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 wireless network test equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.36 billion in 2024 to $5.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to proliferation of mobile devices and user connectivity, increasing demand for mobile data, emergence of iot and smart devices, stringent regulatory requirements, growing complexity of network infrastructure.
The wireless network test equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.89 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5G network expansion, edge computing and edge networking, AI and ML integration, demand for virtualized and cloud-native solutions, increased focus on security and privacy. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of 5G and WI-FI 6/6e technologies, expansion of iot and industry 4 applications, adoption of network slicing and network orchestration, growth of private 5G networks and campus solutions, emergence of AI-driven network automation and self-healing systems.
The growing demand for high-speed wireless connectivity is anticipated to drive the growth of the wireless network testing equipment market. High-speed wireless connectivity refers to the ability to transmit and receive data wirelessly at fast rates, enabling quick communication and data transfer between devices over a wireless network. The increasing number of IoT connections is fueling the demand for high-speed wireless connectivity, as efficient and real-time data transmission and processing are essential across a large network of interconnected devices. Wireless network testing equipment is used to assess and verify the performance of high-speed wireless connectivity by conducting thorough tests on factors such as signal strength, data transfer rates, latency, and overall network reliability. These tools help detect potential problems, optimize network configurations, and ensure that the wireless network meets the necessary performance standards for smooth and effective communication. For example, in September 2023, the International Telecommunication Union, a Switzerland-based United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, reported that 67% of the global population, or 5.4 billion people, were using the Internet, up from 5.3 billion (66% of the world’s population) in 2022. Additionally, according to the GSM Association, a UK-based non-profit organization, there were 15.1 billion IoT connections in 2021, which are expected to grow to 23.3 billion by 2025. Thus, the increasing demand for high-speed wireless connectivity is driving the growth of the wireless network testing equipment market.
Major companies operating in the wireless network testing equipment market are developing new products, such as handheld network analyzers, to gain a competitive edge in the market. Handheld network analyzers are portable electronic devices used for analyzing, troubleshooting, and testing network connections, protocols, and performance parameters in various communication systems, including wired and wireless networks, to diagnose issues, optimize performance, and ensure efficient data transmission. For instance, in May 2022, NetAlly LLC, a US-based software company, launched the EtherScope nXG Portable Network Expert, a handheld analyzer specifically designed for Wi-Fi 6/6E testing. It offers full visibility of Wi-Fi 6 across all three 802.11 bands. The EtherScope nXG guarantees effective connecting, provisioning, and monitoring of new Wi-Fi protocols and frequencies, alongside legacy technologies, with enhancements that cater to both wired and wireless networks. capabilities like TruPower load testing and LANBERT performance testing are among the capabilities that make this possible. It offers extensive features like Reduced Neighbor Reports, Multi-BSSID provisioning, and using AirMapper to survey 6GHz coverage and performance. It is specifically designed to tackle the challenges associated with Wi-Fi 6/6E deployments. This cutting-edge tool provides network engineers with the necessary visibility and validation for the successful deployment and management of next-generation Wi-Fi technologies.
In October 2024, Oscium, a US-based maker of wireless test and measurement equipment and software, acquired MetaGeek Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This merger brings together MetaGeek's expertise in WLAN analysis software with Oscium's cutting-edge hardware solutions, with the goal of offering a complete range of products that streamline wireless network management for professionals worldwide. MetaGeek Inc. is a US-based company specializing in Wi-Fi network analysis tools.
Major companies operating in the wireless network test equipment market are Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Cisco Systems Inc., Qualcomm Incorporated, Ericsson AB, Nokia Corporation, Thales Group, Fluke Networks Corporation, Keysight Technologies Inc., Gemalto NV, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, VIAVI Solutions Inc., NETSCOUT Systems Inc., Anritsu Corporation, Spirent Communications plc, EXFO Inc., Teoco Corporation, Infovista, Empirix Inc., DingLi Communications Corp. Ltd., RADCOM Ltd., Bird Technologies, OdiTek Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Airtrace Ltd., VeEx Inc., Accuver Co. Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the wireless network test equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the wireless network test equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the wireless network test equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The wireless network test equipment market consists of sales of spectrum analyzers, signal generators, protocol analyzers, network analyzers, and RF (radiofrequency) meters. 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).
Wireless network test equipment refers to a set of tools and devices used to evaluate, analyze, and troubleshoot the performance and functionality of wireless networks. This equipment is essential for ensuring the correct operation and effectiveness of wireless networks.
The main equipment types of wireless network test equipment are wireless network drive test equipment, wireless network crowdsourcing equipment, wireless network monitoring equipment, wireless OSS with geolocation network equipment, wireless son network testing equipment, and wireless network site testing equipment, Wireless network drive test equipment refers to specialized tools and devices used by telecommunication companies, network operators, and wireless service providers to perform drive tests on wireless networks, its network technologies include 2g/3g/4g wireless network test equipment, and 5g wireless network test equipment, and it used by telecommunication service providers, and enterprises.
The main equipment types of wireless network test equipment are wireless network drive test equipment, wireless network crowdsourcing equipment, wireless network monitoring equipment, wireless OSS with geolocation network equipment, wireless son network testing equipment, and wireless network site testing equipment, Wireless network drive test equipment refers to specialized tools and devices used by telecommunication companies, network operators, and wireless service providers to perform drive tests on wireless networks, its network technologies include 2g/3g/4g wireless network test equipment, and 5g wireless network test equipment, and it used by telecommunication service providers, and enterprises.
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.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
The wireless network test equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.36 billion in 2024 to $5.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to proliferation of mobile devices and user connectivity, increasing demand for mobile data, emergence of iot and smart devices, stringent regulatory requirements, growing complexity of network infrastructure.
The wireless network test equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.89 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to 5G network expansion, edge computing and edge networking, AI and ML integration, demand for virtualized and cloud-native solutions, increased focus on security and privacy. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of 5G and WI-FI 6/6e technologies, expansion of iot and industry 4 applications, adoption of network slicing and network orchestration, growth of private 5G networks and campus solutions, emergence of AI-driven network automation and self-healing systems.
The growing demand for high-speed wireless connectivity is anticipated to drive the growth of the wireless network testing equipment market. High-speed wireless connectivity refers to the ability to transmit and receive data wirelessly at fast rates, enabling quick communication and data transfer between devices over a wireless network. The increasing number of IoT connections is fueling the demand for high-speed wireless connectivity, as efficient and real-time data transmission and processing are essential across a large network of interconnected devices. Wireless network testing equipment is used to assess and verify the performance of high-speed wireless connectivity by conducting thorough tests on factors such as signal strength, data transfer rates, latency, and overall network reliability. These tools help detect potential problems, optimize network configurations, and ensure that the wireless network meets the necessary performance standards for smooth and effective communication. For example, in September 2023, the International Telecommunication Union, a Switzerland-based United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, reported that 67% of the global population, or 5.4 billion people, were using the Internet, up from 5.3 billion (66% of the world’s population) in 2022. Additionally, according to the GSM Association, a UK-based non-profit organization, there were 15.1 billion IoT connections in 2021, which are expected to grow to 23.3 billion by 2025. Thus, the increasing demand for high-speed wireless connectivity is driving the growth of the wireless network testing equipment market.
Major companies operating in the wireless network testing equipment market are developing new products, such as handheld network analyzers, to gain a competitive edge in the market. Handheld network analyzers are portable electronic devices used for analyzing, troubleshooting, and testing network connections, protocols, and performance parameters in various communication systems, including wired and wireless networks, to diagnose issues, optimize performance, and ensure efficient data transmission. For instance, in May 2022, NetAlly LLC, a US-based software company, launched the EtherScope nXG Portable Network Expert, a handheld analyzer specifically designed for Wi-Fi 6/6E testing. It offers full visibility of Wi-Fi 6 across all three 802.11 bands. The EtherScope nXG guarantees effective connecting, provisioning, and monitoring of new Wi-Fi protocols and frequencies, alongside legacy technologies, with enhancements that cater to both wired and wireless networks. capabilities like TruPower load testing and LANBERT performance testing are among the capabilities that make this possible. It offers extensive features like Reduced Neighbor Reports, Multi-BSSID provisioning, and using AirMapper to survey 6GHz coverage and performance. It is specifically designed to tackle the challenges associated with Wi-Fi 6/6E deployments. This cutting-edge tool provides network engineers with the necessary visibility and validation for the successful deployment and management of next-generation Wi-Fi technologies.
In October 2024, Oscium, a US-based maker of wireless test and measurement equipment and software, acquired MetaGeek Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This merger brings together MetaGeek's expertise in WLAN analysis software with Oscium's cutting-edge hardware solutions, with the goal of offering a complete range of products that streamline wireless network management for professionals worldwide. MetaGeek Inc. is a US-based company specializing in Wi-Fi network analysis tools.
Major companies operating in the wireless network test equipment market are Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Cisco Systems Inc., Qualcomm Incorporated, Ericsson AB, Nokia Corporation, Thales Group, Fluke Networks Corporation, Keysight Technologies Inc., Gemalto NV, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, VIAVI Solutions Inc., NETSCOUT Systems Inc., Anritsu Corporation, Spirent Communications plc, EXFO Inc., Teoco Corporation, Infovista, Empirix Inc., DingLi Communications Corp. Ltd., RADCOM Ltd., Bird Technologies, OdiTek Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Airtrace Ltd., VeEx Inc., Accuver Co. Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the wireless network test equipment market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the wireless network test equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the wireless network test equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The wireless network test equipment market consists of sales of spectrum analyzers, signal generators, protocol analyzers, network analyzers, and RF (radiofrequency) meters. 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).
Wireless network test equipment refers to a set of tools and devices used to evaluate, analyze, and troubleshoot the performance and functionality of wireless networks. This equipment is essential for ensuring the correct operation and effectiveness of wireless networks.
The main equipment types of wireless network test equipment are wireless network drive test equipment, wireless network crowdsourcing equipment, wireless network monitoring equipment, wireless OSS with geolocation network equipment, wireless son network testing equipment, and wireless network site testing equipment, Wireless network drive test equipment refers to specialized tools and devices used by telecommunication companies, network operators, and wireless service providers to perform drive tests on wireless networks, its network technologies include 2g/3g/4g wireless network test equipment, and 5g wireless network test equipment, and it used by telecommunication service providers, and enterprises.
The main equipment types of wireless network test equipment are wireless network drive test equipment, wireless network crowdsourcing equipment, wireless network monitoring equipment, wireless OSS with geolocation network equipment, wireless son network testing equipment, and wireless network site testing equipment, Wireless network drive test equipment refers to specialized tools and devices used by telecommunication companies, network operators, and wireless service providers to perform drive tests on wireless networks, its network technologies include 2g/3g/4g wireless network test equipment, and 5g wireless network test equipment, and it used by telecommunication service providers, and enterprises.
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.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market Characteristics3. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market Trends and Strategies4. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid and Recovery on the Market32. Global Wireless Network Test Equipment Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Wireless Network Test Equipment Market34. Recent Developments in the Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
5. Global Wireless Network Test Equipment Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market Segmentation
7. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
9. China Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
10. India Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
11. Japan Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
12. Australia Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
13. Indonesia Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
14. South Korea Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
15. Western Europe Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
16. UK Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
17. Germany Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
18. France Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
19. Italy Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
20. Spain Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
21. Eastern Europe Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
22. Russia Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
23. North America Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
24. USA Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
25. Canada Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
26. South America Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
27. Brazil Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
28. Middle East Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
29. Africa Wireless Network Test Equipment Market
30. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Wireless Network Test Equipment Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Wireless Network Test Equipment Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on wireless network test equipment market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for wireless network test equipment? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The wireless network test equipment market global report answers all these questions and many more.The 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 market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Equipment Type: Wireless Network Drive Test Equipment; Wireless Network Crowdsourcing Equipment; Wireless Network Monitoring Equipment; Wireless OSS With Geolocation Network Equipment; Wireless SON Network Testing Equipment; Wireless Network Site Testing Equipment2) By Network Technology: 2G Or 3G Or 4G Wireless Network Test Equipment; 5G Wireless Network Test Equipment
3) By End User: Telecommunication Service Providers; Enterprises
Subsegments:
1) By Wireless Network Drive Test Equipment: Mobile Drive Test Systems; In-Vehicle Drive Test Solutions; Portable Drive Test Equipment2) By Wireless Network Crowdsourcing Equipment: Mobile Crowdsourcing Apps; Dedicated Crowdsourcing Devices; Analytics And Reporting Tools
3) By Wireless Network Monitoring Equipment: Network Performance Monitoring Tools; Real-Time Traffic Monitoring Systems; Spectrum Analyzers
4) By Wireless OSS With Geolocation Network Equipment: Geolocation Data Management Tools; Network Optimization Software; OSS Integration Solutions
5) By Wireless SON Network Testing Equipment: Self-Organizing Network Solutions; Automated Optimization Tools; Performance Benchmarking Equipment
6) By Wireless Network Site Testing Equipment: Site Survey Tools; RF Site Testing Equipment; Network Configuration Testing Devices
Key Companies Mentioned: Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.; Cisco Systems Inc.; Qualcomm Incorporated; Ericsson AB; Nokia Corporation
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
Some of the major companies featured in this Wireless Network Test Equipment market report include:- Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
- Cisco Systems Inc.
- Qualcomm Incorporated
- Ericsson AB
- Nokia Corporation
- Thales Group
- Fluke Networks Corporation
- Keysight Technologies Inc.
- Gemalto NV
- Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG
- VIAVI Solutions Inc.
- NETSCOUT Systems Inc.
- Anritsu Corporation
- Spirent Communications plc
- EXFO Inc.
- Teoco Corporation
- Infovista
- Empirix Inc.
- DingLi Communications Corp. Ltd.
- RADCOM Ltd.
- Bird Technologies
- OdiTek Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
- Airtrace Ltd.
- VeEx Inc.
- Accuver Co. Ltd.
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | March 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 5.8 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 7.89 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 8.0% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 26 |
