Human Augmentation Market Size - By Product Type (Wearable Devices, Virtual Reality Devices, Augmented Reality Devices, Exoskeletons, Intelligent Virtual Assistants), By Functionality (Body-worn, Non-body Worn), By Application & Forecast, 2024 - 2032
Published Date: April - 2025 | Publisher: MIR | No of Pages: 240 | Industry: Media and IT | Format: Report available in PDF / Excel Format
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Human Augmentation Market reached USD 12 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 6% from 2024 to 2032. Human augmentation refers to the enhancement of human capabilities with the help of technology like implants, prosthetics, or wearables. Human augmentation seeks to enhance physical, cognitive, or sensory capabilities above natural limits to provide solutions to medical rehabilitation, performance enhancement, and assistive applications.
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Increased adoption of wearable devices is driving the market for human augmentation. These wearables such as smartwatches, fitness bands, and Augmented Reality (AR) glasses offer health monitoring, activity tracking, and information overlay. With increasing adoption of wearable technology for fitness, healthcare, and daily activities, there is a parallel growth in demand for sophisticated wearable augmentation products, driving innovation and market growth in human augmentation production.
Report Attribute | Details |
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Base Year | 2023 |
Human Augmentation Market Size in 2023 | USD 12 Billion |
Forecast Period | 2024 to 2032 |
Forecast Period 2024 to 2032 CAGR | 6% |
2032 Value Projection | USD 20 Billion |
Historical Data for | 2018 – 2023 |
No. of Pages | 200 |
Tables, Charts & Figures | 300 |
Segments covered | Product type, functionality, application, and region |
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Pitfalls & Challenges |
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What are the growth opportunities in this market?
For example, in July 2023, Garmin introduced two feature-laden and high-performance outdoor smartwatch seriesthe Epix Pro Series and the Fenix 7 Pro. These next-gen smartwatches are built to address the needs of fitness enthusiasts, adventurers, and athletes, offering them the best performance and tracking features.
Increasing performance demand is the key driver behind the growth in the human augmentation market. Wearable devices, brain-computer interfaces, and exoskeletons are popularizing as the population wants to enhance their natural limitations in body and mind functions. The growing demand is generated from a diversity of industries involving sports, medicine, defense, and industries in which productivity & efficiency are mandatory.
Dependence and addiction present considerable challenges for the human augmentation market. Overuse of augmentation technologies can result in psychological dependence, restricting people's capacity to operate without them. In addition, addiction-like behavior can manifest, threatening mental health and well-being. Meeting these concerns requires serious deliberation of the balance between empowerment and usage and the implementation of safeguards to promote responsible usage and minimize potential adverse impacts on users.
Human Augmentation Market Trends
Integration with healthcare is gaining increased attention as developments in prosthetics, exoskeletons, and brain-computer interfaces enhance rehabilitation results and mobility for the disabled. The market is experiencing rising product uptake in manufacturing and logistics industries, where wearable robotics and exosuits enhance employees' strength and stamina, raising productivity and reducing workplace injuries. Consumer demand for Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) experiences is driving innovation in sense augmentation, with applications varying from entertainment & gaming to education & training.
For example, Vuzix Corporation, a supplier of AR and smart glasses technology devices, signed a partnership in May 2023 with TeamOpenSmartGlasses to build ChatGPT Al applications for its smart glasses. They are creating a line of conversation-enrichment apps designed for day-long wearable smart glasses. They enhance meetings and conversations with live information that optimizes user knowledge of conversations for executives, technologists, and scholars.
There is an increasing focus on ethical factors such as privacy, consent, and fairness as human augmentation technologies gain widespread usage. Technological advancements in areas such as biotechnology, materials science, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) continue to drive the boundaries of what is possible, leading to ongoing innovations and market growth.
Human Augmentation Market Analysis
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According to the application, the market is divided among consumer, commercial, medical, defense, industrial, and others. The consumer segment had a market share of 30% in 2023.
Human augmentation benefits consumers through a range of applications that enhance their daily lives. Wearable technology, including smartwatches and fitness trackers, is popular and includes activity tracking, health monitoring, and AR experiences. In addition, cosmetic augmentation procedures are gaining popularity due to advances in surgical methods and the desire for aesthetic improvements.
Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are becoming popular, enabling people to control devices using their minds and offering novel interactions in games and virtual worlds. Moreover, smartphone and wearable glasses-based augmented reality (AR) apps give holistic experiences in fields like navigation, learning, and amusement, growing the market by making augmentation solutions more available and interesting for customers.
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Based on the functionality, the human augmentation market is segmented into body-worn, non-body worn, and others. The non-body worn segment is expected to grow at 6.2% CAGR during the forecast period.
- The market for human augmentation is seeing a noticeable increase in non-body-worn functionality. Developments in fields, such as implantable technologies and BCIs, are opening up possibilities beyond wearables. For example, BCIs allow direct brain-to-device communication, presenting opportunities for improving cognitive abilities, managing prosthetic limbs, and even treating neurological conditions. Implantable technologies are gaining popularity due to their potential to monitor physiological parameters, deliver targeted therapies, and restore sensory functions. Examples of these technologies include neural implants and bioelectronic devices.
- The rise in non-body-worn functionality is indicative of a trend toward more integrated and seamless augmentation solutions, in which technology is progressively incorporated into the body to improve human capabilities and more accurately & effectively handle medical needs.
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Asia Pacific human augmentation market held over 35% of the revenue share in 2023, owing to technological advancements and growing healthcare infrastructure. Countries, such as Japan and South Korea, are pioneering the development of innovative prosthetics and robotics, with a focus on improving mobility and quality of life for the elderly. Furthermore, emerging economies, such as China and India, are seeing increased adoption of wearable devices and BCIs, driven by increased investments in healthcare and rising awareness of assistive technology.
Human Augmentation Market Share
Google LLC (Alphabet Inc.) and Microsoft Corporation holds a significant share of over 12.5% in the human augmentation industry. Microsoft develops Mixed Reality (MR) devices, such as HoloLens, and invests in AI and healthcare technologies aimed at enhancing human capabilities and experiences.
Major players, such as Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc., Facebook Reality Labs (Meta Platforms, Inc.), Google LLC (Alphabet Inc.), and Microsoft Corporation, are constantly implementing strategic measures, such as geographical expansion, acquisitions, mergers, collaborations, partnerships, and product or service launches, to gain market shares.
Human Augmentation Market Companies
Major companies operating in the human augmentation industry are
- B-Temia Inc.
- Cyberdyne Inc.
- Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc.
- Facebook Reality Labs (Meta Platforms, Inc.)
- Google LLC (Alphabet Inc.)
- Hocoma AG (DIH Technologies)
- Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
- Microsoft Corporation
- ReWalk Robotics Ltd.
- Rex Bionics Ltd.
- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
- Sony Corporation
- Touch Bionics Inc. (Össur)
- Wandercraft
- Wearable Robotics SRL
Human Augmentation Industry News
- In February 2024, Wandercraft, the developer of the world's first self-balancing robotic exoskeleton, received FDA clearance for Atalante X for rehabilitation in individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) at levels T5 to L5. Atalante X is the only FDA-cleared exoskeleton with a powered ankle mechanism that can perform complex ankle movements, mimicking a natural human gait. The unique ankle motion, combined with intelligent self-balancing technology allows patients to experience the benefits of walking again in a rehabilitation setting.
- In August 2023, Samsung launched the new Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic1, designed to help users build healthier habits throughout the day. The Galaxy Watch6 series features holistic health offerings and powerful performance in a refined and sleek design, with a slimmer bezel, a larger and more vibrant display, and a more interactive user interface. Both models also allow users to access a greater selection of versatile watch faces as well as new band options, empowering them to meet their goals.
The human augmentation market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue (USD Million) from 2018 to 2032, for the following segments
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Market, By Product Type
- Wearable devices
- Virtual reality devices
- Augmented reality devices
- Others
Market, By Functionality
- Body-worn
- Non-body Worn
- Others
Market, By Application
- Consumer
- Commercial
- Medical
- Defense
- Industrial
- Others
The above information has been provided for the following regions and countries
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- ANZ
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- MEA
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of MEA
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Table of Content
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Table of Contents
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Executive Summary
1.1. Market Overview
1.2. Key Findings
1.3. Recommendations
1.4. Research Methodology -
Market Introduction
2.1. Definition and Scope
2.2. Market Segmentation
2.3. Value Chain Analysis -
Market Dynamics
3.1. Drivers
3.2. Restraints
3.3. Opportunities
3.4. Challenges
3.5. Trends and Technological Advancements -
Human Augmentation Market Landscape
4.1. Market Size and Forecast (2024-2030)
4.2. Market Share Analysis
4.3. Competitive Landscape
4.4. Investment and Funding Analysis -
Market Segmentation
5.1. By Product Type-
Wearable Devices
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Virtual Reality Devices
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Exoskeletons
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Implants
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Others
5.2. By Functionality -
Body-Worn
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Non-Body-Worn
5.3. By Application -
Healthcare
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Military and Defense
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Industrial
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Consumer Electronics
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Others
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Regional Analysis
6.1. North America
6.2. Europe
6.3. Asia Pacific
6.4. Latin America
6.5. Middle East & Africa -
Competitive Analysis
7.1. Key Players Overview
7.2. Company Profiles
- Business Overview
- Financials
- Product Portfolio
- Recent Developments
- SWOT Analysis -
Emerging Technologies and Innovations
8.1. Artificial Intelligence Integration
8.2. Robotics and Advanced Prosthetics
8.3. Brain-Computer Interfaces
8.4. Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering -
Regulatory Landscape
9.1. Global and Regional Regulations
9.2. Compliance and Ethical Considerations -
Future Outlook and Market Opportunities
10.1. Strategic Recommendations
10.2. Future Trends and Forecast Analysis -
Appendix
11.1. Glossary of Terms
11.2. List of Abbreviations
11.3. References
11.4. Disclaimer
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