Vision care devices market seen reaching $45.06 billion by 2030

The global vision care devices and equipment market is forecast to grow from $29.6 billion in 2026 to $45.06 billion by 2030, driven by aging populations, rising eye disorders and wider use of advanced ophthalmic treatments. North America held the largest share in 2025, while Asia-Pacific ranked second.

Why it matters: - The market is expanding as more people need treatment for vision impairment, cataracts, glaucoma and other eye disorders. - Growth in the sector also reflects broader demand for diagnostic and surgical eye-care technology, including premium intraocular lenses and laser-based procedures. - The market’s projected climb to $45.06 billion by 2030 signals sustained investment in ophthalmic care and devices.

What happened: - The Business Research Company released its Vision Care Devices and Equipment Market Report 2026, covering market size, trends and global forecasts for 2026-2035. - The report estimates the market will rise from $26.62 billion in 2025 to $29.6 billion in 2026. - The report projects the market will reach $45.06 billion by 2030. - The report says the market is growing at an 11.2% CAGR in the historical period and an 11.1% CAGR in the forecast period. - The report was published Sept. 2, 2026, in London. - The company made a free sample report and the full market report available online.

The details: - Key product categories in the market include intraocular lenses, ophthalmic lasers, glaucoma drainage devices and other related products. - Historical growth was supported by higher rates of vision impairment disorders, more cataract surgeries, more ophthalmology clinics, advances in diagnostic imaging and broader access to eye care. - Forecast growth is tied to an aging global population, greater adoption of premium intraocular lenses, rising demand for laser eye surgery, growth in outpatient ophthalmic care and more investment in eye-care technology. - The report highlights advances in intraocular lens technology, wider use of laser-assisted vision correction, stronger demand for glaucoma management devices, growth in minimally invasive ophthalmic procedures and a sharper focus on precise diagnostics. - Wider electronic device use is also boosting demand because screen exposure is linked to eye strain, dryness and related vision problems. - In May 2023, the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association said consumer electronics production in Japan reached $204.67 million, or ¥32,099 million, up 127% from the prior year. - A World Health Organization report published in August 2023 said at least 2.2 billion people globally have near- or distance vision impairment. - The WHO report said about 1 billion of those cases involve vision loss that could have been prevented or remains untreated. - The WHO identified cataracts as 94 million cases, refractive errors as 88.4 million, age-related macular degeneration as 8 million, glaucoma as 7.7 million and diabetic retinopathy as 3.9 million among the main causes of distance vision impairment or blindness. - The WHO said presbyopia affects 826 million people and is the leading condition causing close-vision problems. - North America held the largest share of the global market in 2025. - Asia-Pacific ranked second in 2025. - The report also covers South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, South America, the Middle East and Africa. - The 2026 edition adds market attractiveness scoring, TAM analysis, company scoring matrix graphics and tables, Excel dashboards, market hotspots infographics, and updated technology and future-trend analysis.

Between the lines: - The report points to a market shaped by both clinical need and consumer behavior, with aging populations and screen-heavy lifestyles pushing demand from different directions. - The emphasis on premium lenses, laser procedures and minimally invasive care suggests the market is moving toward higher-value treatments rather than only basic corrective products. - Regional leadership by North America and strong growth in Asia-Pacific suggest the market is being driven by advanced adoption in mature systems and capacity expansion in fast-growing ones.

What's next: - The market is expected to keep growing through 2030 as demand rises for diagnostics, surgical devices and outpatient eye care. - Future adoption of precision diagnostics, laser-assisted correction and glaucoma management tools will likely shape product competition. - The company directed readers to contact Saumya Sahay for more information and provided phone and email details in the release.

The bottom line: - Vision care devices and equipment are moving from a specialized healthcare segment to a high-growth global market with broad demand across aging populations, digital lifestyles and expanding ophthalmic care.