Printed circuit board (PCB) design software Market Report 2025

The printed circuit board (PCB) design software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.09 billion in 2024 to $3.49 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8%. The growth during the historical period was driven by increasing adoption of electronic design automation tools in academic and research institutions, greater use of FPGA-based systems in industrial automation, rising demand for multilayer PCBs in legacy telecom infrastructure, heightened focus on thermal management in high-power applications, and an increasing need for analog and mixed-signal PCB designs in legacy systems.

The printed circuit board (PCB) design software market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.58 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17%. The projected growth in the forecast period is driven by the increasing integration of digital twins for real-time PCB simulation, rising demand for eco-friendly and recyclable PCB materials, greater focus on electromagnetic compatibility in compact devices, expanding use of generative design and AI-assisted layout tools, and stronger regulatory emphasis on product lifecycle traceability in electronics. Key trends include advancements in digital twin technology for real-time design validation, integration of advanced thermal and signal integrity analysis, development of cross-platform compatibility for seamless workflows, innovations in AR- or VR-assisted PCB design environments, and enhanced cybersecurity features within design software.

The rising demand for consumer electronics is expected to drive the growth of the printed circuit board (PCB) design software market. Consumer electronics encompass a wide range of devices and gadgets used daily for personal entertainment, communication, and productivity. Demand is growing due to the increasing adoption of smart devices that combine connectivity, entertainment, and productivity features. PCB design software supports this trend by enabling efficient and precise design of PCBs, which are crucial for the performance and functionality of these devices. For example, in February 2024, the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association reported that consumer electronics production reached $201.91 million (¥31,685 million), up from $149.27 million (¥23,425 million) in January 2023. This rising demand is driving market growth for PCB design software.

Leading companies in the printed circuit board (PCB) design software market are focusing on technological innovations such as auto-generation circuits, which automatically create connectors and standardized circuit blocks using intelligent rules and machine-learning guidance. Auto-generation circuits automate the creation of electrical circuit elements and connections, helping designers produce standard components based on predefined rules or intelligent algorithms. For example, in June 2024, Zuken, a Japan-based electrical and electronic engineering software company, launched CR-8000 2025, an advanced PCB design software featuring AI-enhanced support for high-density PCB development. The software also provides real-time validation and simulation feedback, allowing immediate voltage checks and supporting automated reliability analyses.

In April 2025, Siemens AG, a Germany-based industrial manufacturing company, acquired DownStream Technologies LLC for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to boost Siemens’ capabilities in the printed circuit board (PCB) design-to-manufacturing process by incorporating DownStream Technologies' specialized tools for PCB post-processing. DownStream Technologies LLC, based in the United States, develops software solutions focused on PCB documentation, analysis, and manufacturing.

Major players in the printed circuit board (pcb) design software market are KLA Corporation, Dassault Systèmes SE, Synopsys Inc., Autodesk Inc., Cadence Design Systems Inc., ExpressPCB Inc., DipTrace LLC, Altair Engineering Inc., Zuken Inc., EasyEDA Pte. Ltd., WestDev Ltd., Celus GmbH, Versa Electronics Inc., Pramura Software Private Limited, Sienna Ecad Technologies Private Limited, Labcenter Electronics Ltd., KiCad EDA Project, Fritzing e.V., Renesas Electronics Corporation, iNtima Solutions Private Limited.

North America was the largest region in the printed circuit board (PCB) design software market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in printed circuit board (PCB) design software report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the printed circuit board (PCB) design software 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 information technology sector, particularly in hardware manufacturing, data infrastructure, and software deployment. Higher duties on imported semiconductors, circuit boards, and networking equipment have raised production and operational costs for tech firms, cloud service providers, and data centers. Companies relying on globally sourced components for laptops, servers, and consumer electronics are facing longer lead times and increased pricing pressures. In parallel, tariffs on specialized software tools and retaliatory measures from key international markets have disrupted global IT supply chains and reduced overseas demand for U.S.-developed technologies. To navigate these challenges, the sector is accelerating investments in domestic chip fabrication, diversifying supplier bases, and adopting AI-driven automation to enhance operational resilience and cost efficiency.

Printed circuit board (PCB) design software is a tool that enables users to create layouts for electronic circuit boards and correctly connect various electronic components. It accelerates the design process, reduces errors, and facilitates the development of reliable and functional electronic devices.

The primary types of PCB design software include high-end, medium-end, and low-end solutions. High-end PCB design software provides advanced, feature-rich tools for engineers to design complex and precise PCB layouts. These tools support multi-layer designs, simulation, verification, and integration with electronic design automation (EDA) systems. High-end solutions encompass PCB design software, layout tools, schematic capture, and design services, and can be deployed either on-premises or via the cloud. They are used across industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, industrial automation, healthcare, aerospace, and defense, with key users spanning banking, financial services, insurance, retail, agriculture, IT, telecom, education, healthcare, and other sectors.

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The printed circuit board (PCB) design software market includes of sales of printed circuit board (PCB) layout tools, schematic capture software, simulation and verification tools. 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.

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