ROS-Based Robot Market Report 2025

The ROS-based robot market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $43.5 billion in 2024 to $47.38 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion in smart factories and industry 4.0 initiatives, rising use in surgical assistance robots, growth in rehabilitation and physical therapy robots, growth in robotic prosthetics and exoskeletons, and growth in autonomous security patrolling systems.

The ROS-based robot market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $65.8 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. Factors contributing to this forecasted growth include an increasing demand for automation in industrial sectors, the expanded use of mobile robots for logistics tasks, rising implementation of warehouse automation and autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), the growing application of robots in precision farming, and the broader deployment of collaborative robots. Noteworthy trends projected for the period include the use of open-source frameworks fostering innovation, modular software allowing customization, improved compatibility across various hardware systems, enhanced real-time operational control, and the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies.

The growing focus on automation is anticipated to fuel the growth of the ROS-based robot market in the coming years. Automation is the use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention, aiming to improve efficiency and consistency. Automation is rising due to the growing demand for operational efficiency as businesses seek to reduce costs and enhance productivity by minimizing manual, repetitive tasks. ROS-based robots are increasingly deployed in industrial automation for material handling, precision assembly, quality inspection, and hazardous environment operations. For instance, in May 2024, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization, a Switzerland-based specialized agency, the number of annual installations in China is projected to climb, potentially reaching 700,000 units by 2026. Therefore, the growing focus on automation will boost the growth of the ROS-based robot market.

Major players in the ROS-based robot market are emphasizing the creation of advanced development environments that accelerate robot programming by facilitating code reuse. A robot development environment serves as a software platform offering tools for the design, development, testing, and deployment of robotic systems. For example, in December 2022, MOV.AI, an Israel-based automation firm, introduced Flow - a visual integrated development environment for ROS. Designed for ease of use, Flow features a graphical interface that streamlines the process of building ROS applications. It increases productivity by simplifying the import of assets, minimizing the complexity of setup, enhancing debugging capabilities, and supporting seamless collaboration and project handovers. MOV.AI’s Robotics Engine Platform, developed on top of ROS, provides a browser-accessible interface equipped with all necessary tools for manufacturers and integrators to build and operate autonomous mobile robots.

In January 2023, United Robotics Group GmbH, a Germany-based company specializing in service robotics, acquired Robotnik Automation S.L.L. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition reinforces United Robotics Group’s ambition to lead the European robotics sector by blending internal growth with targeted acquisitions. Robotnik Automation S.L.L. is a Spain-based provider of ROS-based robots. Through this acquisition, United Robotics Group aims to consolidate its presence in the robotics market and advance the development of its CobiotX platform by integrating Robotnik's expertise and solutions.

Major players in the ros-based robot market are ABB Ltd., Aptiv Plc, KUKA Aktiengesellschaft, iRobot Corporation, Comau SpA, Addverb Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Universal Robots A/S, SoftBank Robotics Corp., Yaskawa Motoman Robotics Inc., Clearpath Robotics Inc., Apptronik Inc., Aldebaran Robotics SAS, Robotiq Inc., Neobotix GmbH, Husarion Inc., PAL Robotics S.L., Robotnik Automation S.L.L., Open Source Robotics Foundation Inc., Omron Adept Technology Inc., Blue Robotics Inc.

North America was the largest region in the ROS-based robot market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in ROS-based robot report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the ROS-based robot market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the construction sector, particularly in materials procurement and project costs. Higher duties on imported steel, aluminum, lumber, and machinery have driven up expenses for builders, contractors, and infrastructure developers, leading to increased project bids and delayed timelines. Construction equipment manufacturers face similar challenges, with tariffs on essential components and raw materials inflating production costs and squeezing margins. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs in international markets have curtailed exports of U.S.-made construction equipment and materials, further affecting profitability. The sector must now prioritize local sourcing, modular construction techniques, and supply chain diversification to control costs and ensure project viability amid ongoing trade uncertainties.

ROS-based robots are autonomous or semi-autonomous systems that utilize the Robot Operating System (ROS), a versatile framework designed to streamline robotic software development. These robots stand out for their capability to seamlessly integrate diverse software modules, which facilitates effective control, communication, and data handling.

ROS-based robots comprise three primary components: hardware, software, and services. Hardware includes physical elements like sensors, actuators, processors, controllers, and mechanical structures that allow the robot to interact with its surroundings. This market features different robot types, such as mobile robots, industrial robots, collaborative robots, and service robots, serving a wide range of end users including manufacturers, healthcare organizations, agricultural businesses, logistics providers, and service sectors.

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The ROS-based robot market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as system integration, testing services, technical consulting, and mapping services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The ROS-based robots market also includes sales of ROS-enabled controllers, development kits, power management units, ROS-enabled drones, and inspection robots. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is 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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