Disinfection Robots Market Report 2026

The disinfection robots market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $1.91 billion in 2025 to $2.3 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased emphasis on hospital sanitation, growth in robotic automation adoption, rising awareness of infection prevention, availability of autonomous navigation technologies, expansion of healthcare infrastructure.

The disinfection robots market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.51 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in smart healthcare systems, rising adoption of robotics in public spaces, expansion of automated sanitation solutions, growing focus on operational efficiency, increasing demand for contactless disinfection technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include rising deployment of autonomous disinfection robots, growing adoption in healthcare facilities, expansion of uv-based disinfection technologies, increasing use in public infrastructure, enhanced focus on infection control automation.

The growing incidence of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) is anticipated to drive the expansion of the disinfection robot market in the future. Hospital-acquired infections occur when patients acquire infections during their treatment in healthcare facilities such as hospitals or clinics. The increasing prevalence of HAIs is attributed to factors such as antibiotic resistance, insufficient infection control measures, overcrowding in healthcare settings, and the presence of highly infectious pathogens in hospital environments. Disinfection robots play a crucial role in reducing the risk of HAIs by providing efficient and thorough sanitization of healthcare environments, thereby enhancing patient safety and decreasing the incidence of healthcare-associated infections. For example, as per the NHSN’s HAI Progress Report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in January 2024, there was a 4% increase in the surgical site infection ratio (SIR) across all NHSN operative procedure categories compared to the previous year. Hence, the rising spread of hospital-acquired infections drives the demand for disinfection robots.

Major players in the disinfection robot market are focusing on developing advanced robotic technologies like the PUDU MT1, an AI-powered robotic sweeper designed for large-scale cleaning and sanitization in various environments. These AI-driven robotic sweepers are autonomous cleaning devices that use artificial intelligence to carry out cleaning tasks, particularly in large commercial and industrial spaces. Equipped with sensors, cameras, and sophisticated software, these robots can navigate complex environments, detect obstacles, and optimize cleaning paths. For example, in September 2024, Pudu Robotics, a technology company based in China, introduced the PUDU MT1, an AI-powered robotic sweeper designed for large-scale cleaning in places like warehouses and home improvement stores. This innovative robot can efficiently clean areas over 100,000 square meters, utilizing advanced AI for trash recognition and smart spot cleaning to optimize energy efficiency and performance. Key features of the PUDU MT1 include dynamic environment adaptability through Lidar SLAM technology, a large-capacity trash bin, proactive dust control, and IoT integration for real-time monitoring and management. The PUDU MT1 aims to revolutionize cleaning practices by improving efficiency, reducing labor costs, and maintaining high cleanliness standards in expansive environments.

In July 2023, Iris Ohyama, Inc., a Japan-based manufacturer known for its range of products, including household goods, electronics, and office supplies, acquired Smile Robotics, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Iris Ohyama to strengthen its robotics capabilities by integrating Smile Robotics' expertise in service and disinfection robots. The move enhances Iris Ohyama's portfolio to meet the growing demand for automated cleaning solutions in commercial and public spaces, positioning the company more competitively within the hygiene and automation markets. Smile Robotics, Inc. is a Japan-based company specializing in service robots that provide cleaning services.

Major companies operating in the disinfection robots market are Xenex Disinfection Services LLC, UltraViolet Devices, Inc., Tru-D SmartUVC LLC, Blue Ocean Robotics ApS, Surfacide LLC, Bioquell Inc., Ecolab Inc., Skytron LLC, Finsen Technologies Limited, Dimer UVC Innovations, Akara Robotics Ltd, SESTO Robotics, Sanondaf Ltd, Decon-X International LLC, Solustar Pte. Ltd., OTSAW Digital Pte. Ltd., Ateago Technology Co. Ltd., Ecovacs Robotics Co. Ltd., Mediland Enterprise Corporation, TMI Robotics Technology Co. Ltd., Nevoa Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the disinfection robots market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the disinfection robots market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the disinfection robots market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The disinfection robot market consists of revenues earned by entities providing services such as installation and maintenance, rental and leasing, training programs, technical support, and customization and integration to facilitate the effective deployment and operation of robotic systems for sanitizing and disinfecting various environments. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The disinfection robot market also includes sales of robotic systems, disinfectant solutions, UV lamps, sensors, and hardware and equipment aimed at automating and optimizing the disinfection process in various environments. 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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