Automated External Defibrillators (AED) Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The automated external defibrillators (AED) market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.84 billion in 2024 to $1.98 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased awareness and training, government initiatives and regulations, rising incidence of cardiac arrest, focus on workplace safety, community-based public access programs.

The automated external defibrillators (AED) market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to global health initiatives, increasing aging population, expansion of public access programs, corporate social responsibility initiatives, telemedicine and remote monitoring, increased training programs. Major trends in the forecast period include development of aeds with real-time feedback and coaching, adoption of smart connectivity and remote monitoring, focus on user-friendly aed designs and interfaces, implementation of pediatric mode in aeds, integration of cpr feedback technology, introduction of aeds with extended battery life.

The increasing occurrence of cardiac arrests is anticipated to drive the growth of the automated external defibrillator (AED) market in the coming years. Cardiac arrest is a sudden, life-threatening condition in which the heart either stops beating or beats irregularly, hindering its ability to pump blood effectively to the body. Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are utilized to treat cardiac arrests by delivering an electric shock to the heart, helping to restore a normal rhythm when abnormalities arise. For instance, a report published by the British Heart Foundation (BHF), a UK-based charity that funds research and promotes awareness of heart and circulatory diseases, indicated in September 2024 that around 7.6 million individuals in the UK are impacted by heart and circulatory diseases. It is projected that by 2030, the number of people living with these conditions in the UK could rise by an additional 1 million, and by 2040, this figure may increase by 2 million. Consequently, the growing incidence of cardiac arrest is fueling the expansion of the automated external defibrillator (AED) market.

The expanding geriatric population is expected to contribute significantly to the growth of the automated external defibrillator (AED) market. The geriatric population, typically aged 65 and above, experiences age-related physical and cognitive changes, making them susceptible to health issues. AEDs offer a valuable solution for the elderly, providing rapid automated treatment during sudden cardiac arrests and improving survival rates through timely electric shocks to restore normal heart rhythm. In July 2022, the United States Census Bureau reported a 2.1% increase in the population of individuals aged 65 and above, reaching 57,794,852 from the previous year's figure of 56,229,126. This demographic shift highlights the growing need for AEDs, thus contributing to the market's expansion.

Limited awareness poses a challenge to the automated external defibrillator (AED) market's growth during the forecast period. Insufficient knowledge about AEDs and their crucial role in cardiac emergencies leads to reduced demand for these life-saving devices. Individuals and organizations may overlook the importance of investing in AEDs if they are unaware of their potential to save lives. A study of First Aide Learning course participants revealed that only 12.28% had mastered AED knowledge, and 86.08% of non-medical responders had never undergone AED training, underscoring the need for increased awareness to overcome this hindrance.

Major companies in the automated external defibrillator (AED) market are prioritizing technological advancements, such as REALConnect technology, to provide reliable services. REALConnect is a software platform leveraging cellular, WiFi, GPS, and Bluetooth connectivity to enable seamless communication between devices. In January 2023, Avive Solutions Inc., a US-based technology company specializing in AED development, launched the Avive Connect AED, an FDA-approved device featuring cellular and WiFi connectivity, GPS technology, remote maintenance, and portability. This innovation exemplifies the commitment of market leaders to advancing AED technology and improving patient outcomes during cardiac emergencies.

In March 2023, SafeLife Inc., a Sweden-based company specializing in automated external defibrillators, acquired Coro Medical LLC for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows SafeLife Inc. to integrate advanced automated external defibrillator (AED) management services into its offerings and expand its operations in the United States, thereby reinforcing its position in the life-saving equipment sector nationwide. Coro Medical LLC is a US-based customer-focused company that provides automated external defibrillators.

Major companies operating in the automated external defibrillators (aed) market report are Koninklijke Philips N.V., Asahi Kasei Corporation, Nihon Kohden Corporation, Schiller AG, Stryker Corporation, Biotronik, BPL Medical Technologies, CU Medical System Inc., Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co. Ltd., ViVest Medical Technology Co. Ltd., AMI Italia, Physio-Control Corporation, CardiAid, Kestra Medical Technologies Inc., ViVest Medical Technology Co. Ltd., CU Medical System Inc., DefiSign Life Systems Inc., Progetti S.r.l., MRL Inc., HeartSine Technologies Inc., BPL Medical Technologies, CardiAid, M&B Electronic Instruments Inc., Instramed Inc., Metrax GmbH.

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

An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable medical device specifically designed to analyze the electrical activity of the heart and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock to restore a normal heart rhythm in the event of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). AEDs are crucial in cases of life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias, significantly increasing the chances of survival for individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest before professional medical help arrives.

The main types of automated external defibrillators are wearable and non-wearable. A wearable AED is designed to detect abnormal heart rhythms and automatically administer an electric shock to restore the heart's normal rhythm. These devices come in various technology types, including semi-automatic and fully automatic, with different size options such as standard and pediatric. AEDs are utilized for various patient types, including adults and children, and are employed by various end-users such as hospitals, public access settings, homecare settings, pre-hospital care, emergency medical service providers, and others.

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The automated external defibrillator (AED) market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as maintenance and monitoring, emergency response planning and deployment services, and rental services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The automated external defibrillator (AED) market also includes sales of HeartStart automated external defibrillator (AED), Cardiac Science automated external defibrillator (AED), and HeartSine automated external defibrillator (AED). 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.

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