3D Laser Scanner Market Report 2026

The 3D laser scanner market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.81 billion in 2025 to $2 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing use of 3D scanning for industrial inspection, reliance on imported optical and electronic components, adoption of scanning for design and prototyping, expansion of surveying and mapping applications, traditional dependence on manual measurement methods.

The 3D laser scanner market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.82 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising shift toward automation and AI-based inspection, increasing adoption of digital twin technologies, growth of portable and handheld scanning devices, expanding use of 3D scanning in construction and infrastructure projects, technological advancements improving scanning accuracy and speed. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for high-precision 3D inspection, rising adoption of 3D scanning in reverse engineering, growth in digital twin and virtual modeling usage, expansion of portable and handheld 3D laser scanners, increasing integration of 3D scanning in quality control.

The expanding gaming and entertainment industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the 3D laser scanner market in the future. This industry includes sectors that create, produce, and distribute interactive and recreational content for the enjoyment of audiences. The growth of the gaming and entertainment sector is driven by technological advancements, an expanding demographic, and a rising demand for immersive experiences. 3D laser scanners enhance these experiences by enabling immersive virtual environments and precise motion capture.For example, in January 2025, the Entertainment Software Association, a U.S.-based trade organization, reported that total video game sales reached $58.7 billion in 2024, slightly lower than $59.3 billion in 2023. This total includes consumer spending across all video game content categories, such as physical and digital full games, downloadable content/microtransactions (DLC/MTX), and subscriptions, across console, cloud, mobile, portable, PC, and virtual reality (VR) platforms, as well as expenditures on video game hardware and accessories. Therefore, the expansion of the gaming and entertainment industry is propelling the growth of the 3D laser scanner market.

Leading enterprises within the 3D laser scanning realm are strategically prioritizing the development of handheld 3D laser scanners, such as the T-SCAN Hawk 2, to bolster their market share and revenue streams. These handheld scanners offer a plethora of advantages, including portability, accuracy, and versatility, making them indispensable tools across various applications necessitating precise 3D data capture. In February 2023, Carl Zeiss AG, a German high-precision technology company, unveiled the T-SCAN Hawk 2, the next-generation handheld 3D laser scanner. This innovative device seamlessly integrates exceptional usability with metrology-level data precision, meeting stringent industry standards. Equipped with a new satellite mode, the T-SCAN Hawk 2 is a portable solution adaptable to diverse industries, capable of scanning objects spanning several meters in length.

In July 2025, AMETEK Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices, acquired FARO Technologies Inc. for approximately US $920 million. Through this acquisition, AMETEK aims to strengthen its ultra-precision technologies division by expanding capabilities in 3D measurement, laser projection, and digital reality, enhancing its product portfolio and competitive position across industrial manufacturing, engineering, and construction markets. FARO Technologies Inc., based in the U.S., provides 3D measurement and imaging solutions, including portable measurement arms, laser scanners, and digital-reality metrology systems.

Major companies operating in the 3D laser scanner market are Carl Zeiss Optotechnik GmbH, Hexagon AB, Trimble Inc., Nikon Metrology NV, Topcon Corporation, Leica Geosystems AG, 3D Digital Corporation, FARO Technology Inc., Creaform, Basis Software Inc., Perceptron Inc., Shining 3D Tech Co. Ltd., AICON 3D Systems GmbH, Artec 3D, Kreon Technologies, Riegl Laser Measurement Systems, ShapeGrabber Inc., Paracosm, Carestream Health Inc, Dental Wings.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are impacting the 3D laser scanner market by increasing costs of imported optical components, semiconductor sensors, precision electronics, and mechanical assemblies, leading to higher production expenses and longer lead times for hardware delivery. Regions heavily dependent on importssuch as North America, Europe, and parts of Asia-Pacificare experiencing the strongest disruptions, especially in high-precision industrial and research applications. However, tariffs may encourage regional manufacturing, strengthen domestic supply chains, and stimulate innovation in locally produced scanning technologies.

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A 3D laser scanner is a device utilized to capture the shape and intricate details of physical objects by emitting laser beams and measuring their reflection time, resulting in precise 3D models. These scanners offer an efficient and accurate method for digitizing physical objects and spaces, facilitating a wide range of practical and creative applications across numerous industries.

Key product categories of 3D laser scanners include tripod-mounted, fixed coordinate measuring machine-based, portable coordinate measuring machine-based, and desktop scanners. Tripod-mounted scanners are affixed to a stable base for precise measurements, with varying ranges including short, medium, and long distances. Offerings typically include hardware, software, and after-sales services. These scanners find applications in quality control and inspection, reverse engineering, virtual simulation, and various other uses.North America was the largest region in the 3D laser scanner market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the 3d laser scanner market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the 3d laser scanner market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The 3D laser scanner market consists of revenues earned by entities providing services such as training and consulting, surveying and mapping, reverse engineering, 3D modeling, point cloud processing, and 3D scanning. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The 3D laser scanner market also includes sales of short-range 3D laser scanners, 3D laser scanner software, integrated 3D scanning systems, mobile 3D laser scanners, fixed 3D laser scanners, and handheld 3D laser scanners. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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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