3D Printing Services Market Report 2026

The 3D printing services market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $8.95 billion in 2025 to $10.38 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing acceptance of additive manufacturing services, expansion of prototyping demand, availability of cloud-based design tools, rising outsourcing of manufacturing activities, increased need for flexible production models.

The 3D printing services market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.01 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of distributed manufacturing, rising demand for customized production services, expansion of digital manufacturing platforms, growing integration of ai-driven design optimization, increased focus on supply chain resilience. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of on-demand manufacturing services, rising use of 3D printing for functional parts, growing integration of design and simulation software, expansion of low-volume production services, enhanced focus on rapid turnaround times.

The growing automotive industry is anticipated to drive the expansion of the 3D printing services market in the coming years. The automotive industry encompasses a wide range of companies and organizations involved in the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, sales, repair, and modification of motor vehicles. 3D printing services facilitate rapid prototyping and the manufacture of customized automotive parts, helping to shorten development cycles and lower production costs. In addition, these services enable on-demand manufacturing and greater supply chain flexibility, allowing automotive producers to optimize operations and minimize inventory costs. For example, in January 2024, Zenoot, a UK-based digital platform, reported that vehicle production in the UK reached 1,025,474 units in 2023, including 905,117 cars and 120,357 commercial vehicles, representing a 17% increase compared with the previous year. As a result, the expansion of the automotive industry is contributing to the growth of the 3D printing services market.

Prominent companies in the 3D printing services market are strategically focusing on the development of innovative products, including high-performance Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D printers, as a means to establish a competitive advantage in the market. An exemplary product in this context is the Magneto X, which incorporates Peopoly's proprietary MagXY magnetic levitation linear motor system for the X and Y axes, delivering an unprecedented level of repeatability at 3 microns. For instance, in September 2023, Peopoly, a Hong Kong-based 3D printer manufacturer, introduced the world's first desktop FFF 3D printer based on MagLev technology, known as the Magneto X. This cutting-edge 3D printer has been meticulously designed to elevate and optimize the performance of desktop 3D printing. It transcends traditional belt and pulley mechanisms, harnessing the power of magnets to facilitate high-speed printing, achieve superior surface finishes, and enable remarkably precise 3D printing directly from the desktop. This innovation underscores the commitment of major players to push the boundaries of technology in the 3D printing services market.

In March 2024, Stratasys Ltd., a U.S.-based manufacturer of 3D printers, acquired Arevo, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enables Stratasys to broaden its portfolio by leveraging Arevo's expertise in 3D medical imaging devices. Arevo, Inc. is a U.S.-based company specializing in 3D printing services.

Major companies operating in the 3D printing services market are Materialise NV, Proto Labs Inc., Shapeways Inc., Sculpteo SAS, Voxeljet AG, Prodways Group SA, Optomec Inc., Renishaw plc, ReaLizer GmbH, ARC Group Worldwide Inc., Fathom Digital Manufacturing Corporation, Xometry Inc., Quickparts, Jawstec Inc., Forecast3D, Stratasys Direct Manufacturing, WhiteClouds, C Proto Inc., Ziggurat Product Design Studio, i.materialise.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the 3D printing services market in 2025. North America was the second largest region in the 3D printing services markets report. The regions covered in the 3D printing services market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the 3D printing services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The 3D printing services market includes revenues earned by entities by quickly creating product models, prototypes, and final products. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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