PCB Design Software Market By Type (High-end software, Mainstream software, Low-end software); By End User (Computing industry, Consumer Electronics industry, Communications industry, Medical industry, Automotive industry, Defense industry); By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa) - Global Market Analysis, Trends, Opportunity and Forecast, 2022-2032

PCB Design Software Market: Overview and Definition

The global PCB design software market size was valued at around USD 3.05 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of growth (CAGR) of around 12.5% from 2022 to 2032.The market size is projected to succeed in USD 8.12 billion by 2032. The market of PCB design software is majorly driven on the back of growing demand for smart technologies. Apart from this, growing applications of semiconductors, growing demand for eco-friendly circuit boards are also expected to bolster the growth of PCB design software market in near future. The PCB design software offers the design engineers with the ability to enhance production rate and scalable integration of complex circuit designs.

A Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is the backbone of an electronic device, serving as a platform to interconnect various components. PCB design software is a computer program used to design the physical layout of a printed circuit board. The software provides tools to create and edit the electrical connections between the components and the PCB, including the placement of components, routing of conductive pathways, and testing for design errors.

The market for PCB design software has grown in recent years as the demand for electronics has increased and the technology for designing and manufacturing PCBs has become more advanced. The market is expected to continue growing as the demand for electronics continues to increase and the use of PCBs becomes more widespread.

There are many PCB design software products available, ranging from free and open-source options to commercial software packages. Some popular options include Altium Designer, Eagle PCB, KiCAD, Proteus, and CircuitMaker. These software products offer different levels of functionality and complexity, and each has its own strengths and weaknesses. Choosing the right PCB design software will depend on the specific needs and requirements of the designer.

PCB Design Software Market: Growth Drivers

Increased demand for electronics: The demand for electronics continues to grow, which is driving the need for more advanced and efficient PCB designs. This is creating a growing demand for PCB design software.

Advancements in technology: The technology for designing and manufacturing PCBs is constantly evolving, and advancements in software are allowing for more advanced and efficient designs. This is contributing to the growth of the PCB design software market.

Growing complexity of electronic devices: As electronics become more complex, the need for more advanced PCB designs increases. This is driving the demand for more sophisticated PCB design software.

Adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT): The growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) is creating a need for more advanced and efficient PCB designs, which is driving the demand for PCB design software.

Growing popularity of open-source software: Open-source software is becoming increasingly popular, and many PCB design software products are now available as open-source options. This is helping to drive the growth of the PCB design software market by making the software more accessible to a wider range of users.

PCB Design Software Market: Challenges

Despite the growth of the PCB design software market, there are several challenges that are affecting its development:

High costs of commercial software: Commercial PCB design software can be expensive, making it difficult for small businesses and individual designers to afford. This can limit the growth of the market.

Competition from free and open-source software: The growing popularity of free and open-source software is creating competition for commercial PCB design software. This can make it difficult for commercial software companies to maintain profitability.

Need for specialized skills: Using PCB design software can require a high level of specialized skills, which can limit the market's growth by making it difficult for non-specialists to use the software.

Difficulty in integrating software with other tools: Integrating PCB design software with other tools and processes can be challenging, which can limit its effectiveness and make it difficult for users to fully utilize its capabilities.

Difficulty in keeping up with advancements in technology: The technology for designing and manufacturing PCBs is constantly evolving, and PCB design software must keep pace with these advancements. This can be difficult for software companies and can lead to obsolescence of older software versions.

PCB Design Software Market: Segmentation

The research offers a comprehensive analysis of PCB design software market with respect to following sub-markets;

By Type

- High-end software
- Mainstream software
- Low-end software

By End User

- Computing industry
- Consumer Electronics industry
- Communications industry
- Medical industry
- Automotive industry
- Defense industry

By Geography

- North America (U.S. & Canada)
- Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe)
- Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand and Rest of Asia Pacific)
- Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina and Rest of Latin America)
- Middle East & Africa (GCC, North Africa, South Africa and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

PCB Design Software Market: Recent Developments

Growing use of cloud-based software: Cloud-based PCB design software is becoming increasingly popular, as it allows designers to access their designs from anywhere and collaborate with others more easily.

Increased focus on user experience: Many PCB design software companies are now focusing on improving the user experience, making their software more user-friendly and accessible to a wider range of users.

Integration with other tools: Many PCB design software products are now being integrated with other tools and processes, such as simulation software, CAD tools, and manufacturing tools, to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Increased use of artificial intelligence and machine learning: Many PCB design software products are now incorporating artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to improve design accuracy and speed.

Growing use of open-source software: The use of open-source software is continuing to grow, and many companies are now offering open-source options for their PCB design software products.

Competitive Landscape

The report profiles various major market players such as;

- Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
- National Instruments
- Altium Designer
- SolidWorks Corporation
- Novarm Limited
- Silicon Frameworks
- Altium LLC
- Mentor Graphics
- Siemens
- ExpressPCB
- Other Prominent Players

Competitive landscape analysis provides detailed strategic analysis of the company’s business and performance such as financial information, revenue breakup by segment and by geography, SWOT Analysis, risk analysis, key facts, company overview, business strategy, key product offerings, marketing and distribution strategies, new product development, and recent news (acquisition, expansion, technology development, research & development expansion and other market activities)

The study also provides company’s positioning and market share in PCB design software market

Research Scope and Deliverables

Overview & Executive Summary
Market Drivers, Trends, Challenges and Opportunities
Market Size and Forecast Projections
Macroeconomic Indicators of Various Countries Impacting the Growth of the Market
Extensive Coverage of Industry Players including Recent Product Launches and Market Activities
Porter’s Five Force Analysis

Market Segmentation Analysis:

Industry report analyzes the global PCB design software market by the following segments
- Type
- End User

Geographic Market Analysis:

The report offers separate analysis of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa. In addition, further breakdown of market data and analysis of region into countries is covered in the report

Customization: We also offers customization’s in the industry report as per the company’s specific needs

Key Questions Answered in the Global PCB Design Software Industry Report:

- What is the overall market size in 2019? What will be the market growth during the forecast period i.e. 2020-2025?
- Which region would have high demand for product in the upcoming years?
- What are the factors driving the growth of the market?
- Which sub-market will make the most significant contribution to the market?
- What are the market opportunities for existing and entry-level players?
- What are various long-term and short-term strategies adopted by the market players?

Research Methodology

Market Definition and List of Abbreviations
1. Executive Summary
2. Growth Drivers & Issues in Global PCB Design Software Market
3. Global PCB Design Software Market Trends
4. Opportunities in Global PCB Design Software Market
5. Recent Industry Activities, 2019
6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
7. Market Value Chain and Supply Chain Analysis
8. Products Average Price Analysis, By Country
9. Global PCB Design Software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

10. Global PCB Design Software Market Segmentation Analysis, By Type
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Market Attractiveness, By Type
10.3. BPS Analysis, By Type
10.4. High-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
10.5. Mainstream software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
10.6. Low-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

11. Global PCB Design Software Market Segmentation Analysis, By End User
11.1. Introduction
11.2. Market Attractiveness, By End User
11.3. BPS Analysis, By End User
11.4. Computing industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
11.5. Consumer Electronics industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
11.6. Communications industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
11.7. Medical industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
11.8. Automotive industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
11.9. Defense Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

12. Geographical Analysis
12.1. Introduction
12.2. North America Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.1. By Type
12.2.1.1. Introduction
12.2.1.2. Market Attractiveness, By Type
12.2.1.3. BPS Analysis, By Type
12.2.1.4. High-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.1.5. Mainstream software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.1.6. Low-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.2. By End User
12.2.2.1. Introduction
12.2.2.2. Market Attractiveness, By End User
12.2.2.3. BPS Analysis, By End User
12.2.2.4. Computing industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.2.5. Consumer Electronics industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.2.6. Communications industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.2.7. Medical industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.2.8. Automotive industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.2.9. Defense Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.3. By Country
12.2.3.1. Market Attractiveness, By Country
12.2.3.2. BPS Analysis, By Country
12.2.3.3. U.S. Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.2.3.4. Canada Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

12.3. Europe Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.1. By Type
12.3.1.1. Introduction
12.3.1.2. Market Attractiveness, By Type
12.3.1.3. BPS Analysis, By Type
12.3.1.4. High-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.1.5. Mainstream software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.1.6. Low-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.2. By End User
12.3.2.1. Introduction
12.3.2.2. Market Attractiveness, By End User
12.3.2.3. BPS Analysis, By End User
12.3.2.4. Computing industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.2.5. Consumer Electronics industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.2.6. Communications industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.2.7. Medical industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.2.8. Automotive industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.2.9. Defense Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.3. By Country
12.3.3.1. Market Attractiveness, By Country
12.3.3.2. BPS Analysis, By Country
12.3.3.3. Germany Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.3.4. United Kingdom Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.3.5. France Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.3.6. Italy Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.3.7. Spain Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.3.8. Russia Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.3.3.9. Rest of Europe Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

12.4. Asia Pacific Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.1. By Type
12.4.1.1. Introduction
12.4.1.2. Market Attractiveness, By Type
12.4.1.3. BPS Analysis, By Type
12.4.1.4. High-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.1.5. Mainstream software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.1.6. Low-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.2. By End User
12.4.2.1. Introduction
12.4.2.2. Market Attractiveness, By End User
12.4.2.3. BPS Analysis, By End User
12.4.2.4. Computing industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.2.5. Consumer Electronics industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.2.6. Communications industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.2.7. Medical industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.2.8. Automotive industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.2.9. Defense Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3. By Country
12.4.3.1. Market Attractiveness, By Country
12.4.3.2. BPS Analysis, By Country
12.4.3.3. China Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.4. India Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.5. Japan Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.6. South Korea Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.7. Indonesia Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.8. Taiwan Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.9. Australia Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.10. New Zealand Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.4.3.11. Rest of Asia Pacific Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

12.5. Latin America Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.1. By Type
12.5.1.1. Introduction
12.5.1.2. Market Attractiveness, By Type
12.5.1.3. BPS Analysis, By Type
12.5.1.4. High-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.1.5. Mainstream software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.1.6. Low-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.2. By End User
12.5.2.1. Introduction
12.5.2.2. Market Attractiveness, By End User
12.5.2.3. BPS Analysis, By End User
12.5.2.4. Computing industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.2.5. Consumer Electronics industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.2.6. Communications industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.2.7. Medical industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.2.8. Automotive industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.2.9. Defense Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.3. By Country
12.5.3.1. Market Attractiveness, By Country
12.5.3.2. BPS Analysis, By Country
12.5.3.3. Brazil Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.3.4. Mexico Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.5.3.5. Rest of Latin America Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

12.6. Middle East & Africa Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.1. By Type
12.6.1.1. Introduction
12.6.1.2. Market Attractiveness, By Type
12.6.1.3. BPS Analysis, By Type
12.6.1.4. High-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.1.5. Mainstream software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.1.6. Low-end software Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.2. By End User
12.6.2.1. Introduction
12.6.2.2. Market Attractiveness, By End User
12.6.2.3. BPS Analysis, By End User
12.6.2.4. Computing industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.2.5. Consumer Electronics industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.2.6. Communications industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.2.7. Medical industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.2.8. Automotive industry Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.2.9. Defense Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.3. By Geography
12.6.3.1. Market Attractiveness, By Geography
12.6.3.2. BPS Analysis, By Geography
12.6.3.3. GCC Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.3.4. North Africa Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.3.5. South Africa Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025
12.6.3.6. Rest of Middle East & Africa Market Value & Forecast (USD Million), 2019-2025

13. Competitive Landscape
13.1. Market Share of Key Players
13.2. Market Positioning of Major Players in Global PCB Design Software Market
13.3. Company Profiles
13.3.1. Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
13.3.2. National Instruments
13.3.3. Altium Designer
13.3.4. SolidWorks Corporation
13.3.5. Novarm Limited
13.3.6. Silicon Frameworks
13.3.7. Altium LLC
13.3.8. Mentor Graphics
13.3.9. Siemens
13.3.10. ExpressPCB
13.3.11. Other Prominent Players