Automated Plate Readers Market

By Product Type;

Dedicated Microplate Readers (Single-Mode Readers) and Multimode Microplate Readers

By Type;

Absorbance, Fluorescence, Luminescence, Time-Resolved Fluorescence, Fluorescence Polarization, and Light Scattering

By Application;

Drug Discovery, Genomics, Proteomics, Bio Analysis, Analytical Chemistry, and Clinical Diagnostics

By Based on End-User;

Government Transportation Agencies and Private Transit Operators

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn463544711 Published Date: August, 2025

Automated Plate Readers Market Overview

Automated Plate Readers Market (USD Million)

Automated Plate Readers Market was valued at USD 884.87 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 1330.51 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.0%.


Automated Plate Readers Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.0 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.0 %
Market Size (2024)USD 884.87 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 1330.51 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages331
884.87
2024
1330.51
2031

Major Players

  • Thermo Scientific
  • Danaher
  • Hudson Robotics
  • Beckton Dickinson
  • Synchron Lab
  • Agilent Technologies
  • Siemens Healthcare
  • Honeywell
  • Roche Holding Ag
  • BioRad
  • Tecan Group

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Automated Plate Readers Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The automated plate readers market is experiencing steady growth as laboratories increasingly turn to automation for efficiency and precision. These systems allow seamless handling of large sample volumes, and over 55% of labs are already utilizing automated solutions to improve workflow management.

Boosting Accuracy and Productivity
Automation is proving essential in reducing manual errors and improving data consistency. Surveys reveal that nearly 60% of professionals prefer automated readers for high-throughput analysis, showcasing their role in advancing laboratory productivity and reliability.

Technological Breakthroughs in Detection
Recent progress in multi-mode detection technologies has strengthened the market’s trajectory. About 45% of newly introduced devices now support multiple assay types on a single platform, offering greater flexibility and better application coverage across research disciplines.

Expanding Applications in Life Sciences
A significant portion of demand, nearly 50%, comes from pharmaceutical and diagnostic fields where automated plate readers accelerate drug discovery and enhance diagnostic accuracy. This growing reliance highlights their critical role in advancing healthcare and biotechnology innovations.

Broader Adoption Across Laboratories
User-friendly designs, integrated data management tools, and cost-efficiency are driving broader acceptance of these instruments. Today, almost 40% of laboratories employ advanced automated plate readers, underscoring their importance in shaping the future of laboratory research.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Product Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Application
    4. Market Snapshot, By Based on End-User
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Automated Plate Readers Market
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Efficiency Enhancement Solutions
        2. Rising Security Concerns
        3. Technological Advancements
        4. Increasing Traffic Surveillance
        5. Government Initiatives
      2. Restraints
        1. Data Security Risks
        2. Regulatory Challenges Persist
        3. Maintenance Complexity Grows
        4. Integration Issues Arise
        5. Limited Accuracy Rates
      3. Opportunities
        1. Emerging Market Penetration
        2. Advancements in AI
        3. Potential for Innovation
        4. Expansion in Transportation Infrastructure
        5. Collaborative Partnerships Form
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Automated Plate Readers Market, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Dedicated Microplate Readers (Single-Mode Readers)
      2. Multimode Microplate Readers
    2. Automated Plate Readers Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Absorbance
      2. Fluorescence
      3. Luminescence
      4. Time-resolved Fluorescence
      5. Fluorescence Polarization
      6. Light Scattering
    3. Automated Plate Readers Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Drug Discovery
      2. Genomics
      3. Proteomics
      4. Bio Analysis
      5. Analytical Chemistry
      6. Clinical Diagnostics
    4. Automated Plate Readers Market, By Based on End-User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Government Transportation Agencies

      2. Private Transit Operators

    5. Automated Plate Readers Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa

        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Thermo Scientific
      2. Danaher
      3. Hudson Robotics
      4. Beckton Dickinson
      5. Synchron Lab
      6. Agilent Technologies
      7. Siemens Healthcare
      8. Honeywell
      9. Roche Holding Ag
      10. BioRad
      11. Tecan Group
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market