Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) Market - By Component, By Type, By Payload Capacity, By Navigation Technology, By Battery Type, By Application, By End Use Industry, Global Forecast, 2025 - 2034

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Size

The global autonomous mobile robots market size was valued at USD 2.8 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at 17.6% CAGR from 2025 to 2034. The growth of market is attributed to growth of e-commerce and warehouse automation, and adoption of AMRs in agriculture and hospitality sector.
 

The growth of e-commerce and warehouse automation is a major factor driving the market for autonomous robots. Robust growth of e-commerce and omnichannel retailing fueled the deployment of AMRs for sorting, transportation, assembly, and inventory management. For instance, according to the International Trade Administration, global B2C e-commerce  market is expected to reach USD 5.5 trillion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 14.4%. This surge directly boosts the demand for AMRs in warehousing and logistics.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) manufacturers must develop sophisticated AMRs designed for e-commerce warehousing, specifically for sorting, transport, and inventory management. Advanced AI-guided navigation and automation features will cater to the increasing demands from the large and growing worldwide e-commerce and omnichannel retail markets.
 

The growing adoption of autonomous mobile robots in agriculture due to increasing productivity, labor shortages, and the requirement for precision agriculture is driving the market growth. According to Statista, the volume of agriculture robots is estimated to surpass 35 billion units by 2030. AMRs reduces operational expenditures and increases productivity by automating activities like sowing, reaping, weeding, and crop observation, particularly in challenging environments.
 

Moreover, autonomous mobile robots are increasingly being adopted in the hospitality industry to improve customer experience, simplify operations and alleviate the labor crunch. AMRs maximize productivity and operating costs with assistance in food delivery, housekeeping services, luggage handling, and housekeeping operations.
 

AMR manufacturers need to develop industry-specific solutions for the agriculture and hospitality industries. For agriculture, AMRs must drive precision farming and automate time-consuming operations. For hospitality, AMRs need to be designed with ease of integration in food delivery, housekeeping, and luggage handling to enhance service speed, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Trends

• Integration of AI and ML for navigation, real time decision making and data processing is gaining traction in the market. For instance, in March 2024, ABB Robotics launched Flexley Tug T702 autonomous mobile robot with AMR Studio software and AI-based Visual SLAM navigation technology. This facilitate users to program and control the complete fleet of robots. By combining AI and 3D vision, Visual SLAM navigation technology allow AMRs to make real time decisions, distinguish between stable and mobile objects in the environment.
   
• Advancements in swarm robotics allow several AMRs to cooperate with each other, enhancing warehouse logistics, manufacturing, and mass-scale automation. Managed fleets boost task efficiency, minimize downtime, and maximize resource use. The trend is transforming supply chains by facilitating smooth, autonomous collaboration between robots in challenging environments.
   
• Businesses are producing AMRs with significant load capacity to support bigger payloads across industries. For instance, in November 2023, Omron Corporation introduced MD-series autonomous mobile robots with 650 kg and 900 kg payload capacities. Increased load capacity optimizes warehousing, manufacturing, and logistics by reducing trips and simplifying processes.
   
• Another major trend is the deployment of AMRs by logistics operators and retailers to carry out last-mile delivery because they want to improve productivity while reducing costs. They transport products autonomously to consumers by navigating around sidewalks and roads, with minimal carbon use, reducing urban congestion, and helping to meet increasing demand for inexpensive and quick delivery from e-commerce.
   

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Analysis

Based on components, the market is segmented into hardware, software & service.
 

• Hardware segment in the market was valued at USD 1.4 billion in 2024 because of the growing demand for advanced sensors, LiDAR, cameras, and robotic arms. Ongoing enhancements in battery life, payload capacity, and lifespan is driving the adoption. Increasing investment in high-performance processors and AI chips enhances AMR efficiency, further boosting the market for AMR hardware.
   
• Software & Services segment in the AMR market is fastest growing with a CAGR of 19.2% during the forecast period. Growing need for cloud analytics, predictive maintenance, AI-based navigation, and fleet management is the propelling factors for software and services. As AMRs are getting more advanced, companies need customized software, real-time monitoring, and integration services to enhance automation capabilities, minimize downtime, and optimize productivity.
   

  

Based on type, the autonomous mobile robots market is segmented into goods-to-person picking robots, self-driving forklifts, autonomous inventory robots, and unmanned aerial vehicles.
 

• The goods-to-person picking robots is expected to register a CAGR of over 18.5% during the forecast period. Warehouse automation, increasing e-commerce orders, and labor shortages are propelling the market of goods-to-person picking robots. They maximize storage density, minimize human contact, and accelerate order filling. Contemporary logistics and supply chain operations rely intensively on technology advances in AI, vision systems, and real-time data processing since they enhance accuracy.
   
• Autonomous inventory robots market was valued at USD 808.6 million in 2024. The autonomous inventory robots market is fueled by increased demand for real-time inventory monitoring, minimizing human error, and enhanced warehouse productivity. Growing demand from e-commerce, labor shortages, and advancements in AI and sensor technologies contributes the adoption of AMR and enable companies to reduce costs and make inventory management less complicated.
   

Based on battery type, the autonomous mobile robots market is segmented into lead battery, lithium-ion battery, nickel-based battery, and others.
 

• Lithium-ion battery held a market share of 68.7% in 2024. The dominance is attributed to lithium-ions battery’s high energy density, long battery life, fast charging, and portability. They are a preferred choice for AMRs used in the manufacturing, logistics, and health industries because lithium-ion batteries are more efficient, require less maintenance, and reduce downtime compared to lead-acid and nickel-based batteries.
   
• Lead Battery is the second fastest growing segment with a CAGR of 14.3% during the forecast period to their low cost, high level of recyclability, and widespread availability. These batteries are suitable for industrial uses because they are robust and can handle deep discharge cycles. The technological advancements such as improved energy density and lower maintenance are also driving the application of lead-acid batteries in AMRs.
   

On the basis of application, the autonomous mobile robots market is divided into sorting, transportation, assembly, inventory management, and others.
 

• Inventory management segment is estimated to register a CAGR of 20.4% from 2025-2034, led by the surging use of AMRs across retail and warehouse sectors to avoid errors, stock optimization, and real-time location tracking. Increasing demand for e-commerce, labor scarcity, and AI-based automations are encouraging firms to implement inventory management AMRs to enhance productivity, lower the cost of operation, and maximize order accuracy.
   
• Transportation segment in the market held a market share of 34% in 2024. Transportation segment leads the market due to rising automation in manufacturing, logistics, and warehouses. AMRs improve productivity by automating production, transporting materials autonomously, and lowering labor expenses. Growth of e-commerce, lack of workers, and need for faster material handling add fuel to demand, pushing transportation as the largest application.
   

Based on navigation technology, the autonomous mobile robots market is segmented into laser/LiDAR, vision guidance, and others.
 

• Laser/LiDAR segment held a market share of 44.1% in 2024. The ability of Laser/LiDAR equipped autonomous mobile robots to perceive its surroundings, detect obstacles in its path and navigate autonomously is propelling the growth of this segment. LiDAR enables accurate navigation in dynamic environment which are essential in warehouses, logistics, and industrial applications.
   
• Vision guidance segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18.1% during the forecast period. The vision-guided AMR market growth is fueled by the development in AI-based computer vision, enhanced camera sensors, and machine learning algorithms. With no requirement for external infrastructure such as LiDAR, vision-based AMRs provide cost-effective, flexible navigation, which drives the adoption of vision-based AMRs in across industries.
   

On the basis of payload capacity, the autonomous mobile robots market is divided into below 100 kg, 100 kg - 500 kg, and more than 500 kg.
 

• The 100 kg - 500 kg capacity AMRs dominated the market with a share of 39% in 2024 as a result of flexibility and versatility of this system across warehouses, logistics, manufacturing, and retail industries. It is well-suited for automation of the movement of goods. As these robots become more technologically advanced and cost-effective, their adoption will increase over the forecast period.
   
• The market for more than 500kg is anticipated to register a CAGR of 20% during the forecast period. Increasing demand for heavy duty automation in manufacturing and warehouses is driving the demand for high payload capacity AMRs. Advancements in load bearing designs, AI driven navigations, and improvement in battery technologies are further boosting demand for higher payload capacity AMRs.
   

Based on end-use industry, the autonomous mobile robots market is segmented into logistics & warehousing, retail, automotive, electronics & semiconductor, pharmaceuticals & healthcare, food & beverage, aerospace & defense, hospitality, and others.
 

• Logistics & warehousing segment held a market share of 33.6% in 2024 due to the rising need for retail, e-commerce, and third-party logistics automation. AMRs minimize labor expenses, automate order picking, and improve inventory management. The expanding use of AI-based robots for picking, sorting, transportation and the requirement for quicker delivery further enhances the market growth.
   
• Hospitality segment is fastest growing segment with a CAGR of 20.8% during the forecast period, because of labor shortages, cost savings, and increasing technology adoption for improved consumer experiences. With faster operations and improved sanitation, AMRs assists in food delivery, room service, housekeeping, and concierge. Hotel, restaurant, and resort expansion is also boosted by AI-driven service.
   

North America held a market share of 33.8% in 2024. The rapid adoption of automation in logistics, e-commerce, and manufacturing is propelling North American AMR market growth. Investments in AMRs are increasing in the region due to growing labor shortages, high wages, and the need for operational efficiency. AMR market growth across sectors is driven by growing government investment, developments in AI and robots, and expanding usage across retail, hospitality, and the healthcare sector.
 

• The U.S. autonomous mobile robots market is projected to grow significantly, reaching USD 3.4 billion by 2034. As the demand of the e-commerce sector is increasing, a demand for autonomous mobile robots is also growing in the U.S. According to Statista, the revenue of the U.S. e-commerce market will increase by over USD 650 billion between 2024 and 2029. AMRs are being adopted in the logistics & warehouse for inventory management, order fulfilment and to improve overall operational efficiency.
   
• Canada autonomous mobile robots market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 14.2% for 2025-2034. Increasing investment in AI-driven automation and rising  adoption in warehousing and logistics are driving the AMR market in Canada. The use of AMRs is propelled by the need for cost effective operations, manufacturing automation, and expanding e-commerce. AMRs are increasingly being deployed in healthcare and hospitality industries to enhance operational productivity and service efficiency.
   

The Europe autonomous mobile robots market is expected to register a CAGR of 16.9% during the forecast period. As automation in manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare is increasing, the European AMR market is developing rapidly. Increasing labor costs, and strict labor laws are driving the adoption of robotic solutions. Governments support for Industry 4.0 and investment in AI-driven automation further drive growth.
 

• AMRs market in Germany is projected to reach USD 1 billion by 2034. AMR market in Germany is expanding because of the nation's Industry 4.0 agenda, high R&D spending, and government efforts to promote robotics adoption. AMRs improve productivity, reduce the cost of labor, and maximize logistics in Germany's sophisticated manufacturing and supply chains.
   
• UK autonomous mobile robots market was valued at USD 141.3 million in 2024. Rapid warehouse automation in e-commerce, growing labor shortages, and mounting demand for robotics in healthcare are fueling the UK's AMR industry. AMRs are being adopted by logistics operators and retail companies to automate fulfillment centers. Government incentives for the development of AI and robotics also spur the adoption of AMR across industries.
   
• France market for AMR is projected to grow at a CAGR of 17.5% during the forecast period. France is experiencing growth in the AMR market on the strength of rising investment in agricultural automation, sustainability initiatives, and smart logistics. Furthermore, investment in robotics R&D and government policies also drive adoption of AMRs across industries.
   
• Market for autonomous mobile robotics in Italy is projected to reach USD 365 million by 2034. Italy's robust manufacturing and food & beverage industries drive AMR market in the country. Italian labor shortage is driving companies to implement AMRs in logistics and material handling. Furthermore, the increasing application of robotics in the luxury segment and fashion supply chains provides a boost to demand.
   
• AMRs market in Spain was valued at USD 73.5 million in 2024. AMR market in Spain is growing because of  food processing, hotel, and tourism industries rapidly adopting AMRs in their operations. AMRs are being applied for contactless guest service, food delivery, and housekeeping in the thriving hotel industry. The agriculture industry is also adopting AMRs to monitor crops, automate vineyards, and carry out precision farming.
   

Asia Pacific market for AMRs is estimated to reach USD 4.3 billion by 2034. Rapid industrialization, increasing adoption in manufacturing and logistics, and government support for smart infrastructure contributing to the growth of the Asia Pacific market. The AMRs market in the region is also being driven by growth in semiconductor manufacturing, e-commerce boom, and cost-saving solutions.
 

• China market for autonomous mobile robots was valued at USD 275.6 million in 2024. Rapid industrial automation, booming e-commerce industry, and government initiatives for robotics are driving growth of the market for AMR in China. Adoption of AMRs in manufacturing and logistics is being boosted by increasing labor costs and push for smart factories. Investment in robotics and AI also enhances the scalability and productivity of supply chain operations.
   
• India AMR market is anticipated to register a CAGR of 24.4% during the forecast period. Growth in the e-commerce sector, increasing warehouse automation, and increasing applications in the healthcare and agriculture industries are the prominent growth drivers for India's AMR market. Government initiatives like "Make in India" and the investments in smart logistics are fueling demand for AMRs.
   
• Japan AMR market is projected to reach USD 728.5 million by 2034. Japan leads the adoption of AMR due to the strong robotics industry in Japan and increasing need for automation in the healthcare and logistics sectors. In addition, strong R&D environment and government encouragement of Industry 4.0 initiatives spearheading the use of AMR in industries.
   

Latin America AMRs market is projected to reach USD 859.3 million by 2034. The Latin America market is growing as a result of increasing infrastructural growth, growth in e-commerce, and industrial automation. Growth in Mexican and Brazilian manufacturing hubs and more investment in supply chain optimization and logistics also drives up demand for autonomous mobile robots.
 

MEA AMR market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 13.8% during 2025-2034. The growth of the AMR market in MEA is because of smart city programs, growing hospitality sector, and logistics and retail automation. Robots are being deployed in the hospitality industry, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, to improve the guest experience. Government encouragement of AI technologies and cost-cutting on labor also increases adoption.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Share

The autonomous mobile robots industry is highly competitive. Top 5 players in the market are ABB Ltd. Boston Dynamics, KUKA AG, Mobile Industrial Robots, and Omron Corporation, accounting for a share of over 25% in the market. Companies in this market are competing over technological innovations, price differentiation and expansion of geographical presence. Companies are focusing on R&D to develop AI-enabled autonomous mobile robots integrating with advanced technologies. The competition in the market is based on price and on the ability of offering high-quality and reliable solutions that may meet changing customer needs, and the market competition has further increased due to new technologies like 5G, IoT, AI and ML. Partnership and merger & acquisitions are some of the common strategies adopted by major players to gain market share and remain competitive in the market. Prominent players are forming strategic alliances to co-develop cost effective solutions to meet the needs of different industries.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Market Companies

Some of the prominent market participants operating in the autonomous mobile robots industry include:

• ABB Ltd.
• Aethon, Inc.
• Balyo
• Boston Dynamics
• Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 
• JBT
• KUKA AG
• Locus Robotics
• Mobile Industrial Robots
• Murata Machinery, Ltd.
• Omron Corporation
• Onward Robotics
• Seegrid
• Teradyne Inc.
• Vecna Robotics
• YUJIN ROBOT Co., Ltd. 
• Zebra Technologies Corp
   

ABB market strategies are mergers & acquisitions, investment in new advanced technologies, and expansion into new domains. These strategies help the company achieve competitive advantage in the industry. Recent acquisition of Swiss start-up Sevensense by ABB Robotics, a provider of AI-enabled 3D vision navigation technology for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) enables enhancing their AMR portfolio by integrating Sevensense's technology with the company's AMR portfolio.
 

Omron Corporation is one of the major companies in the autonomous mobile robots market. The company has reported an annual revenue of USD 5.3 billion for FY 2023, of which industrial automation business accounted for 48% of the total revenue. The continuous focus on forming strategic alliances is facilitating the company to gain significant market share. The recent partnership with NEURA Robotics intended to develop OMRON intelligent Cognitive Robot (iCR), an AI- enabled cognitive robot further enables them to maintain their position.
 

Mobile Industrial Robots, or MiR, provides various autonomous mobile robots that optimize the logistics and material handling processes. MiR focuses on developing new technologies to advance the capabilities of their AMRs, such as navigation and safety, fleet management, flexible payload handling, etc. MiR’s robots are deployed across diverse industries, including manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and retail, significantly improving operational efficiency and reducing costs.
 

Autonomous Mobile Robots Industry News:

• In November 2023, OMRON launched MD-900 and MD-650, autonomous mobile robots for medium payload range.  The MD-900 and MD-650 offers a new mid-weight range option (650 kg / 900 kg). These AMRs have advanced navigation features and algorithms for avoiding obstacles. Moreover, advanced battery and charging technology facilitates 7.5 hours of operation on a 30-minute charge for MD-900, and 8 hours in case of MD-650.
   
• In March 2023, OTTO Motors, launched OTTO 600, autonomous mobile robot. It is capable of moving pallets, carts and other payloads up to 600 kg. Along with a sturdy, all-metal body, the OTTO 600's IP54 construction provides exceptional resistance to fluids and dust.
   
• In March 2023, WEG introduced AMR to optimize manufacturing operations and production logistics in the industry. The new WEG robot is an AMR, designed to optimize production processes that typically require repetitive efforts. It is known for its distinctive natural navigation or contour strategy, which uses techniques like SLAM (Simultaneous Location and Mapping) for avoiding dynamic obstacles and to perform autonomous navigation, along the way and automatically re-planning alternate routes when blocking situations are detected.
   

The autonomous mobile robots market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates and forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million from 2021 – 2034 for the following segments:

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Market, By Component

• Hardware
• Software & services

Market, By Type

• Goods-to-person picking robots
• Self-driving forklifts
• Autonomous inventory robots
• Unmanned aerial vehicle

Market, By Payload Capacity

• Below 100 kg
• 100 kg - 500 kg
• More than 500 kg

Market, By Navigation Technology

• Laser/LiDAR
• Vision guidance
• Others

Market, By Battery Type

• Lead battery
• Lithium-ion battery
• Nickel-based battery
• Others

Market, By Application

• Sorting
• Transportation
• Assembly
• Inventory management
• Others

Market, By End Use Industry

• Logistics & warehousing
• Retail
• Automotive
• Electronics & semiconductor
• Pharmaceuticals & healthcare
• Food & beverage
• Aerospace & defense
• Hospitality
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America 
  • U.S.
  • Canada 
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy 
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina 
• Middle East and Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • UAE