and network photography in China.
On the other hand, the usage of drones has gone from uncommon to widespread in the entertainment and media industries, such as film and television, as well as photography and live events. Therefore, Chinese users are more involved in drones for recreation, such as capturing aerial footage and participating in drone races upsurging the overall market growth.
Further growth in the market will be propelled by the adoption of advanced technologies, such as AI and ML, into drone operations. These technologies help enhance flight safety and the capabilities for data analysis while permitting autonomous flight operations. Further advancements in regulatory frameworks, as these innovations are assimilated, will likely prompt more businesses to adopt Consumer Drones for a variety of applications, including logistics and delivery services. This trend not only depicts the move towards automation but also increases reliance on drones to enhance effectiveness and efficiency in different sectors.
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The Consumer Drones market is analyzed into the following segments:
By Product Type
- Fixed Wing Drone
- Rotary Blade Drone
- Hybrid Drone
By Application
- Hobbyist & Gaming
- Aerial Photography
By Geography
- North America
- South America
- Europe
- Middle East and Africa
- Asia-Pacific
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
5. CONSUMER DRONES MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE
6. CONSUMER DRONES MARKET BY APPLICATION
7. CONSUMER DRONES MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
8. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS
9. COMPANY PROFILES
Companies Mentioned
- Kitty Hawk Corporation
- SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.
- Autel Robotics
- Parrot SA
- Yuneec International Co., Ltd.
- Shenzhen Hubsan Technology Co., Ltd.
- Jianjian Technology Co., Ltd.
- Guangzhou Walkera Technology Co., Ltd.
- Ehang Inc.
- Skydio
Methodology
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 135 |
| Published | December 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 10.73 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 19.08 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 12.2% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |
