Surface Haptics Technology Market Report 2026

The surface haptics technology market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.71 billion in 2025 to $6.52 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of touchscreen-based devices, increasing demand for enhanced user interfaces, early adoption in gaming applications, advancements in actuator and sensor technologies, rising consumer preference for immersive experiences.

The surface haptics technology market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.49 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of AR and VR ecosystems, growing integration in automotive infotainment systems, rising demand for immersive digital interactions, continuous innovation in haptic materials and electronics, increasing investments in human-machine interface technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of surface haptics in consumer touchscreens, growing adoption of haptic feedback in AR and VR interfaces, rising use of advanced actuators for realistic tactile sensations, expansion of surface haptics in automotive touch controls, increasing demand for energy-efficient haptic components.

The increasing use of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) is expected to drive the growth of the surface haptics technology market. VR immerses users in a fully digital environment, while AR overlays digital elements onto the real world, enhancing perception and interaction. The rising adoption of VR and AR is due to their immersive experiences that improve training, entertainment, and visualization, along with advancements in hardware affordability and software accessibility. Surface haptics technology enhances these immersive experiences by providing tactile feedback, making interactions more realistic and engaging, thereby boosting the adoption of these technologies. For instance, the UK’s Department for Business and Trade projects that spending on AR and VR in the UK will increase by 78.3% to £62.5 billion by 2030, indicating significant investment opportunities. Consequently, the growing use of VR and AR is driving the growth of the surface haptics technology market.

Leading companies in the surface haptics technology market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as haptics control surfaces, to make haptics more accessible. A haptics control surface is a device that enables users to interact with digital content through tactile feedback. It typically consists of a touch-sensitive surface that responds to user input with physical sensations or vibrations. For example, in September 2023, Densitron Technologies Limited, a UK-based technology company, launched a new 2RU haptics control surface designed to enhance user experience and efficiency in various applications. This innovative control surface combines the tactile feedback of haptic technology with a compact and ergonomic design, making it suitable for a wide range of industries, including broadcast and live events. The 2RU haptics control surface aims to provide a seamless and intuitive interaction experience, allowing users to navigate and control complex systems with ease and precision. Its compact size and robust build are set to revolutionize user interaction with technology, offering a more immersive and engaging experience across various applications.

In December 2023, AAC Technologies, a China-based provider of haptic solutions, partnered with UltraSense Systems to develop touch-and-haptics solutions that transform nearly any surface into a touch-enabled interface with tactile feedback. Through this partnership, the companies aim to accelerate the shift from mechanical buttons to solid-state interactive metal or glass surfaces for automotive and electronics applications. UltraSense Systems is a US-based company specializing in SmartSurface sensing technology.

Major companies operating in the surface haptics technology market are Apple Inc., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Texas Instruments Incorporated, TDK Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, On Semiconductor Corporation, Microchip Technology Incorporated, Johnson Electric, Cirrus Logic Inc., Synaptics Incorporated, SMK Corporation, 3D Systems Corporation, Elo Touch Solutions Inc., Actronika SAS, Ultraleap Limited, Immersion Corporation, Aito BV, Hap2u, Tanvas Inc., Teslasuit.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the surface haptics technology market by increasing costs for imported actuators, sensors, and electronic components used in haptic systems. These cost pressures have affected consumer electronics and automotive segments, particularly in regions dependent on global supply chains such as Asia-Pacific and Europe. Development and manufacturing timelines have faced moderate delays due to higher component pricing. However, tariffs have also encouraged local sourcing, regional manufacturing, and innovation in cost-efficient haptic solutions, supporting long-term market adaptability.

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Surface haptics technology enables the creation of tactile sensations on flat surfaces such as screens or touchpads, enhancing user interaction. It uses vibrations, friction, or other methods to simulate textures or buttons, enhancing the user experience by making it more immersive and intuitive. This technology finds applications in gaming, virtual reality, and user interfaces, adding a new dimension to touch-based interactions.

The key components of surface haptics technology include actuators, sensors, electronics, and other elements. Actuators are devices that convert energy into motion to perform specific tasks in mechanical systems. These systems provide tactile, force, and haptic feedback, which are useful in various sectors such as consumer electronics, automotive, education, research, commercial industries, healthcare, and more.North America was the largest region in the surface haptics technology market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the surface haptics technology market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the surface haptics technology market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The surface haptics technology market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as touch feedback development, integration services, training and support, and maintenance and upgrades. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The surface haptics technology market also includes sales of gaming controllers, wearable devices, medical devices, accessibility devices, art, and design, which are 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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