The training manikins market size is projected to reach US$ 9.15 billion by 2031 from US$ 3.17 billion in 2024. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 16.5% during 2025–2031. The application of robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and augmented reality is emerging as a significant trend in the training manikins market.
The training manikins market is anticipated to witness substantial growth in the coming years due to rising demand for healthcare education, emergency response training, and military preparedness. With increasing emphasis on simulation-based learning, medical institutions, and training centers are investing in advanced manikins that offer realistic anatomy and physiological responses. The market is bolstered by technological advancements, such as AI integration and wireless capabilities, which enhance the effectiveness and interactivity of training sessions. Key players are focusing on product innovation, strategic partnerships, and expansion of their geographic reach to gain a competitive edge. North America dominates the market due to robust healthcare infrastructure and high investment in medical education. Asia Pacific is witnessing rapid growth fueled by expanding healthcare systems as well as increased awareness of CPR and trauma training.
The global training manikins market expansion is primarily driven by advancements in simulation technology, which have enhanced the realism and effectiveness of training manikins. These manikins now come equipped with features such as realistic anatomical structures, responsive airways, and integrated sensors, facilitating comprehensive training in various medical procedures. The increasing prevalence of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA), and the growing emphasis on CPR training and awareness programs further contribute to the market growth. According to the WHO data published in 2020, the number of deaths from coronary artery disease in France reached 63,181. As per the Heart Failure Policy Network, the condition affected ~1 million individuals in France. Additionally, the prevalence rate of heart failure is as high as 10% in people aged 70 years and above, and ~120,000 people suffer from heart attacks every year in the country. Thus, the demand for training manikins is rising with the burgeoning focus on patient safety and the increasing prevalence of OHCA.
In August 2023, 3B Scientific, a prominent manufacturer and supplier of medical simulation products and anatomical models for healthcare education, acquired Lifecast Body Simulation to strengthen its position in the market. In February 2023, Limbs & Things (UK) signed a multimillion-pound contract with TruCorp, a medical simulator company based in Northern Ireland. The contract made Limbs & Things the exclusive supplier of TruCorp products in the UK. Moreover, the utilization of Limbs & Things' established network would enhance TruCorp's ability to supply its in-demand innovations across these markets.
Training manikins have evolved considerably in terms of technology and complexity. These manikins are now equipped with sophisticated systems that accurately simulate human physiological functions; the development enables trainers to provide clinicians with opportunities to learn, practice, and master their skills across both simple and highly complex procedures, including various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as childbirth, respiratory care, cardiovascular treatment, neurological procedures, pharmacological modeling, and simulation. These manikins are designed to create and allow participants to practice procedures such as CPR, intubation, bag-mask ventilation, defibrillation, and chest tube placement.
CAE Healthcare has developed models and simulators for various procedures; these include products ranging from neonatal to adult manikins. For instance, the human patient simulator (HPS) is a full-body training manikin created to support anesthesia and medical gases, with patented respiratory, neurological, cardiovascular, and pharmacological modeling. It is the Gold Standard in high-fidelity patient simulation for respiratory and critical care training. The HPS interfaces with real clinical monitors and ventilators, and automatically responds to administration of real anesthetic gases, oxygen therapy, and drugs/medications. Lucina, another crucial training manikin, is a wireless childbirth simulator with incorporated maternal-fetal physiology and interchangeable static services to train the learners on all delivery stages and rare emergency scenarios. The Lucina manikin comes with an ability to demonstrate realistic, controllable birthing processes from normal delivery scenarios to various birth complications, including shoulder dystocia and eclampsia, and great articulation for labor and delivery maneuvers.
Laerdal offers training manikins and simulators ranging from adults to infants. The SimMan 3G is an easy-to-use and portable patient simulator designed for team training with realistic anatomy and clinical functionality, providing simulation-based education to challenge and test students' clinical and decision-making skills during realistic patient care scenarios. In addition, the Nursing Anne, Nursing Kelly, Crash Kelly, and Harvey manikins offered by Laerdal are designed for clinical training in gynecological conditions, obstetrics, wound assessment and care, gastric tube insertion, cardiopulmonary training, and advanced airway management. Therefore, product development through technological innovations bolsters the training manikins market.
Small and big companies operating in the training manikins market are increasingly adopting strategies to boost their revenues. A few recent developments in the training manikins market are mentioned below:
Therefore, the active participation of market players in product launches, expansions, partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions creates lucrative growth opportunities in the training manikins market.
Key segments that are the foundation of training manikins market analysis are type, application, age group, and end user.
The geographic scope of the training manikins market report is divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.
North America held a significant share of the market in 2024. Advancements in technology have led to the development of high-fidelity manikins equipped with sensors, AI, and virtual reality (VR) capabilities, enhancing the realism of medical training and improving learner outcomes. Additionally, the increasing emphasis on simulation-based learning in healthcare education has driven demand for realistic training tools, as institutions seek to reduce medical errors and enhance the preparedness of healthcare professionals. Regulatory bodies and accreditation organizations are also mandating the incorporation of simulation training into medical curricula. Additionally, companies in the training manikins market adopt growth strategies such as innovative product launches that favor the market’s growth. In July 2022, AHead Simulations, a Canadian company, launched an advanced, universal manikin named CARL with a multifunctional head. Audio CARL manikin was developed by AHead Simulations through several years of research, validation, and multiple iterations. It was made directly using patient scans, and it comes with easily replaceable realistic soft ears.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Training Manikins Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Training Manikins Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Market size in 2024 | US$ 3.17 Billion |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ 9.15 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2025 - 2031) | 16.5% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2023 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
| Segments Covered |
By Type
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
The Training Manikins Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Training Manikins Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The training manikins market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the market are listed below:
The "Training Manikins Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
The List of Companies - Training Manikins Market
Ambu A/S, Gaumard Scientific Co Inc., Laerdal Medical AS, Simulaids Ltd, Erler-Zimmer GmbH & Co. KG, Nasco Healthcare, TruCorp, CAE Inc., 3B Scientific, V4EMS Inc (SmartMan), Ruth Lee Ltd, Practiman, WorldPoint ECC, and Innosonian Inc. are among the key players operating in the training manikins market.
Advancements in technologies, and the need for CPR training and awareness programs to manage out-of-hospital cardiac arrests are noteworthy factors contributing to market growth.
The market is estimated to register a CAGR of 16.5% during the forecast period.
North America dominated the market in 2024.
The market is expected to reach a value of US$ 9.15 billion by 2031.