Wireless Testing Market Report 2025

The wireless testing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $13.99 trillion in 2024 to $15.01 trillion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased complexity in wireless networks, increased demand for faster time-to-market, globalization and market competition, emergence of m2m communication, wi-fi standard advancements.

The wireless testing market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $22.33 trillion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to shift towards software-defined networking (SDN), edge computing testing needs, industry-specific testing demands, connected vehicle testing, increasing focus on quality of service (QoS). Major trends in the forecast period include 5G network rollout, IoT expansion, connected devices proliferation, emergence of wi-fi 6 and wi-fi 6e, telecommunication standards evolution.

The evolution and implementation of the 5G network serve as a significant driving force propelling the expansion of the wireless testing market. 5G, the fifth generation mobile network, offers higher multi-Gbps peak data speeds, ultra-low latency, enhanced reliability, massive network capacity, increased availability, and a more consistent user experience. The seamless and low-latency operation of wireless devices facilitated by 5G networks augments the demand for wireless testing. Notably, in August 2022, Indian telecommunications company Airtel forged 5G network agreements with Ericsson, Nokia, and Samsung to deploy 5G networks across India. This continued development and deployment of the 5G network are expected to sustainably drive the growth trajectory of the wireless testing market.

The increasing incidence of cyberattacks and security breaches is anticipated to drive the growth of the wireless testing market in the future. Cyberattacks involve malicious activities conducted through digital channels, such as hacking, phishing, or malware, aimed at compromising computer systems, networks, or sensitive data. Security breaches refer to unauthorized access, disclosure, or manipulation of confidential information. Wireless testing is vital for identifying vulnerabilities and evaluating cybersecurity readiness against potential cyber threats and breaches. For example, in September 2023, AAG, an IT support services provider, reported that 39% of UK companies had experienced a cyberattack in 2022. Additionally, in the first half of 2022, cybercrime affected 53.35 million individuals in the US. Thus, the rise in cyberattacks and security breaches is fueling the wireless testing market.

Technological advancements constitute a pivotal trend within the wireless testing market. Companies operating in this sphere are channeling efforts towards technological innovations, notably automated testing platforms, aimed at reducing time consumption and enhancing testing efficiency. A case in point occurred in March 2022 when Viavi Solutions, an American network test, measurement, and assurance technology company, unveiled FiberComplete PRO. This fiber test solution encompasses a suite of capabilities consolidating six test instruments into a singular automated platform. The product automates all fiber qualification tests essential for constructing and certifying any fiber optic network, significantly reducing fiber acceptance testing time by nearly 80%. This technological leap underscores the thrust for innovation driving the wireless testing market.

Prominent companies within the wireless testing market are actively introducing novel testing services, exemplified by offerings like the Matter wireless testing validation services, aimed at addressing challenges related to interoperability and device-to-device communication. Matter wireless testing validation services encompass a suite of testing and validation solutions tailored to adhere to the Matter 1 standard. Notably, in October 2022, Granite River Labs (GRL), a US-based provider of engineering services and test automation solutions, launched Matter wireless testing validation services. This initiative aims to streamline development for manufacturers while enhancing compatibility for consumers within the smart home and IoT ecosystem. GRL's accreditation as a key contributor in ensuring product compliance with Matter 1 specifications positions it as a pivotal entity supporting the seamless integration and adoption of this emerging technology.

In January 2023, Semtech Corporation, a US-based technology firm, acquired Sierra Wireless Inc. for $1.2 billion. The integration of Sierra Wireless' cellular IoT capabilities with Semtech's LoRa technology is expected to enhance their product offerings, enabling innovative end-to-end solutions within the IoT sector. This merger is projected to significantly broaden Semtech's addressable market, anticipating a growth opportunity of approximately 10 times, reaching $10 billion by 2027. Sierra Wireless Inc. is a Canadian provider of wireless testing services.

Major companies operating in the wireless testing market are SGS Group, Anritsu Corporation, Bureau Veritas S.A., DEKRA SE, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co KG, Intertek Group PLC, TUV Rheinland Group, Viavi Solutions Inc., Electro Magnetic Test Inc., EXFO Inc., BluFlux LLC, Spirent Communications PLC, Eurofins Scientific SE, Keysight Technologies Inc., National Instruments Corporation, Cobham Wireless Limited, Teradyne Inc., Intelligraphics Inc., CTIA - The Wireless Association, Octoscope Inc., Wireless Telecom Group Inc., RedMango Analytics Inc., CETECOM GmbH, Global Wireless Solutions Inc., Elma Electronic AG, PCTEST Engineering Laboratory Inc., TestingHouse, DEWESoft d.o.o., Metricell Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the wireless testing market share in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the wireless testing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the wireless testing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Wireless testing is a process that assesses electrical products designed to operate without wires, evaluating their capability to connect with other devices and networks while performing operational tasks through that connection. This testing is essential to ensure that wireless products can connect and interoperate effectively with one another.

Wireless testing offerings primarily consist of both equipment and services. Wireless testing equipment plays a key role in validating wireless connections, assessing compliance with high-speed connection requirements outlined by standards such as LTE, wireless, Bluetooth, among others. Various connectivity technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 2G/3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G, are employed across industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, IT and telecommunication, energy and power, medical devices, aerospace and defense, industrial, and more.

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The wireless testing market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing performance testing, dynamic frequency selection (DFS) testing, specific absorption rate (SAR) testing, maximum permissible exposure (MPE) calculation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The wireless testing market also includes sales of FM transmitters, private mobile radio (PMR), radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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