The Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.4% from 2025 to 2031, with a market size expanding from US$ XX million in 2024 to US$ XX Million by 2031.
The report is segmented by Product Type (Indoor 3D Laser Scanner, Outdoor 3D Laser Scanner); Application (Aerospace and Defense, Medical and Healthcare, Architecture and Engineering, Energy and Power, Automotive and Transportation, Others). The global analysis is further broken-down at regional level and major countries. The Report Offers the Value in USD for the above analysis and segments.
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Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Market Segmentation
Product Type- Indoor 3D Laser Scanner
- Outdoor 3D Laser Scanner
- Aerospace and Defense
- Medical and Healthcare
- Architecture and Engineering
- Energy and Power
- Automotive and Transportation
- Others
Strategic Insights
Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Market Growth Drivers- Growing Demand for 3D Modeling and Visualization: Automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries use 3D laser scanners for rapid prototyping, reverse engineering, and product design. Rapid capturing of exact dimensions and features of physical objects provides the ability to iterate more quickly and improve the product development process.
- Increased Adoption in Industrial and Manufacturing Applications: Handheld 3D laser scanners are gaining popularity in quality control and inspection and maintenance processes in manufacturing. Manufacturers can measure parts and assemblies very accurately using handheld 3D laser scanners, thus enabling them to detect deviations from design specifications early during the production process.
- Advancements in Software and Post-Processing Capabilities: More intuitive and powerful software, for instance, in processing 3D scan data has made handheld scanners more useful as a tool. Data cleanup, mesh generation, and model optimization become easily manageable tasks with fewer efforts using such software tools in order to convert scanned data into usable formats for CAD applications or 3D printing.
- Growth in Cultural Heritage and Preservation Projects: The handheld 3D laser scanner market presents an opportunity in the cultural heritage and historical preservation sector. As governments, museums, and research organizations increasingly look to digitally preserve historical sites, monuments, and artifacts, handheld 3D scanners are becoming invaluable tools for creating accurate, detailed digital models. These models can be used for restoration, archiving, or public education, offering significant growth potential in this niche application.
- Growing Popularity of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) : The combination of handheld 3D scanning with AR and VR technologies is becoming increasingly popular, especially in entertainment, gaming, and training. By scanning real-world objects and integrating them into virtual environments, these applications provide immersive experiences for users.
- Miniaturization and Portability: There is an increasing trend toward the miniaturization of handheld 3D laser scanners, making them more portable and easier to use in a variety of environments. As these devices become more compact and lightweight, they can be used in previously inaccessible or difficult-to-reach areas, such as small mechanical parts, confined spaces, or outdoor environments. This trend is driving the adoption of handheld 3D scanners in industries like automotive repair, construction, and archaeology, where mobility and ease of use are critical factors.
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North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

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Advancements in Software and Post-Processing Capabilities is anticipated to play a significant role in the global Handheld 3D Laser Scanner market in the coming years
The major factors driving the Handheld 3D Laser Scanner market are Growing Demand for 3D Modeling and Visualization and Increased Adoption in Industrial and Manufacturing Applications.
The Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Market is estimated to witness a CAGR of 6.4% from 2023 to 2031
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. SCOPE OF THE STUDY
1.2. THE INSIGHT PARTNERS RESEARCH REPORT GUIDANCE
1.3. MARKET SEGMENTATION
1.3.1 Handheld 3D Laser Scanner - By Product Type
1.3.2 Handheld 3D Laser Scanner - By Application
1.3.3 Handheld 3D Laser Scanner - By Region
1.3.3.1 By Country
2. KEY TAKEAWAYS
3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER LANDSCAPE
4.1. OVERVIEW
4.2. PEST ANALYSIS
4.2.1 North America - Pest Analysis
4.2.2 Europe - Pest Analysis
4.2.3 Asia-Pacific - Pest Analysis
4.2.4 Middle East and Africa - Pest Analysis
4.2.5 South and Central America - Pest Analysis
4.3. ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
4.4. EXPERT OPINIONS
5. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER - KEY MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1. KEY MARKET DRIVERS
5.2. KEY MARKET RESTRAINTS
5.3. KEY MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
5.4. FUTURE TRENDS
5.5. IMPACT ANALYSIS OF DRIVERS, RESTRAINTS & EXPECTED INFLUENCE OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC
6. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER - GLOBAL MARKET ANALYSIS
6.1. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER - GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW
6.2. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER - GLOBAL MARKET AND FORECAST TO 2028
6.3. MARKET POSITIONING/MARKET SHARE
7. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - PRODUCT TYPE
7.1. OVERVIEW
7.2. PRODUCT TYPE MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
7.3. INDOOR 3D LASER SCANNER
7.3.1. Overview
7.3.2. Indoor 3D Laser Scanner Market Forecast and Analysis
7.4. OUTDOOR 3D LASER SCANNER
7.4.1. Overview
7.4.2. Outdoor 3D Laser Scanner Market Forecast and Analysis
8. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - APPLICATION
8.1. OVERVIEW
8.2. APPLICATION MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
8.3. AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE
8.3.1. Overview
8.3.2. Aerospace and Defense Market Forecast and Analysis
8.4. MEDICAL AND HEALTHCARE
8.4.1. Overview
8.4.2. Medical and Healthcare Market Forecast and Analysis
8.5. ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
8.5.1. Overview
8.5.2. Architecture and Engineering Market Forecast and Analysis
8.6. ENERGY AND POWER
8.6.1. Overview
8.6.2. Energy and Power Market Forecast and Analysis
8.7. AUTOMOTIVE AND TRANSPORTATION
8.7.1. Overview
8.7.2. Automotive and Transportation Market Forecast and Analysis
8.8. OTHERS
8.8.1. Overview
8.8.2. Others Market Forecast and Analysis
9. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - GEOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS
9.1. NORTH AMERICA
9.1.1 North America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Overview
9.1.2 North America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis
9.1.3 North America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Product Type
9.1.4 North America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.1.5 North America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.1.5.1 Canada Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.1.5.1.1 Canada Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.1.5.1.2 Canada Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.1.5.2 Mexico Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.1.5.2.1 Mexico Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.1.5.2.2 Mexico Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.1.5.3 US Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.1.5.3.1 US Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.1.5.3.2 US Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.2. EUROPE
9.2.1 Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Overview
9.2.2 Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis
9.2.3 Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Product Type
9.2.4 Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.2.5 Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.2.5.1 Germany Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.2.5.1.1 Germany Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.2.5.1.2 Germany Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.2.5.2 France Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.2.5.2.1 France Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.2.5.2.2 France Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.2.5.3 Italy Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.2.5.3.1 Italy Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.2.5.3.2 Italy Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.2.5.4 United Kingdom Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.2.5.4.1 United Kingdom Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.2.5.4.2 United Kingdom Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.2.5.5 Russia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.2.5.5.1 Russia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.2.5.5.2 Russia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.2.5.6 Rest of Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.2.5.6.1 Rest of Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.2.5.6.2 Rest of Europe Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.3. ASIA-PACIFIC
9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Overview
9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis
9.3.3 Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Product Type
9.3.4 Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.3.5 Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.3.5.1 Australia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.3.5.1.1 Australia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.3.5.1.2 Australia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.3.5.2 China Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.3.5.2.1 China Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.3.5.2.2 China Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.3.5.3 India Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.3.5.3.1 India Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.3.5.3.2 India Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.3.5.4 Japan Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.3.5.4.1 Japan Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.3.5.4.2 Japan Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.3.5.5 South Korea Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.3.5.5.1 South Korea Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.3.5.5.2 South Korea Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.3.5.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.3.5.6.1 Rest of Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.3.5.6.2 Rest of Asia-Pacific Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.4. MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA
9.4.1 Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Overview
9.4.2 Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis
9.4.3 Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Product Type
9.4.4 Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.4.5 Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.4.5.1 South Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.4.5.1.1 South Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.4.5.1.2 South Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.4.5.2 Saudi Arabia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.4.5.2.1 Saudi Arabia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.4.5.2.2 Saudi Arabia Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.4.5.3 U.A.E Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.4.5.3.1 U.A.E Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.4.5.3.2 U.A.E Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.4.5.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.4.5.4.1 Rest of Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.4.5.4.2 Rest of Middle East and Africa Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.5. SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA
9.5.1 South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Overview
9.5.2 South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis
9.5.3 South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Product Type
9.5.4 South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.5.5 South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.5.5.1 Brazil Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.5.5.1.1 Brazil Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.5.5.1.2 Brazil Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.5.5.2 Argentina Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.5.5.2.1 Argentina Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.5.5.2.2 Argentina Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
9.5.5.3 Rest of South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner
9.5.5.3.1 Rest of South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Product Type
9.5.5.3.2 Rest of South and Central America Handheld 3D Laser Scanner by Application
10. INDUSTRY LANDSCAPE
10.1. MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
10.2. AGREEMENTS, COLLABORATIONS AND JOIN VENTURES
10.3. NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES
10.4. EXPANSIONS AND OTHER STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTS
11. HANDHELD 3D LASER SCANNER, KEY COMPANY PROFILES
11.1. FARO
11.1.1. Key Facts
11.1.2. Business Description
11.1.3. Products and Services
11.1.4. Financial Overview
11.1.5. SWOT Analysis
11.1.6. Key Developments
11.2. TRIMBLE
11.2.1. Key Facts
11.2.2. Business Description
11.2.3. Products and Services
11.2.4. Financial Overview
11.2.5. SWOT Analysis
11.2.6. Key Developments
11.3. TOPCON
11.3.1. Key Facts
11.3.2. Business Description
11.3.3. Products and Services
11.3.4. Financial Overview
11.3.5. SWOT Analysis
11.3.6. Key Developments
11.4. HEXAGON (LEICA)
11.4.1. Key Facts
11.4.2. Business Description
11.4.3. Products and Services
11.4.4. Financial Overview
11.4.5. SWOT Analysis
11.4.6. Key Developments
11.5. NIKON METROLOGY
11.5.1. Key Facts
11.5.2. Business Description
11.5.3. Products and Services
11.5.4. Financial Overview
11.5.5. SWOT Analysis
11.5.6. Key Developments
11.6. CREAFORM (AMETEK)
11.6.1. Key Facts
11.6.2. Business Description
11.6.3. Products and Services
11.6.4. Financial Overview
11.6.5. SWOT Analysis
11.6.6. Key Developments
11.7. TELEDYNE OPTECH
11.7.1. Key Facts
11.7.2. Business Description
11.7.3. Products and Services
11.7.4. Financial Overview
11.7.5. SWOT Analysis
11.7.6. Key Developments
11.8. Z+F GMBH
11.8.1. Key Facts
11.8.2. Business Description
11.8.3. Products and Services
11.8.4. Financial Overview
11.8.5. SWOT Analysis
11.8.6. Key Developments
11.9. MAPTEK
11.9.1. Key Facts
11.9.2. Business Description
11.9.3. Products and Services
11.9.4. Financial Overview
11.9.5. SWOT Analysis
11.9.6. Key Developments
11.10. KREON TECHNOLOGIES
11.10.1. Key Facts
11.10.2. Business Description
11.10.3. Products and Services
11.10.4. Financial Overview
11.10.5. SWOT Analysis
11.10.6. Key Developments
12. APPENDIX
12.1. ABOUT THE INSIGHT PARTNERS
12.2. GLOSSARY OF TERMS
1. Faro
2. Trimble
3. Topcon
4. Hexagon (Leica)
5. Nikon Metrology
6. Creaform (AMETEK)
7. Teledyne Optech
8. Z+F GmbH
9. Maptek
10. Kreon Technologies
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