3D Scanner Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Offering (Hardware, Software, Services (Aftersales Services, Storage-As-A-Service), By Type (3D Laser Scanners, Structured Light Scanners), By Product Type (Fixed (Bridge CMM, Gantry CMM, Horizontal Arm CMM), Tripod-Mounted), By Range (Short Range, Medium Range, Long Range), By Technology (Laser Triangulation, Pattern Fringe Triangulation, Laser Pulse Based, Laser Phase-Shift Based), By Application (Quality Control & Inspection, Reverse Engineering, Virtual Simulation, Other Applications), By Industry (Aerospace & Defense (Commercial Aircraft, Defense, Space), Automotive (Automotive Designing and Styling), By Region - Industry Forecast 2024-2031

North America dominates the 3D scanner market due to its strong emphasis on technological innovation and robust investments in research and development. The key manufacturers of 3D scanners and tech companies which aid in competition and consequently innovation in developing scanning technologies. In addition, the growing use of 3D scanning technology in various industries including aerospace, automotive and healthcare is further driving the 3D scanner market growth. Moreover, the policies oriented towards digital transformation and automation also play a great role in the much dominance of North America. The other factors include an already in place good infrastructure and human resource capabilities which enable the region to fully harness the 3D scanning technologies, thereby ensuring market leadership. 

Europe is emerging as the fastest-growing region in the 3D scanner market, driven by increasing demand for advanced manufacturing and digitalization initiatives across various sectors. As the region aims at achieving Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing, the need for 3D scanning technologies which improve production processes in terms of accuracy and efficiency is on the rise. And many research institutions and innovation centers are present, which allows for the creation of advanced 3D scanning technologies. Strong policies promoting sustainability and quality management also contribute to this growth since there is 3D scanning for quality management in industries. These reasons and more make Europe a dominant region in the growth of the 3D scanner market.