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Portable Printer Market Report by Technology (Inkjet, Thermal, Impact), Connectivity (Wireless, USB, Bluetooth, Ethernet), Distribution Channel (Online, Offline), Industry Vertical (Healthcare, Retail, Telecom, Transportation and Logistics, and Others), and Region 2024-2032
Report Format: PDF+Excel | Report ID: SR112024A5245
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Market Overview:
The global portable printer market size reached USD 13.6 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 23.4 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% during 2024-2032.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2023
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Forecast Years
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2024-2032
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Historical Years
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2018-2023
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Market Size in 2023
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USD 13.6 Billion |
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Market Forecast in 2032
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USD 23.4 Billion |
| Market Growth Rate 2024-2032 | 6.1% |
Portable printers, also known as mobile printers, are compact and lightweight peripheral devices that can be connected via Bluetooth or a universal serial bus (USB). They are utilized by business travelers to revise documents and share them with clients. They are also used for printing bill receipts in petrol pumps, shops, credit card terminals, hotels and restaurants. Besides this, portable printers improve the productivity of the operations team and front-line workers by enabling them to generate invoices quickly. As a result, these printers find extensive applications in retail, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, e-commerce and logistics sectors around the world.
Portable Printer Market Trends:
Technological Advancements and Product Innovations
Technological advancements are impelling the market growth as manufacturers are continually developing new features that enhance the usability, efficiency, and performance of these devices. Additionally, various companies are launching portable printers with significant upgrades, such as improved connectivity options, faster printing speeds, and enhanced battery life. For example, Canon introduced the SELPHY QX20 in 2024, a compact portable photo printer created to provide more flexibility and creativity for printing photo stickers. These new models are equipped with enhanced Bluetooth and wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) capabilities, making them more adaptable to modern mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, which are increasingly dominating the consumer electronics market. Moreover, improvements in inkjet and thermal printing technology are leading to better print quality at reduced costs, making portable printers more appealing for both personal and professional use. These innovations are driving the adoption of portable printers across various industries, including logistics, healthcare, and education, where on-demand printing is often required in field operations.
Growing Demand for Remote Work and Mobile Solutions
The rise of remote work and the need for mobile solutions are propelling the market growth. As remote work environments are becoming normalized, individuals and businesses are adopting efficient tools that support off-site productivity. Moreover, companies are launching several portable printers specifically designed to cater to this growing demand. In addition, Brother UK unveiled a new range of pocket-sized A4 printers to support channel partners targeting opportunities in field sales and services, delivery and logistics, and the blue-light emergency services. Apart from this, the continued expansion of cloud-based work environments further complements the integration of portable printers, as these devices often come with cloud printing capabilities that allow seamless access to documents from remote locations.
Growing Consumer Interest in Personal Printing Solutions
At present, the increasing demand for personal, portable printing solutions, particularly as individuals seek convenient ways to print photos, documents, and crafts from their smartphones or tablets, is positively influencing the market. This trend is closely linked to the rise of mobile photography and the growing use of social media platforms where users frequently share printed copies of their digital memories. Portable photo printers, in particular, have seen significant demand from consumers who value the ability to print high-quality photos instantly. In 2023, C+A Global, an authorized brand license of HP, announced the launch of the HP Sprocket Panorama, which is a new photo printer with the ability to print fun photo booth strips, custom photo projects, and custom labels. The Bluetooth capabilities of the printer enable users to snap new photos on any smartphone before using the free HP Sprocket Panorama app to edit and print. These products target younger consumers, hobbyists, and families who enjoy creating tangible keepsakes from their digital content. As the popularity of mobile photography and social sharing is growing, portable photo printers are in high demand among the masses.
Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global portable printer market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on technology, connectivity, distribution channel and industry vertical.
Breakup by Technology:
- Inkjet
- Thermal
- Impact
Breakup by Connectivity:
- Wireless
- USB
- Bluetooth
- Ethernet
Breakup by Distribution Channel:
- Online
- Offline
Breakup by Industry Vertical:
- Healthcare
- Retail
- Telecom
- Transportation and Logistics
- Others
Breakup by Region:
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Others
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Others
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Others
- Middle East and Africa
Competitive Landscape:
The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players being Bixolon Co. Ltd., Brother Industries Ltd., Canon Inc., Citizen Systems Japan Co. Ltd. (The Citizen Watch Company Ltd.), Fujitsu Limited, Hewlett-Packard Development Company LP, Honeywell International Inc., Printek LLC., Sato Holdings Corporation, Seiko Epson Corporation, Star Micronics Co. Ltd. and Toshiba TEC Corporation (Toshiba Corporation).
Portable Printer Market News:
- August 2023: Epson launched two new additions to its Point-of-Sale (POS) receipt printer lineup, including the Epson TM-P20II and TM-P80II. These printers are designed with enhanced features to boost operational agility NRL suited to meet the diverse requirements of companies. They are also designed for optimal wearability and portability.
- July 2024: Xiaomi unveiled its first flip phone, the Mix Flip along with a portable printer. The printer can be used to instantly print photos and is available in limited numbers.
Report Coverage:
| Report Features | Details |
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| Base Year of the Analysis | 2023 |
| Historical Period | 2018-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
| Units | Billion USD |
| Segment Coverage | Technology, Connectivity, Distribution Channel, Industry Vertical, Region |
| Region Covered | Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa |
| Countries Covered | United States, Canada, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico |
| Companies Covered | Bixolon Co. Ltd., Brother Industries Ltd., Canon Inc., Citizen Systems Japan Co. Ltd. (The Citizen Watch Company Ltd.), Fujitsu Limited, Hewlett-Packard Development Company LP, Honeywell International Inc., Printek LLC., Sato Holdings Corporation, Seiko Epson Corporation, Star Micronics Co. Ltd. and Toshiba TEC Corporation (Toshiba Corporation) |
| Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
| Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
| Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
The global portable printer market was valued at USD 13.6 Billion in 2023.
We expect the global portable printer market to exhibit a CAGR of 6.1% during 2024-2032.
The rising demand for portable printers as they are compact, wireless, and easily maneuverable as well as offer convenient paper loading, flexible function, wireless operation, etc., is primarily driving the global portable printer market.
The sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic had led to the implementation of stringent lockdown regulations across several nations, resulting in the temporary closure of numerous manufacturing units for portable printers.
Based on the technology, the global portable printer market has been segmented into inkjet, thermal, and impact. Among these, thermal currently holds the majority of the total market share.
Based on the connectivity, the global portable printer market can be categorized into wireless, USB, Bluetooth, and ethernet. Currently, wireless exhibits a clear dominance in the market.
On a regional level, the market has been classified into North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa, where Asia-Pacific currently dominates the global market.
Some of the major players in the global portable printer market include Bixolon Co. Ltd., Brother Industries Ltd., Canon Inc., Citizen Systems Japan Co. Ltd. (The Citizen Watch Company Ltd.), Fujitsu Limited, Hewlett-Packard Development Company LP, Honeywell International Inc., Printek LLC., Sato Holdings Corporation, Seiko Epson Corporation, Star Micronics Co. Ltd., and Toshiba TEC Corporation (Toshiba Corporation).
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