United Kingdom Machine Vision Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Vision Type (1-D Vision System, 2-D Vision System, and 3-D Vision System), By Product (PC Based and Smart Camera-Based), By Component (Hardware, Software, and Services), and UK Machine Vision Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Machine Vision Market Size Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Machine Vision Market Size Was Estimated at USD 710.4 Million in 2024
• The UK Machine Vision Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 9.80% from 2025 to 2035
• The UK Machine Vision Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1987.2 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the UK Machine Vision Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 1987.2 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 9.80% from 2025 to 2035. The increasing demand for automation and quality control in manufacturing industries, numerous advancements in artificial intelligence and deep learning algorithms, and the rising need for efficient inspection are some of the major factors propelling the market. 

Market Overview

The UK machine vision (MV) market values components that inherently change the interface of digital systems with the real world so that the automated system can recognize components, products, patterns, and other items. This technology is utilized across multiple industries, from semiconductor manufacturing and healthcare to automotive and other manufacturing. The need to inspect defects and regulate one specific task in industrial operations creates demand for machine vision systems in process control and inspection applications. Furthermore, machine vision systems are advancing because of the embrace of automation and robotics in many industries, rapid innovation in technology for industrial applications, as well as the desire by manufacturers to increase productivity. The demand for machine vision has applications across various industrial verticals, including oil and gas, aerospace, transportation, and automotive; nevertheless, the inspection use cases presented in industrial settings could satisfy the different types of machine vision systems, which include smart camera and PC-based machine vision systems. These systems support efficiencies in manufacturing, improve manufacturing productivity, provide consistent products, and reduce errors. Moreover, the introduction of AI and deep learning technologies, which are improving machine vision applications by enabling higher-level accuracy and flexibility for image analysis and pattern recognition tasks, is accelerating the uptake of machine vision products. Furthermore, the extensive integration of machine vision for real-time monitoring and danger detection, owing to the increasing requirement for safety and surveillance in many applications, such as smart cities, transportation, and healthcare, is fuelling the market expansion.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the UK machine vision market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom machine vision market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom machine vision market.

Driving Factors

Advancements in artificial intelligence and deep learning have significantly improved machine vision systems, enabling accurate image processing and object recognition in applications like facial recognition, autonomous vehicles, and medical imaging. The emergence of Industry automation further accelerates adoption, as machine vision enhances manufacturing by enabling real-time quality control, defect detection, and efficient production processes. Integration with robotics and IoT improves operational efficiency and reduces errors. Moreover, machine vision is expanding into various sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, retail (automated checkout, inventory management), and entertainment (gesture recognition, AR). This growing range of applications, supported by continual AI innovation, is fueling market growth and transforming operations across multiple industries.

Restraining Factors

The majority of organisations use machine vision technologies to digitally change traditional engineering. However, MV systems use it in some or restricted ways due to the high initial cost of installation and the ease of operation, which reduces investment in new machines in the near term. Furthermore, increased maintenance costs due to various parts integration and complexity in replacement, these factors hamper the UK machine vision market.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom machine vision market share is classified into vision type, product, and component.

• The 2-D vision system segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period

The United Kingdom machine vision market is segmented by vision type into 1-D vision system, 2-D vision system, and 3-D vision system. Among these, the 2-D vision system segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Because it uses a digital camera to take pictures of the object for effective detail mapping on the 2D X-Y axis, the 2D vision system category is leading the market with the biggest market share. Historically, these two-dimensional systems were used for label orientation, printing verification, and barcode reading.

• The PC based segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom machine vision market is segmented by product into PC based and smart camera-based. Among these, the PC based segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Its tremendous processing capacity, speed, and adaptability make it ideal for challenging machine vision tasks. PC-based systems support powerful image processing and AI-driven algorithms, allowing for precise flaw detection and quality management. Their customisability and scalability make them excellent for businesses that require advanced vision solutions, such as manufacturing and automation. As the demand for high-performance, adaptable vision systems develops, PC-based machine vision remains the industry leader, ensuring accuracy in identifying product deviations and increasing operational efficiency.

• The hardware segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom machine vision market is segmented by component into hardware, software, and services. Among these, the hardware segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The need for robust solutions that can work well in a variety of settings and provide protection against elements like dirt, dust, vibration, and extremely high or low temperatures, as well as meet certain power requirements, is driving the noteworthy developments and innovations seen in the hardware sector. Additionally, advanced solutions offer the necessary input/output features for industrial vision sensors as well as enough processing capacity to execute sophisticated algorithms. This emphasis on robustness, adaptability, and processing power highlights how important hardware is to enabling reliable and effective machine vision systems in a variety of sectors.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom machine vision market and a with comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Cognex
• Keyence
• Omron
• Basler AG
• National Instruments
• Teledyne
• Allied Vision Technologies
• IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Investors
• Market players
• End-users
• Government Authorities
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom machine vision market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Machine Vision Market, By Vision Type

• 1-D Vision System
• 2-D Vision System
• 3-D Vision System

United Kingdom Machine Vision Market, By Product

• PC Based
• Smart Camera-Based

United Kingdom Machine Vision Market, By Component

• Hardware
• Software
• Services