Segments - Consumer Drone Market by Applications (Photogrammetry, Prosumer, and Toy/Hobbyist), Products (Nano, Multi-rotor, and Others), and Regions (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global consumer drone market size valued at USD 4.1 Billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 12.61 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 13.3% during the forecast period, 2023-2031. The growth of the market is attributed to the development of new creative technologies such as collision avoidance and geo-fencing, which make flying drones safer.
A consumer drone, often known as a hobby or personal drone, is a mass-market unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that has become widely receptive for various applications. Novel electronics technology has widely accepted drones as a new form of platforms for executing various consumer related activities.
In order to balance innovation and safety, several new policies implemented by governments across the globe in response to the growing global demand for drones and the increasing acceptance of consumer drones.
In the United States, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued new regulations that helped to accelerate the use of UAVs in the country. The technology is still in its early infant stages of development and it is expected to have significant economic and technological impact in the near future.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had wide-ranging effects, with many people waiting for unemployment checks and many others still working remotely. Companies employ several means or actions to repurpose their products in order to combat the pandemic.
The civilian drone business was particularly affected by this repurposing. However, major companies are increasingly focusing on the development of consumer drone owing to its extensive advantages in the utility of their mapping, inspection, and delivery capabilities.
Evolution of consumer UAVs into flying smartphone-likewise platforms is expected to drive the market in the coming years.
New government regulations favoring the establishment of drone system for enhancing consumers’ real experience of various services are anticipated to propel the market.
Emergence of hybrid drones that operate on non-conventional energy sources is expected to boost the products demand.
Concerning issues regarding privacy concerns, risk of mishaps, and high cost of maintenance and repair of drones can hamper the market expansion during the forecast period.
Technologically modification including navigation, advanced speed, and control technologies are expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market growth.
The report on the global consumer drone market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Consumer Drone Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Applications (Photogrammetry, Prosumer, and Toy/Hobbyist) and Products (Nano, Multi-rotor, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Parrot; 3D Robotics; Walkera; WL Toys; Syms Toys; Hubsan; DJI Innovations; Yuneec Electric Aviation; JJRC; Cheerson; Eachine; Blade/Horizon Hobby; and SkyTech |
On the basis of applications, the consumer drone market is segmented into photogrammetry, prosumer, and toy/hobbyist. The prosumer segment is projected to expand at a considerable CAGR during the forecast period. Drone racing, as a recreational sport, is being promoted on a large scale in numerous geographies, resulting in greater use of drones for prosumer applications.
On the other hand, the toy/hobbyist segment is anticipated to account for a major market share during the forecast period owing to the advancement of technology in electronics while gaming enthusiasts have begun to consider drones as a new source of entertainment.
The demand for drones in the photogrammetry application category was expected to be around 20,000 units, with that number anticipated to rise significantly over the next eight years. For photogrammetry applications, low-altitude tiny drones offer an edge over existing aerial technologies.
In terms of products, the market is divided into nano, multi-rotor, and others. The multi-rotor segment is expected to hold significant share of the market owing to rising demand in aerial photography and FPV racing. However, the nano segment is projected to accounts for a large market share as the relative operating cost effectiveness of such drones is expected to expand their use for numerous reasons.
Fixed-wing and hybrid drones are examples of other drones. Fixed-wing drones are becoming more popular in FPV racing. Drones with fixed wings are increasingly being used for large-area coverage such as aerial surveillance and mapping. Drones that run on solar power are useful for a variety of tasks, including mapping and monitoring.
In terms of regions, the consumer drone market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to constitute a key share of the market during the projected period owing to the FAA’s upcoming positive efforts as well as increased governments’ spending on advanced drones.
However, the market of Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period due to wide establishment of several startups for e-commerce and delivery services with massive investment from major economies such as China, India, and Japan.
The global consumer drone market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players competing in the global consumer drone market are Parrot; 3D Robotics; Walkera; WL Toys; Syms Toys; Hubsan; DJI Innovations; Yuneec Electric Aviation; JJRC; Cheerson; Eachine; Blade/Horizon Hobby; and SkyTech. To make drones more powerful and intelligent, these companies focus on developing solutions that incorporate context, advanced positioning systems, and artificial intelligence.