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Washing Machine Market Size and Forecast, by Product (Fully Automatic, Semi-Automatic, Dryer); Capacity (Below 6 Kg, 6.1-8 Kg, Above 8 Kg); Technology (Smart Connected, Conventional); End-Use (Commercial, Residential); Distribution Channel (Supermarket And Hypermarket, Specialty Store, Department Store, E-Commerce); Type (Sheet Door, Glass Door) - Growth Trends, Key Players, Regional Analysis 2026-2035

  • Report ID: 5411
  • Published Date: Sep 11, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Washing Machine Market Outlook:

Washing Machine Market size was over USD 70.33 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to cross USD 154.67 billion by 2035, witnessing more than 8.2% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2026-2035. In the year 2026, the industry size of washing machine is assessed at USD 75.52 billion.

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The reason behind the growth is due to the growing apparel and fashion industry across the globe. The increased consumption of apparel and fashion garments will increase the demand for washing machines, driving market growth. Furthermore, using promoting marketing strategies by apparel and fashion brands such as buy one get one free, seasonal discounts, cashback offers, and others has encouraged consumption. According to recent data, the global apparel industry is predicted to generate over USD 1 trillion in revenue in 2023—around a 13% rise over the previous year.

The growing usage of advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) is believed to fuel the market growth. Manufacturers of washing machines are now providing IoT-enabled services to improve consumer satisfaction by notifying them when the wash cycle on their load of laundry is complete. For instance, in 2021 Samsung introduced an IoT-enabled washing machine that includes more than 20 models, all equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) features that promise to provide 45% more fabric care while saving time and energy and also offer an adaptable washing procedure.

Key Washing Machine Market Insights Summary:

  • Regional Highlights:

    • Asia Pacific washing machine market is anticipated to achieve a 50% share by 2035, driven by rising urbanization and the adoption of new lifestyles.

  • Segment Insights:

    • The fully automatic segment in the washing machine market is expected to capture a 55% share by 2035, fueled by rising disposable income and demand for convenient laundry solutions.
    • The 6.1–8 kg segment in the washing machine market is expected to achieve a substantial share by 2035, driven by its suitability for large families and high wash efficiency.

  • Key Growth Trends:

    • High Preference rate
    • Increasing Focus on Sustainability

  • Major Challenges:

    • Rising Consumption of Power
    • Environmental Concerns Related to High Usage of Water and Energy

  • Key Players: Girbau North America, Fisher & Paykel Appliances Ltd, GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, Haier Inc., IFB Industries Limited, LG Electronics, SAMSUNG, MIRC ELECTRONICS LIMITED, Panasonic Corporation, Whirlpool Corporation.

Global Washing Machine Market Forecast and Regional Outlook:

  • Market Size & Growth Projections:

    • 2025 Market Size: USD 70.33 billion
    • 2026 Market Size: USD 75.52 billion
    • Projected Market Size: USD 154.67 billion by 2035
    • Growth Forecasts: 8.2% CAGR (2026-2035)

  • Key Regional Dynamics:

    • Largest Region: Asia Pacific (50% Share by 2035)
    • Fastest Growing Region: Asia Pacific
    • Dominating Countries: China, United States, South Korea, Germany, Japan
    • Emerging Countries: China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand

    • Last updated on : 11 September, 2025

Growth Drivers

  • High Preference rate- The washing machine's high preference rate can be attributed to its capacity to save time, eliminate physical labor, and shorten drying times. Also, the market for washing machines is being driven by the rising number of people participating in sports like football, cricket, tennis, and other games, which results in more laundry from sporting disciplines.

  • Rising awareness influencing demand forecasting- Growing demand and usage of smart washing machines by small and medium-sized businesses is being caused by increased awareness of these machines. For example, the hotel, travel, and tourism sectors have a huge demand for smart washing machines, which helps fuel the expansion of the global market.

  • Increasing Focus on Sustainability- The emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency has accelerated many manufacturers to produce washing machines with larger capacities with more efficient dryers and washers that can benefit both the environment and the wallet.

Challenges

  • Rising Consumption of Power - The market demand for washing machines is being adversely affected by the high power consumption that can be the main source of the rising power costs. The amount of electricity used by the washing machine goes without saying that speed corresponds with energy consumption which is also entirely dependent on the load, the number of wash programs, and the dry technique.

            For instance, washing machines use over 253 kWh of power annually.

  • Environmental Concerns Related to High Usage of Water and Energy
  • Varying Prices of Raw Materials such as Steel, and Plastic Can Make it Difficult to Decide Standard Price

Washing Machine Market Size and Forecast:

Report Attribute Details

Base Year

2025

Forecast Period

2026-2035

CAGR

8.2%

Base Year Market Size (2025)

USD 70.33 billion

Forecast Year Market Size (2035)

USD 154.67 billion

Regional Scope

  • North America (U.S. and Canada)
  • Asia Pacific (Japan, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, South Korea, Rest of Asia Pacific)
  • Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, NORDIC, Rest of Europe)
  • Latin America (Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Rest of Latin America)
  • Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC, North Africa, South Africa, Rest of the Middle East and Africa)
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Washing Machine Market Segmentation:

Product Segment Analysis 

The fully automatic segment is estimated to hold 55% share of the global washing machine market in the coming years owing to the increasing personal disposable income of individuals. Moreover, this has led to a rise in purchasing power, especially in developing nations which is expected to fuel the demand for fully automatic washing machines. The growing discretionary money combined with people's busy lifestyles has given more people the means to buy luxuries such as fully automatic washing machines that boast a plethora of functions, including flexi wash technology and germ clean, which are a lot more practical with washers that are fully automatic operate by simply pressing a button. Global disposable incomes and family spending were estimated to be increased by over 2% in 2022.

End-Use Segment Analysis 

Washing machine market from the residential segment is set to garner a notable share. A washing machine is an indispensable household device in each contemporary home, that is built to save time and effort during the laundry process and is remarkably convenient and simple to operate to clean textiles such as clothing, linens, and other textiles.

Capacity Segment Analysis 

The 6.1-8 Kg segment is anticipated to gain a substantial market share in the coming years. Modern households are not complete without their machines since they provide time-saving and convenient features and a 6.1-8 kilogram fully automatic washing machine benefits large families by helping wash all the dirty clothing in one go and being ergonomically friendly while providing excellent wash quality.

Technology Segment Analysis 

The smart connected segment in the washing machine market is poised to garner a prominent share during the forecast timeframe. Similar to computers and smartphones, smart washing machines or IoT-enabled washing machines are gadgets that can connect to a Wi-Fi network and are designed to perform at their best for personalized options and efficient, on-the-spot laundry care whereby the customers can choose the kind of wash cycle they want for their fabric and monitor the process remotely by receiving notifications.

Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:

Product
  • Fully Automatic
  • Semi-Automatic
  • Dryer

Capacity
  • Below 6 Kg
  • 6.1-8 Kg
  • Above 8 Kg

Technology
  • Smart Connected
  • Conventional

End-Use
  • Commercial
  •  Residential

 Distribution Channel
  • Supermarket And Hypermarket
  • Specialty Store
  •  Department Store
  • E-Commerce

Type
  • Sheet Door
  • Glass Door
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Washing Machine Market Regional Analysis:

APAC Market Insights

The washing machine market in Asia Pacific is predicted to account for the largest share of 50% by 2035 propelled by the rising urbanization. The exposure to new lifestyles and trends that come with living in metropolitan areas increases demand for washing machines in the region.

Urban areas with a higher number of nuclear families and working professionals are exposed to new lifestyles and trends, and the increasing cost-effectiveness is expected to raise the market demand for washing machines that are both efficient and quick. In India, more than 460 million people live in urban areas and the figure is increasing annually by over 2%.

North American Market Insights

The North America washing machine market is estimated to be the second largest, during the forecast timeframe led by increasing outdoor & recreational activities. As more and more people in the region will be involved in outdoor activities, they tend to generate more dirty and sweaty clothes which is expected to result in higher demand for washing machines. In 2023, more than 95% of Americans indicated that they intend to engage in outdoor activities in the future year, up from around 90% the previous year.

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Washing Machine Market Players:

    • Alliance Laundry Systems LLC
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      • Business Strategy
      • Key Product Offerings
      • Financial Performance
      • Key Performance Indicators
      • Risk Analysis
      • Recent Development
      • Regional Presence
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    • Girbau North America
    • Fisher & Paykel Appliances Ltd
    • GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
    • Haier Inc.
    • IFB Industries Limited
    • LG Electronics
    • SAMSUNG
    • MIRC ELECTRONICS LIMITED
    • Whirlpool Corporation

Recent Developments

  • Haier Inc. announced the launch of the 306 Washing Machines Series with the industry-first Ultra Fresh Air function and other cutting-edge innovations including Near Zero Pressure, Anti-Bacterial Pulsator, Auto Restart, Oceanus wave drum, and Quick Wash to preserve the freshness of the clothing after every cycle and answer customer concerns about fabric maintenance and intelligent washing.
  • IFB Industries Limited partnered with Xeros Technology Group to introduce the finest 11 kg domestic washing machines that integrate Xeros' Care technology and are intended for usage in both small businesses and large residential homes to lessen the environmental impact of garments laundering.
  • Report ID: 5411
  • Published Date: Sep 11, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of washing machine is assessed at USD 75.52 billion.

The global washing machine market size surpassed USD 70.33 billion in 2025 and is projected to witness a CAGR of around 8.2%, crossing USD 154.67 billion revenue by 2035.

Asia Pacific washing machine market is anticipated to achieve a 50% share by 2035, driven by rising urbanization and the adoption of new lifestyles.

Key players in the market include Girbau North America, Fisher & Paykel Appliances Ltd, GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, Haier Inc., IFB Industries Limited, LG Electronics, SAMSUNG, MIRC ELECTRONICS LIMITED, Panasonic Corporation, Whirlpool Corporation.

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