Global 3D Printed Shoes Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Non-Athletic, and Athletic), By End-user (Women, Men, and Kids), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2024 - 2031

Global 3D Printed Shoes Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Non-Athletic, and Athletic), By End-user (Women, Men, and Kids), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2024 - 2031

The Global 3D Printed Shoes Market size is expected to reach $6 billion by 2031, rising at a market growth of 18.5% CAGR during the forecast period. In the year 2023, the market attained a volume of 20,131.1thousand units, experiencing a growth of 27.7% (2020-2023).

North America is at the forefront of technological innovation, with a robust ecosystem of research institutions, technology companies, and startups driving advancements in 3D printing technology. Thus, the North America region acquired 38.5% revenue share in the market 2023. In terms of volume, the North America region would attain a volume of 31,159.9 thousand units by 2031. With the ongoing development and increased availability of 3D printing technology, there is a growing trend among consumers in North America to adopt this as an inventive and unique footwear alternative.

3D printing enables rapid prototyping, allowing shoe designers and manufacturers to quickly create physical prototypes of new designs. Traditional prototyping methods often require time-consuming processes such as molding and tooling, which can delay product development timelines.

Additionally, more footwear manufacturers, including established brands and startups, can adopt 3D printing technology for shoe production. This increased accessibility accelerates the adoption of 3D printed shoes and drives market growth. Therefore, expanding 3D printing industry globally propels the market's growth.

However, the initial cost of acquiring 3D printing equipment, including printers, scanners, and software, can be substantial. High-quality industrial-grade 3D printers producing footwear with the necessary precision and speed can be expensive. Thus, limited material options are hampering the growth of the market.

Type Outlook

Based on type, the market is divided into athletic and non-athletic. The athletic segment attained 25.3% revenue share in the market in 2023. In terms of volume the athletic segment would attain a volume of 20,253.8 thousand units by 2031.Personalized and unique products are experiencing an increasing prevalence in diverse consumer segments, including the athletic footwear industry.

End Use Outlook

On the basis of end-user, the market is segmented into men, women, and kids. The women segment recorded 59.5% revenue share in the market in 2023. In the terms of volume, the women segment would attain a volume of 40,700.0 thousand units by 2030. Women are often more fashion-conscious and trend-focused, increasing demand for innovative and stylish footwear.

Regional Outlook

Region-wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. The Asia Pacific region generated 26.9% revenue share in the market in 2023. IN the terms of volume, the Asia Pacific region would attain a volume of 21,397.8 thousand units by 2030. The Asia-Pacific region, specifically urban centers, is experiencing a rapid increase in population.

List of Key Companies Profiled

• Nike, Inc.
• Adidas AG
• PUMA SE (Groupe Artémis S.A.)
• SKECHERS USA, Inc.
• New Balance Athletics, Inc.
• Under Armour, Inc.
• Reebok International Ltd. (Authentic Brands Group LLC)
• Stratasys, Ltd.
• FitMyFoot Inc.
• Aetrex, Inc.

Global 3D Printed Shoes Market Report Segmentation

By Type (Volume, Thousand Units, USD billion,2020-2031)

• Non-Athletic
• Athletic

By End-user (Volume, Thousand Units, USD billion,2020-2031)

• Women
• Men
• Kids

By Geography (Volume, Thousand Units, USD billion,2020-2031)

• North America
• US
• Canada
• Mexico
• Rest of North America
• Europe
• Germany
• UK
• France
• Russia
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• Australia
• Malaysia
• Rest of Asia Pacific
• LAMEA
• Brazil
• Argentina
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Nigeria
• Rest of LAMEA