Optical Biometry Devices Market Overview
The Optical Biometry Devices Market is projected to reach USD 0.4 Billion by 2032 at CAGR 4.4% during the forecast period 2023-2032. The optical biometry devices market is one of the high potential markets during the forecast period. The study further indicates that this market will reach its peak due to the high demand for better vision quality among people.
Eye problems are one of the common and great problems among people. These problems occur in the human body for various reasons. One of the main reasons for this problem is the growth of the geriatric population ( old age). Besides this reason, there are many reasons like eye disease, radiation, lack of nutrition, and the mutation in human genes. The optical market growth analyses the situation like market trends, market development and users and segmentation many others.
The experts of the National Institute of Ageing (NIA) are saying that the growth of the geriatric population will reach up to 72 million by the end of 2030.
The government is taking steps like setting up eye disease camps and developing awareness among people. Besides these reasons, optical biometry devices help protect the eyes from different radiation and rays. These products help to see properly more. As per the historic data period, in 2017 the World Health Organization (WHO) took a step forward to make collaboration with different partners. This step was initially taken to celebrate and spread awareness on World Sight Day. This was a great strategy to highlight the facts about eye disorders.
Optical Biometry Devices Market Covid 19 analysis
In the year 2020, a deadly virus was spread out all around the world. It became a disastrous situation not only in human life but also in every step globally. Many progression suddenly forced to stop because of the outbreak of this virus. This situation slowly turned into a pandemic situation. Governments decided to lockdown and social distancing. These situations made a drastic change in every business. In this situation, people started working from home. This situation made an increasing screen using time among people. Due to this process, people started suffering various eye-related problems.
This is the main reason for the growth of this market. On the other hand, the business faces many difficulties in the growth segment. The sudden closure of eye clinics is one of the main causes of the reduction in this business. Besides these facts, the reduced numbers of elective surgeries, and the delayed response in eye treatment also made a great loss in this market. People were fearing the outbreak of COVID-19 and getting infected. The online store and virtual checkup system were making the profits in this market.
The offline optical imaging devices market saw a bad time during this situation. Universal eye health is a worldwide action program. In 2014- 2019 this plan was launched to spread awareness about blindness and vision restoration. This plan influenced the government to take further steps and assign funds for various programs about eye disease and educating the people.
Optical Biometry Devices Market Dynamics
The market dynamics of the optical biometry devices market are the market drivers, opportunities, restraints, challenges, and cumulative growth analysis.Â
Market drivers
The major market driver of this optical biometry devices market is the growth of the geriatric generation. As it is previously discussed, old ageing is the main driving force for the growth of this market. Glaucoma disease is also another main reason for the market growth. According to the reports of the World Health Organization (WHO), over 4.5 million glaucoma cases are recorded. This high increasing rate is one of the market drivers of the demand for optical biometry devices.
Opportunities
There are great opportunities to have potential market growth during forecast periods. The high demand for optical biometry devices is increasing. North America and Europe are very much developing the advanced technologies in the market. According to studies, 10% of the global population are suffering from eye disorders and have a high chance of loss of vision. Even the increasing demand for better eye surgeries is also creating great opportunities for this market.
Restraints
The main restraining fact of this market is a lack of awareness. The lack of education about eye problems and the lack of awareness about this problem is the main restraining reasons for this market. Besides these facts, during the lockdown period, the closure of eye clinics was also one of the main restraining reasons for the market growth.
Challenges
The market is facing some challenges in the technology development in optical biometry devices. Though governments are raising funds to advance these devices. But lack of raw products and poor productivity are creating major challenges.
Value chain analysis/ Technology analysisÂ
The optical biometry devices are also often referred to as ophthalmology devices. Ophthalmology technologies are also a great part of this market. The other parts of these technologies are corneal topography systems, ophthalmic ultrasound systems, specular microscopes, also included optical biometry systems and many more.
Optical Biometry Devices Market Segmentation
The optical biometry devices market has few major market segments. These segments are the prime cause of the growing profit of this market.
These segments are divided into three major sections 1. The type, 2. By end-user and 3. The geographical landscape.
By type
The major market segment of the optical biometry devices market is the type or the variations. This segment is also divided into a few other subparts. 1. SS-OCT-based optical biometers, 2. OCR- based optical bio meters and 3. PCI based optical biometers.
By end-user
The second important market segment is the end-user. This segment depends on the distribution channels. The more growth in distribution channels is focusing on the matter of profit in this market. The main channels of this segment are Hospitals, eye clinics, ACS, optical stores and many others.
The geographical landscape
The geographical landscape is divided into three major regions and the rest of the world. The market further grows and expands its branches all over the world.
Optical Biometry Devices Market Regional Analysis
The regional division of this market is divided into four major regions. These regions are North America, the European Union, the Asia Pacific, and the rest of the world. Furthermore, the North American region is also divided between countries: Latin America, the US, and Canada.Â
The European countries
The European Union is also divided into Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Uk and others. The growing number of eye diseases in the population is the main reason for the growth.
The Asia Pacific and the rest of the world
Even the Asia Pacific, is also divided between countries like India, China, Japan and many more. Furthermore, the Middle East portion and Africa are also showing great interest in this market. The region has a great chance to dominate the market in the forecast period.
Optical Biometry Devices Market Competitive landscape
The competitive landscape reports further suggest the recent market sharks and key players in this market field.
- Carl Zeiss AG
- Tomey corporation
- AMETEK Inc.
- Welch Allyn Inc.
- Topcon Corporation
- Haag-Streit AG
Optical Biometry Devices Market Industry Developments
- Q2 2024: ZEISS Launches Next-Generation IOLMaster 800 with Advanced Swept-Source OCT Technology Carl Zeiss Meditec AG announced the commercial launch of its new IOLMaster 800, featuring enhanced swept-source OCT technology for improved cataract surgery planning. The device received CE mark approval and is now available in Europe and select global markets.
- Q1 2024: NIDEK Introduces AL-Scan 3 Optical Biometer for Global Markets NIDEK Co., Ltd. launched the AL-Scan 3, its latest optical biometry device, designed for rapid and precise ocular measurements. The product is now available in Asia and Europe, with plans for U.S. regulatory submission later in 2024.
- Q2 2024: Haag-Streit Opens New Manufacturing Facility for Biometry Devices in Switzerland Haag-Streit inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Köniz, Switzerland, to expand production capacity for its Lenstar optical biometry devices, aiming to meet growing global demand.
- Q3 2024: Topcon Receives FDA Clearance for Aladdin-M Optical Biometer in the United States Topcon Corporation announced that its Aladdin-M optical biometry device received FDA 510(k) clearance, allowing commercial distribution in the U.S. for cataract and refractive surgery planning.
- Q2 2024: Bausch + Lomb Announces Strategic Partnership with Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems for Biometry Integration Bausch + Lomb entered into a partnership with Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems to integrate Ziemer’s Galilei G6 biometry platform with Bausch + Lomb’s cataract workflow solutions, enhancing preoperative planning capabilities.
- Q1 2025: Metall Zug AG Appoints New CEO to Lead Haag-Streit’s Global Biometry Business Metall Zug AG announced the appointment of Dr. Anna Keller as CEO of its Haag-Streit division, with a focus on expanding the company’s global presence in the optical biometry devices market.
- Q2 2024: Optovue Launches Solix Biometry Module for Swept-Source OCT Platform Optovue introduced the Solix Biometry Module, enabling advanced biometry measurements on its existing swept-source OCT platform, targeting ophthalmology clinics seeking integrated diagnostic solutions.
- Q3 2024: Tomey Launches OA-2000 Optical Biometer in Europe Tomey Corporation announced the European launch of its OA-2000 optical biometer, featuring multi-wavelength measurement technology for improved accuracy in intraocular lens calculations.
- Q2 2024: Carl Zeiss Meditec Acquires Minority Stake in AI Biometry Startup Movu Carl Zeiss Meditec acquired a 20% stake in Movu, a Swiss startup specializing in AI-powered optical biometry, to accelerate innovation in automated eye measurement technologies.
- Q1 2025: NIDEK Secures Major Supply Contract with NHS for Optical Biometry Devices NIDEK signed a multi-year contract with the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) to supply optical biometry devices for use in public hospitals, strengthening its position in the European market.
- Q2 2025: Bausch + Lomb Announces $100 Million Investment in U.S. Biometry Device Manufacturing Bausch + Lomb revealed plans to invest $100 million in expanding its U.S. manufacturing capabilities for optical biometry devices, aiming to meet rising domestic demand and reduce supply chain risks.
- Q1 2024: Ziemer Launches Galilei G6 Lens Professional Biometry Device Globally Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems announced the global launch of the Galilei G6 Lens Professional, a new optical biometry device combining corneal tomography and lens power calculation for advanced cataract surgery planning.
Report Attribute/Metric |
Details |
  Market Size |
  0.4 Billion |
  CAGR |
  4.40% |
  Base Year |
  2022 |
  Forecast Period |
  2023-2032 |
  Historical Data |
  2021 |
  Forecast Units |
  Value (USD Million) |
  Report Coverage |
  Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends |
  Segments Covered |
  Product, End User |
  Geographies Covered |
  North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World (RoW) |
  Key Vendors |
  Carl Zeiss AG, Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Haag-Streit AG, NIDEK CO., LTD., Topcon Corporation, Welch Allyn, Inc., Heine Optotechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Tomey Corporation, AMETEK, Inc., Optovue, Incorporated, Leica Microsystems GmbH, and CENTERVUE S.p.A. |
  Key Market Opportunities |
  New product launches and R&D Amongst major key Players |
  Key Market Drivers |
· Growing Geriatric Population. · increasing awareness about eye care. · rising cataract and refractive surgeries |
Optical Biometry Devices Market Highlights:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Optical biometry, also known as ophthalmic biometry, is a highly accurate, non-invasive automated method for measuring the anatomical characteristics of the eye. This method is used for intraocular lens (IOL) power calculations in clinical practice.
Next-generation optical biometry devices reduce the undetected poor fixations by the optical ultrasound biometry devices. Furthermore, these devices are highly efficient and fast, eliminating manual errors from traditional biometry devices. For instance, Pentacam AXL is used with a single measuring operation. It has a comprehensive biometry for intraocular lens (IOL) database and provides a well-targeted screening process for eyes.
The optical biometry devices market was valued at USD 275 million in 2018.
The optical biometry devices market would record a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2032.
The optical biometry devices market would be dominated by swept-source optical coherence tomography (SSOCT)-based biometers.
The Americas would lead the reading of the optical biometry devices market.
The optical biometry devices market would have the Asia Pacific region as the fastest-growing one.