Robot Software Market Size and Outlook 2030

Report Description

Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size (2024)	USD 19.50 Billion
CAGR (2025-2030)	22.03%
Fastest Growing Segment	Service Robots
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2030)	USD 64.39 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Robot Software Market will grow from USD 19.50 Billion in 2024 to USD 64.39 Billion by 2030 at a 22.03% CAGR. The global robot software market encompasses the coded commands and operating systems that enable mechanical devices to perform autonomous tasks, facilitating functionality from basic motion control to complex decision-making processes. Key drivers for this market's expansion include the increasing integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning, which enhance robotic capabilities, alongside the growing industrial demand for automation across diverse sectors to improve operational efficiency.

The demand for robot software is intrinsically linked to robot adoption. According to the International Federation of Robotics, 542,000 industrial robots were installed worldwide in 2024, demonstrating a robust underlying market for the software that powers these systems. However, a significant challenge impeding market expansion is the high initial investment required for sophisticated robotic solutions, which can present a barrier for smaller enterprises.

Key Market Drivers

The growing integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning represents a pivotal factor for the global robot software market, significantly enhancing robotic autonomy, decision-making, and adaptability. These technologies enable robots to perform complex tasks in dynamic environments, moving beyond pre-programmed actions. AI-driven computer vision systems, for instance, allow robots to identify and manipulate objects with greater precision, crucial for applications in logistics and quality control. This vital trend in software development is supported by substantial investment, with global venture capital funding in AI robotics startups peaking at $13.9 billion in 2025, according to SQ Magazine in October 2025, in its 'AI in Robotics Statistics 2025: Investment, Workforce & Future Forecast'. This financial backing directly propels more intelligent and versatile robot software solutions.

Concurrently, the increasing demand for industrial automation across diverse sectors acts as a foundational driver for the robot software market. Industries globally are adopting automation to improve operational efficiency, achieve higher production rates, and address labor shortages. This widespread adoption necessitates sophisticated software to manage complex robotic systems, coordinate tasks, and integrate with existing production infrastructures. Highlighting this demand, North American companies ordered 31,311 robots valued at $1.963 billion in 2024, according to the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) in February 2025, in its 'North American Robotics Market Holds Steady: Report'. These hardware investments are intrinsically linked to corresponding software deployments. More broadly, robust financial interest in underlying technologies for robot software is evident, as worldwide private investment in AI jumped by 40.38% in 2024, according to Exploding Topics in November 2025, in its '44 NEW Artificial Intelligence Statistics (Oct 2025)' article.

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Key Market Challenges

A significant challenge impeding the expansion of the global robot software market is the substantial initial investment required for establishing robotic solutions. This financial barrier directly restricts the widespread adoption of automation technologies, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises that may lack the capital for such considerable upfront expenditures. Since robot software functionality is intrinsically linked to robot hardware deployment, any slowdown in robot installations directly curtails the growth potential for software sales and licensing. According to the International Federation of Robotics in its World Robotics 2025 report, robot installations in Europe, which is the second largest market, experienced an 8% decline to 85,006 units in 2024. This reduced rate of adoption in a key region illustrates how investment constraints can limit the market's overall expansion, directly affecting the ecosystem for robot software.

Key Market Trends

Generative AI-driven intuitive robot programming is reducing the technical complexity associated with robotic automation, thus broadening access for a wider user base. By enabling programming through natural language or simplified interfaces, this trend minimizes the requirement for specialized coding expertise. The International Federation of Robotics reported in its World Robotics 2025 Report that the total number of industrial robots in operational use worldwide reached 4,664,000 units in 2024, an increase of 9% over the prior year. This expanding robot population benefits substantially from more accessible programming. For instance, ABB Robotics enhanced its RobotStudio® Suite in October 2025 with an AI Assistant, utilizing generative AI to expedite and simplify robot programming, thereby assisting businesses lacking extensive robotics knowledge. This fosters broader adoption across sectors.

The expanding application domains for collaborative robots, or cobots, are a significant market trend, driven by their enhanced versatility and inherent safety features. Software innovations are crucial in enabling these robots to integrate into diverse new tasks and work seamlessly alongside human operators. According to the International Federation of Robotics in December 2024, cobots achieved a 10.5% market share of industrial robots installed globally in 2023, indicating their growing integration. This increasing penetration highlights their evolving utility. For example, Universal Robots announced in September 2025 that it would debut new cobot solutions at FABTECH 2025, including advancements for automated plasma cutting and laser welding, demonstrating their capability to address specialized fabrication needs. Such developments allow cobots to meet critical efficiency and labor demands across industries.

Segmental Insights

The service robots segment is emerging as the fastest-growing category within the global robot software market, primarily driven by the increasing demand for automation across diverse sectors. This rapid expansion is underpinned by significant advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and sensor technologies, which enable service robots to perform intricate tasks with enhanced autonomy and precision. Furthermore, persistent labor shortages and rising operational costs in industries such as healthcare, logistics, and hospitality are compelling organizations to adopt sophisticated robotic solutions. The growing application of service robots for tasks ranging from patient care and material handling to cleaning and delivery further fuels this segmental growth, as advanced software becomes crucial for their seamless integration and adaptive capabilities in dynamic environments.

Regional Insights

North America leads the global robot software market due to its highly developed technological infrastructure and substantial investments in research and development, particularly within the United States. This robust ecosystem fosters innovation and the continuous advancement of robot software solutions across various sectors. The region's dominance is further supported by widespread adoption of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud robotics in key industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. Additionally, government initiatives promoting digital transformation and automation, alongside efforts by institutions like the National Robotics Initiative, significantly contribute to market expansion. Rising labor costs and the ongoing need for operational efficiency also compel businesses to increasingly integrate robot software for automation.

Recent Developments

In November 2025, IFS announced strategic partnerships with Boston Dynamics and 1X Technologies, aiming to expand the application of industrial artificial intelligence and robotics. The collaborations involve integrating IFS AI software into robots for various industrial uses, including remote working, factory operations, and warehousing. Specifically, IFS will work with 1X to develop and deploy humanoid robots across sectors like aviation and manufacturing. This initiative seeks to provide select customers with production-ready robots, which will feed operational data into IFS.ai, thereby combining robotic hardware with intelligent maintenance orchestration and warehousing applications. This represents a significant advancement in the Global Robot Software Market.

In November 2025, NEC Corporation and Siemens Industry Software established a technology partner agreement to enhance industrial robot automation through an AI-based teaching method. This collaboration integrates NEC's Robot Task Planning digital twin software, part of its BluStellar initiative, with Siemens' Process Simulate software for 3D robot simulations. The combined expertise aims to help manufacturing customers optimize factory operations, improve productivity, and facilitate the transition to data-driven industrial robot control. The solution is designed to streamline the deployment and programming of industrial robots across global manufacturing environments, reducing manual teaching time and enhancing workflow efficiency within the Global Robot Software Market.

In May 2025, NVIDIA introduced significant updates to its Isaac platform, aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of humanoid robots globally. Key releases included Isaac GR00T N1.5, a refined foundation model for robot reasoning and skills, alongside Isaac GR00T-Dreams, a new data generation blueprint. The updates also featured enhanced simulation tools, such as Isaac Sim 5.0 and Isaac Lab 2.2, designed to help robotics developers address challenges in data collection, training, and model performance. These advancements in cloud-to-robot computing technologies underscored NVIDIA's commitment to driving physical AI innovations within the Global Robot Software Market.

In October 2024, Universal Robots unveiled its UR AI Accelerator, a comprehensive hardware and software toolkit designed to foster the development of artificial intelligence-powered collaborative robot (cobot) applications. This ready-to-use toolkit brings AI acceleration to Universal Robots' next-generation software platform, PolyScope X, and integrates NVIDIA Isaac accelerated libraries and AI models. The accelerator also includes a newly developed Orbbec Gemini 335Lg 3D camera, providing developers with a fully integrated architecture for commercial and research applications. The initiative aims to accelerate research, reduce time to market for AI products, and solidify Universal Robots' position in the Global Robot Software Market.

Key Market Players

ABB Ltd.
Clearpath Robotics Inc.
NVIDIA Corporation
CloudMinds Robotics
Liquid Robotics, Inc.
AIbrain Inc.
Brain Corporation
Epson America, Inc.
Furhat Robotics
H2O.ai, Inc.

By Software Type	By Robot Type	By Enterprise Size	By Industry Vertical	By Region
Recognition Software Data Management & Analysis Software Communication Management Software Simulation Software Predictive Maintenance Software	Industrial Robots Service Robots	Large Enterprises Small & Medium Enterprises	Manufacturing Healthcare Aerospace & Defense Media & Entertainment Logistics Others	North America Europe South America Middle East & Africa Asia Pacific

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Robot Software Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Robot Software Market, By Software Type:

o Recognition Software

o Data Management & Analysis Software

o Communication Management Software

o Simulation Software

o Predictive Maintenance Software

Robot Software Market, By Robot Type:

o Industrial Robots

o Service Robots

Robot Software Market, By Enterprise Size:

o Large Enterprises

o Small & Medium Enterprises

Robot Software Market, By Industry Vertical:

o Manufacturing

o Healthcare

o Aerospace & Defense

o Media & Entertainment

o Logistics

o Others

Robot Software Market, By Region:

o North America

§ United States

§ Canada

§ Mexico

o Europe

§ France

§ United Kingdom

§ Italy

§ Germany

§ Spain

o South America

§ Brazil

§ Argentina

§ Colombia

o Middle East & Africa

§ South Africa

§ Saudi Arabia

§ UAE

o Asia Pacific

§ China

§ India

§ Japan

§ Australia

§ South Korea

Competitive Landscape

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Table of content

1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Market

1.2.1. Markets Covered

1.2.2. Years Considered for Study

1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study

2.2. Baseline Methodology

2.3. Key Industry Partners

2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5. Forecasting Methodology

2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market

3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations

3.3. Overview of Key Market Players

3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries

3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Robot Software Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1. By Value

5.2. Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1. By Software Type (Recognition Software, Data Management & Analysis Software, Communication Management Software, Simulation Software, Predictive Maintenance Software)

5.2.2. By Robot Type (Industrial Robots, Service Robots)

5.2.3. By Enterprise Size (Large Enterprises, Small & Medium Enterprises)

5.2.4. By Industry Vertical (Manufacturing, Healthcare, Aerospace & Defense, Media & Entertainment, Logistics, Others)

5.2.5. By Region

5.2.6. By Company (2024)

5.3. Market Map

6. North America Robot Software Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1. By Value

6.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1. By Software Type

6.2.2. By Robot Type

6.2.3. By Enterprise Size

6.2.4. By Industry Vertical

6.2.5. By Country

6.3. North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1. United States Robot Software Market Outlook

6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1. By Value

6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1. By Software Type

6.3.1.2.2. By Robot Type

6.3.1.2.3. By Enterprise Size

6.3.1.2.4. By Industry Vertical

6.3.2. Canada Robot Software Market Outlook

6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1. By Value

6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1. By Software Type

6.3.2.2.2. By Robot Type

6.3.2.2.3. By Enterprise Size

6.3.2.2.4. By Industry Vertical

6.3.3. Mexico Robot Software Market Outlook

6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1. By Value

6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1. By Software Type

6.3.3.2.2. By Robot Type

6.3.3.2.3. By Enterprise Size

6.3.3.2.4. By Industry Vertical

7. Europe Robot Software Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1. By Value

7.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1. By Software Type

7.2.2. By Robot Type

7.2.3. By Enterprise Size

7.2.4. By Industry Vertical

7.2.5. By Country

7.3. Europe: Country Analysis

7.3.1. Germany Robot Software Market Outlook

7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1. By Value

7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1. By Software Type

7.3.1.2.2. By Robot Type

7.3.1.2.3. By Enterprise Size

7.3.1.2.4. By Industry Vertical

7.3.2. France Robot Software Market Outlook

7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1. By Value

7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1. By Software Type

7.3.2.2.2. By Robot Type

7.3.2.2.3. By Enterprise Size

7.3.2.2.4. By Industry Vertical

7.3.3. United Kingdom Robot Software Market Outlook

7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1. By Value

7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1. By Software Type

7.3.3.2.2. By Robot Type

7.3.3.2.3. By Enterprise Size

7.3.3.2.4. By Industry Vertical

7.3.4. Italy Robot Software Market Outlook

7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1. By Value

7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1. By Software Type

7.3.4.2.2. By Robot Type

7.3.4.2.3. By Enterprise Size

7.3.4.2.4. By Industry Vertical

7.3.5. Spain Robot Software Market Outlook

7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1. By Value

7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1. By Software Type

7.3.5.2.2. By Robot Type

7.3.5.2.3. By Enterprise Size

7.3.5.2.4. By Industry Vertical

8. Asia Pacific Robot Software Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1. By Value

8.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1. By Software Type

8.2.2. By Robot Type

8.2.3. By Enterprise Size

8.2.4. By Industry Vertical

8.2.5. By Country

8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

8.3.1. China Robot Software Market Outlook

8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1. By Value

8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1. By Software Type

8.3.1.2.2. By Robot Type

8.3.1.2.3. By Enterprise Size

8.3.1.2.4. By Industry Vertical

8.3.2. India Robot Software Market Outlook

8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1. By Value

8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1. By Software Type

8.3.2.2.2. By Robot Type

8.3.2.2.3. By Enterprise Size

8.3.2.2.4. By Industry Vertical

8.3.3. Japan Robot Software Market Outlook

8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1. By Value

8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1. By Software Type

8.3.3.2.2. By Robot Type

8.3.3.2.3. By Enterprise Size

8.3.3.2.4. By Industry Vertical

8.3.4. South Korea Robot Software Market Outlook

8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1. By Value

8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1. By Software Type

8.3.4.2.2. By Robot Type

8.3.4.2.3. By Enterprise Size

8.3.4.2.4. By Industry Vertical

8.3.5. Australia Robot Software Market Outlook

8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1. By Value

8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1. By Software Type

8.3.5.2.2. By Robot Type

8.3.5.2.3. By Enterprise Size

8.3.5.2.4. By Industry Vertical

9. Middle East & Africa Robot Software Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1. By Value

9.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1. By Software Type

9.2.2. By Robot Type

9.2.3. By Enterprise Size

9.2.4. By Industry Vertical

9.2.5. By Country

9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Robot Software Market Outlook

9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1. By Value

9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1. By Software Type

9.3.1.2.2. By Robot Type

9.3.1.2.3. By Enterprise Size

9.3.1.2.4. By Industry Vertical

9.3.2. UAE Robot Software Market Outlook

9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1. By Value

9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1. By Software Type

9.3.2.2.2. By Robot Type

9.3.2.2.3. By Enterprise Size

9.3.2.2.4. By Industry Vertical

9.3.3. South Africa Robot Software Market Outlook

9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1. By Value

9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1. By Software Type

9.3.3.2.2. By Robot Type

9.3.3.2.3. By Enterprise Size

9.3.3.2.4. By Industry Vertical

10. South America Robot Software Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Software Type

10.2.2. By Robot Type

10.2.3. By Enterprise Size

10.2.4. By Industry Vertical

10.2.5. By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1. Brazil Robot Software Market Outlook

10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Software Type

10.3.1.2.2. By Robot Type

10.3.1.2.3. By Enterprise Size

10.3.1.2.4. By Industry Vertical

10.3.2. Colombia Robot Software Market Outlook

10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Software Type

10.3.2.2.2. By Robot Type

10.3.2.2.3. By Enterprise Size

10.3.2.2.4. By Industry Vertical

10.3.3. Argentina Robot Software Market Outlook

10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Software Type

10.3.3.2.2. By Robot Type

10.3.3.2.3. By Enterprise Size

10.3.3.2.4. By Industry Vertical

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers

11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)

12.2. Product Launches (If Any)

12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Robot Software Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry

14.2. Potential of New Entrants

14.3. Power of Suppliers

14.4. Power of Customers

14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. ABB Ltd.

15.1.1. Business Overview

15.1.2. Products & Services

15.1.3. Recent Developments

15.1.4. Key Personnel

15.1.5. SWOT Analysis

15.2. Clearpath Robotics Inc.

15.3. NVIDIA Corporation

15.4. CloudMinds Robotics

15.5. Liquid Robotics, Inc.

15.6. AIbrain Inc.

15.7. Brain Corporation

15.8. Epson America, Inc.

15.9. Furhat Robotics

15.10. H2O.ai, Inc.

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer

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