Multirotor Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market

By Radar Type;

Military, Homeland Security and Commercial

By Rotors;

Less Than 10 and More Than 10

By Payload;

Cameras, Electro-Optical, GPS, Lidar, Laser Designator and Others

By Application;

Aerial Photography, Agriculture, Surveillance, Delivery Services and Inspection

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn626901140 Published Date: August, 2025 Updated Date: September, 2025

Multirotor Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market Overview

Multirotor UAV Market (USD Million)

Multirotor UAV Market was valued at USD 4,498.73 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 10,070.24 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 12.2%.


Multirotor Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 12.2 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)12.2 %
Market Size (2024)USD 4,498.73 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 10,070.24 Million
Market ConcentrationLow
Report Pages373
4,498.73
2024
10,070.24
2031

Major Players

  • DJI
  • Parrot Drones
  • Yuneec International
  • AeroVironment Inc.
  • SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.
  • 3D Robotics
  • Autel Robotics
  • Walkera Technology Co., Ltd.
  • FreeFly Systems
  • PowerVision Technology Group

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Multirotor Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Multirotor UAV Market is expanding as organizations increasingly deploy these systems for surveillance, logistics, and infrastructure inspections. More than 55% of professional UAV operations rely on multirotor models, emphasizing their ability to hover, maneuver precisely, and perform diverse tasks. Their adaptability makes them indispensable in business-driven applications.

Strong Impact in Media and Entertainment
In the entertainment industry, multirotor UAVs have become essential for film production, sports broadcasting, and live coverage. Approximately 60% of aerial cinematography projects utilize these UAVs because of their smooth flight control and advanced stabilization systems. Equipped with high-resolution cameras, they deliver exceptional visual outputs that elevate content quality.

Advancements in Intelligent Features
The integration of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and IoT solutions is propelling UAV functionality to the next level. Nearly 45% of recent UAV models include autonomous flight capabilities and real-time data processing. These features enhance operational performance, enabling UAVs to serve as advanced aerial tools for a variety of high-tech tasks.

Expanding Role in Agriculture and Infrastructure
Multirotor UAVs are gaining popularity in precision agriculture and construction projects. Almost 50% of UAVs in farming activities are multirotor units, used for crop health monitoring, soil mapping, and aerial spraying. In infrastructure, their application in surveying and structural inspections supports efficiency and reduces manual workload.

Market Outlook and Long-Term Potential
The multirotor UAV industry is on a steady upward path, driven by increasing applications in commercial, industrial, and consumer segments. With around 65% of collaborations targeting improvements in automation, endurance, and connectivity, multirotor UAVs are positioned as key enablers of next-generation aerial technologies.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Radar Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Rotors
    3. Market Snapshot, By Payload
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Multirotor UAV Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Technological Advancements
        2. Regulatory Support and Frameworks
        3. Increasing Demand for Aerial Data Collection
      2. Restraints
        1. Airspace Regulations
        2. Security Concerns
        3. Limited Endurance and Payload Capacity
      3. Opportunities
        1. Expansion of Commercial Applications
        2. Integration of Artificial Intelligence
        3. Development of UTM Systems
    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. Multirotor UAV Market, By Radar Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Military
      2. Homeland Security
      3. Commercial
    2. Multirotor UAV Market, By Rotors, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Less than 10
      2. More than 10
    3. Multirotor UAV Market, By Payload, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Cameras
      2. Electro-Optical
      3. GPS
      4. Lidar
      5. Laser Designator
      6. Others
    4. Multirotor UAV Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million

      1. Aerial Photography

      2. Agriculture

      3. Surveillance

      4. Delivery Services

      5. Inspection

    5. Multirotor UAV 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. DJI
      2. Parrot Drones
      3. Yuneec International
      4. AeroVironment Inc.
      5. SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd.
      6. 3D Robotics
      7. Autel Robotics
      8. Walkera Technology Co., Ltd.
      9. FreeFly Systems
      10. PowerVision Technology Group
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market