Global Computer Aided Design Software Market 2025 by Company, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Global Computer Aided Design Software Market 2025 by Company, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Computer Aided Design Software market size was valued at US$ 20420 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 31270 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 6.3% during review period.

Computer Aided Design Software defines the use of different software such as computer-aided designing (CAD) software, computer-aided engineering (CAE) software, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software, electronic design automation (EDA) software, and architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) software. Computer Aided Design Software (CAD, CAM, CAE, AEC, & EDA) can be used by any organization which is required to carry out Engineering Software (CAD, CAM, CAE, AEC, & EDA), and is used in design automation and product design etc. Organizations of all sizes from the smallest companies requiring a more basic system to the large corporate businesses requiring a feature rich solution, will have use for Engineering Software (CAD, CAM, CAE, AEC, & EDA).

The industry's leading producers are Autodesk, Siemens PLM Software and Synopsys, which accounted for 13.46%, 11.09% and 10.57% of revenue in 2019, respectively.

The Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software market is experiencing rapid growth and evolution, becoming essential across industries like manufacturing, architecture, and engineering. This growth is fueled by technological innovations, the rising demand for customized products, and the need for streamlined and efficient design processes. Cloud-based CAD solutions are gaining traction, offering flexibility and reduced costs, while integration with other software such as product lifecycle management (PLM) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) systems is enhancing workflow efficiency. Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR) are also being incorporated to automate tasks, enhance design capabilities, and provide immersive, realistic interactions with 3D models.

Despite the promising trends, the market faces several challenges. Complexity remains a significant hurdle for users without technical expertise, and high-end CAD software can represent a substantial financial burden for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Additionally, managing large datasets and integrating CAD software with other systems requires advanced data management and often complex implementation processes. However, these challenges also present opportunities, particularly in emerging markets with growing manufacturing sectors. Customizing CAD software for specific industries, aligning it with Industry 4.0 initiatives like IoT and automation, and focusing on sustainability are ways vendors can gain a competitive edge.

Regionally, Asia, led by China, Japan, and India, is a key market due to the rapid industrial expansion and technological progress. Europe, with its strong manufacturing base in countries like Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, continues to drive demand for innovative CAD solutions. North America, particularly the United States and Canada, remains a major market, with industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics leading the way. Emerging markets in Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East also show increasing interest as their industrial capabilities expand. The CAD software market's dynamic nature presents both challenges and significant opportunities for vendors willing to innovate and adapt to the evolving technological landscape.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Computer Aided Design Software market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by company, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Computer Aided Design Software market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), 2020-2031

Global Computer Aided Design Software market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), 2020-2031

Global Computer Aided Design Software market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), 2020-2031

Global Computer Aided Design Software market shares of main players, in revenue ($ Million), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Computer Aided Design Software

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Computer Aided Design Software market based on the following parameters - company overview, revenue, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Autodesk, Bentley Systems, Dassault Systemes, Nemetschek, HCL Technologies, Siemens PLM Software, Synopsys, PTC, ANSYS, Altium, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market segmentation

Computer Aided Design Software market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for Consumption Value by Type and by Application. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
On-Premise
On-Cloud

Market segment by Application
Design Automation
Plant Design
Product Design and Testing
Drafting and 3D Modeling
Others

Market segment by players, this report covers
Autodesk
Bentley Systems
Dassault Systemes
Nemetschek
HCL Technologies
Siemens PLM Software
Synopsys
PTC
ANSYS
Altium
Hexagon
Altair Engineering
ESI Group
Corel Corporation
GstarCAD
Zhongwang
Vhsoft Technologies
CAXA
Graebert GmbH
BricsCAD
nanoCAD

Market segment by regions, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, UK, Russia, Italy and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia and Rest of Asia-Pacific)

South America (Brazil, Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 13 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Computer Aided Design Software product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top players of Computer Aided Design Software, with revenue, gross margin, and global market share of Computer Aided Design Software from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Computer Aided Design Software competitive situation, revenue, and global market share of top players are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4 and 5, to segment the market size by Type and by Application, with consumption value and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031

Chapter 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, to break the market size data at the country level, with revenue and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Computer Aided Design Software market forecast, by regions, by Type and by Application, with consumption value, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 11, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 12, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Computer Aided Design Software.

Chapter 13, to describe Computer Aided Design Software research findings and conclusion.