Robot Software Market Report 2025

This Robot Software report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The robot software market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $7.92 billion in 2024 to $10.17 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in industrial automation, increased use of robotics in manufacturing, advances in robot programming languages, adoption of collaborative robots (cobots), demand for robot simulation and visualization software.

The robot software market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $30.55 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of artificial intelligence in robot software, expansion of robot operating systems (ROS), adoption of cloud-based robot software, growth in service robotics and personal robots, increased use of robot software in healthcare and logistics. Major trends in the forecast period include simulation-based robot training, open-source robot software development, integration of augmented reality (AR) in robot software, focus on human-robot collaboration and interface design, real-time monitoring and remote control of robots.

The swift adoption of robot software by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is anticipated to drive the growth of the robot software market in the future. Small and medium enterprises are defined as businesses that employ a moderate number of individuals and have a small to intermediate capital investment portfolio. In recent years, many SMEs have increasingly prioritized automation by implementing robots in their operations to reduce labor and energy costs, thereby creating a greater demand for robot software to program these robots for specific SME functions. For instance, in May 2024, Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based government agency, reported that in 2023, large enterprises utilized AI technologies at a rate of 30.4%, an increase from 28.4% in 2021. Consequently, the rapid adoption of robot software by SMEs is fueling the growth of the robot software market.

The growing demand for collaborative robots, or cobots, is poised to be a key driver of the robot software market. Cobots, designed to collaborate with humans in tasks or processes, operate in close proximity without posing substantial risks of injury. These robots establish new synergies between humans and machines, transforming manufacturing dynamics to enhance operational efficiency, increase production, and improve product quality by leveraging both automation and human capabilities. According to a sales report from the International Federation of Robotics (IFR) in October, cobots' market share has steadily risen, reaching a 10% share in 2022. The number of installed units witnessed a notable increase from 42,000 in 2021 to 55,000 in 2022, indicating a 31% growth. Thus, the escalating demand for collaborative robots is expected to provide impetus to the robot software market.

Technological advancement emerges as a prominent trend gaining traction in the robot software market. Key companies in the sector are concentrating on the development of cutting-edge products to deliver enhanced solutions and fortify their market positions. A case in point is ABB Robotics, a Switzerland-based company in the robot software sector, which introduced High-Speed Alignment Software in April 2022. This advanced robot software, employing Visual Serving technology for electronics assembly applications, utilizes image data as feedback to enhance operational accuracy. The incorporation of one or more cameras, along with a computer vision system, facilitates precise control of the robot's devices, resulting in increased productivity by 70% and accuracy by 50% for electronics assembly applications.

Leading companies in the robot software market are concentrating on developing advanced technologies, such as humanoid robot software platforms, to enhance efficiency and facilitate more complex human-robot collaboration. A humanoid robot software platform is a specialized system that combines AI, machine learning, and computer vision to operate humanoid robots, allowing them to replicate human behaviors and actions. For instance, in September 2024, Fourier, a China-based provider of comprehensive robotics technology, introduced the GR-2. This humanoid robot stands 175 cm tall, weighs 63 kg, and offers 53 degrees of freedom with a single-arm load capacity of 3 kg. It is equipped with a detachable, swappable battery that has double the capacity of its predecessor, providing up to two hours of runtime. The GR-2 features integrated cabling and a reconfigured joint design that enhance modularity, maintenance, and real-world learning. Its hands, which have 12 degrees of freedom and tactile sensors, improve dexterity and precision, enabling advanced teaching modes such as VR control and lead-through programming.

In August 2024, TKH Group NV, a technology company based in the Netherlands, acquired Liberty Robotics Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enhances TKH's presence in North America and fosters growth in the Asia Pacific and European markets. The integration of Liberty's systems with TKH's 3D vision sensor technology improves robotic guidance for applications such as part handling and coating. Liberty Robotics Inc. is a provider of 3D vision guidance systems for robotic applications located in the United States.

Major companies operating in the robot software market include Asea Brown Boveri, AIBrain Inc, Brain Corp, CloudMinds Technologies Inc, Energid Technologies Corporation, Furhat Robotics, H2O. ai Inc, IBM Corporation, Liquid Robotics Inc, NVIDIA Corporation, Neurala Inc, Clearpath Robotics Inc, Oxbotica, Teradyne Inc, Accenture PLC, RoboGroup T. E. K. Ltd., Fanuc Corp., Universal Robots, Rethink Robotics Inc., Hypertherm Inc., Denso Corporation, Bionic Robotics GmbH, Kawasaki Robotics Inc., Toshiba Machine Co. Ltd., Omron Corporation, Staubli International AG, KUKA Midea Group, Robotnik Automation S. L. L., Intelitek Inc., Yaskawa Electric Corp.

North America was the largest region in the robot software market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the robot software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the robot software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Canada, Spain.

Robot software comprises coded commands programmed to instruct robots in performing tasks by controlling their actions and movements. It facilitates the quick programming of complex processes through intuitive desktop-style interfaces or icon-based graphical user interfaces, enabling the programming of industrial or service robots for various autonomous tasks.

The major types of software in robot software encompass recognition software, data management and analysis software, communication management software, simulation software, and predictive maintenance software. Recognition software is designed to program devices to recognize specific actions. Robot types include industrial robots and service robots, catering to enterprises of various sizes, including both large enterprises and small to medium-sized enterprises. Deployment models include on-premises and on-demand, and the software is utilized across various industry verticals such as manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace and defense, media and entertainment, logistics, and others.

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The robot software market includes revenues earned by entities by traditional industrial robots and collaborative robots used for offline programming, middleware, mobile robot planning, real-time path planning, and UAV (drone) control. 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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