The wireless testing market size is expected to reach US$ 33.40 billion by 2031 from US$ 16.28 billion in 2023. The market is estimated to record a CAGR of 9.4% from 2023 to 2031. The growing adoption of wireless technologies in various industries is likely to be a key market trend.

Wireless Testing Market Analysis

Wireless testing service providers are essential players in the ecosystem of the wireless testing market. They ensure that devices and networks must be within the stated performance, interoperability, and security standards. In the wireless testing market ecosystem, providers offer specialized expertise and resources needed for an extensive evaluation. Anritsu Corporation, EXFO, Intertek Group Plc, and SGS SA are the key providers offering wireless testing services. These testing services employ advanced methodologies that simulate real-life environments to test and determine the way different devices interact with each other within a network. Heavy performance testing helps measure metrics such as signal strength, latency, and data throughput, all of which are vital to ensure an efficient and satisfying operation.

Manufacturers of wireless testing systems or devices develop products that meet high standards of performance, interoperability, and security. They also contribute to testing methodologies to ensure that their devices are compatible with various forms of wireless environments. The results of testing can help manufacturers implement changes in their products to meet users' needs and regulatory requirements. End users of wireless testing products provide valuable feedback and insight that help manufacturers develop and improve wireless technologies used in the products. These end users include healthcare, energy, automotive, and telecom industries. In the healthcare industry, wireless testing must be performed to use IoT devices in monitoring patients and transmitting their information for data integrity as well as patient safety. As telemedicine and electronic health records are based on wireless technology, there is a need for secure wireless networks. In the energy sector, wireless testing is utilized to provide smart grid technologies, which play a key role in establishing wireless communication for the monitoring and management of electricity distribution. The efficiency and security of the system are ensured by effective testing, thus providing energy conservation and reliability.

Wireless Testing Market Overview

The wireless testing market is witnessing rapid developments due to the rising demand for reliable wireless communication technologies across various industries. Key factors fueling the wireless testing market growth include a rapid increase in the adoption of smartphones, smart wearables, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Service offerings of wireless testing market players include network testing, device testing, and application testing to ensure and validate the functionality, reliability, and security of wireless devices and networks.

Advancements in wireless technologies, mainly associated with the roll-out of 5G networks, favor the growth of the wireless testing market. These tests contribute significantly to data speeds and latency reduction. As organizations and consumers prefer high-speed wireless communications, the need for flawless testing solutions and services to quantify the performance of networks becomes highly imperative. Smart cities are highly dependent on connected devices, and wireless testing facilitates smooth communications between different devices and systems.

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Wireless Testing Market: Strategic Insights

Market Size Value in	US$ 11,616.2 Million in 2021
Market Size Value by	US$ 17,379.7 Million by 2027
Growth rate	CAGR of 6.8% from 2021-2027
Forecast Period	2021-2027
Base Year	2021

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Wireless Testing Market Drivers and Opportunities

Rising Adoption of Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E

The adoption of Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E is creating new opportunities for the wireless testing market as these new standards introduce more complex technologies that require advanced testing solutions. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and Wi-Fi 6E extend capabilities with higher speeds, lower latency, and support for simultaneous multi-device connections. These features necessitate the testing of key parameters, such as data throughput, coverage, latency, and power efficiency, under various scenarios. Devices such as smartphones and laptops undergo multi-band and multi-user performance testing to ensure they can handle traffic from multiple access points and operate efficiently without signal interference. Also, Wi-Fi 6E benefits organizations seeking highly secure networks. The Wi-Fi Alliance has made Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 (WPA3) mandatory for all Wi-Fi 6E devices without backward compatibility for WPA2 security. These measures can increase user confidence in moving to the 6-GHz frequency band for their most trusted connections. This creates a significant opportunity for wireless testing services, as they need to validate backward compatibility and smooth interoperability across different technologies. In addition, the enhanced capacity of Wi-Fi 6/6E makes it suitable for demanding applications, such as smart factories, telemedicine, and AR/VR. However, these use cases require comprehensive testing to ensure devices can maintain stable connections under high bandwidth demands and low latency.

Government Initiatives in Wireless Testing

Governments and organizations worldwide are taking various initiatives to promote the adoption of wireless testing solutions for an array of technologies and applications. For instance, in April 2024, the US National Science Foundation (NSF) provided additional funding of US$ 7 million for the Platforms for Advanced Wireless Research (PAWR) program to augment the PAWR testbeds' capacities for testing and validation of Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) systems. This investment demonstrates NSF's commitment to fostering translational research to promote the development of advanced wireless networks across the nation. Similarly, in August 2022, with an objective to boost the 5G ecosystem within India and to achieve the objectives of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, the Government of India offered the use of an Indigenous 5G Test Bed free of cost to recognized start-ups and MSMEs for six months until January 2023. This initiative was taken to test and facilitate the speedy development and deployment of their products in the network. Therefore, with such initiatives, the wireless testing market growth is gaining momentum across the world.

The development of advanced testing equipment, such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and software-defined radios, further enhances the capability to test wireless systems. As the aerospace industry continues to evolve and embrace wireless technologies, the need for effective wireless testing gets stimulated. Automating the testing processes can help reduce the time and costs associated with manual testing, making it easier for aerospace companies to integrate comprehensive wireless testing into their workflows. Thus, the transition toward automated wireless testing in the aerospace industry is likely to trend in the market during the forecast period.

Wireless Testing Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the Wireless Testing Market analysis are offering, technology, and application.

• Based on offering, the market is segmented into equipment and service. The equipment segment dominated the market in 2023.
• In terms of technology, the market is categorized into Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, 2G/3G, 4G/LTE, and 5G. The Bluetooth segment dominated the market in 2023.
• Based on application, the market is segmented into consumer electronics, automotive, IT and telecommunication, energy and power, medical devices, aerospace and defense, industrial, and others. The IT and telecommunication segment dominated the market in 2023.

Wireless Testing Market Share Analysis by Geography

• The Wireless Testing Market is segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South & Central America. Asia Pacific dominated the market in 2023, followed by North America and Europe.
• Connectivity technologies are being developed, and upgraded technologies are being accepted across countries in Asia Pacific. 6G, the sixth-generation wireless communication technology standard, has higher frequencies, more data capacity, and noticeably lower latency than 5G networks. Therefore, it is perceived as a catalyst for India's digital transformation in the future. The convergence of digital and physical realities will become essential as wireless networks approach 6G. The Government of India intends to establish the country as a global leader in 6G technology and manufacturing by 2030 by encouraging domestic 6G research and innovation. With this, the country intends to contribute significantly to the world economy and go beyond its earlier target of attaining self-sufficiency (set under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative). China also has the upper hand in 6G technology research due to its outstanding 5G infrastructure.

Wireless Testing Market Report Scope

Wireless Testing Market News and Recent Developments

The wireless testing market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the wireless testing market are listed below:

• Viavi Solutions Inc. launched NITRO Wireless, a portfolio of solutions designed to help all ecosystem participants—equipment manufacturers, service providers, semiconductor companies, software developers, and system integrators—to accelerate technology development through smart and automated performance validation. VIAVI showcased NITRO Wireless at events worldwide, including Futurecom in São Paulo, FYUZ in Madrid, Network X in Paris, and the India Mobile Congress in New Delhi.

(Source: Viavi Solutions Inc, Press Release, October 2024)

• Anritsu Corporation introduced an option that evaluates the RF transmit and receive characteristics of 2x2 MIMO as defined in IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) for its Wireless Connectivity Test Set MT8862A (WLAN Tester). With this new expanded capability, the MT8862A supports measuring the receive sensitivity and transmit power of devices supporting Wi-Fi 7 2x2 MIMO, using the Network Mode, which allows devices to be evaluated under real-world operating conditions, thus helping to improve the communication quality of WLAN-equipped devices.

(Source: Anritsu Corporation, Press Release, October 2024)

Wireless Testing Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The "Wireless Testing Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" provides a detailed analysis of the market covering the areas mentioned below:

• Wireless testing market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
• Wireless testing market trends as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
• Detailed PEST and SWOT analysis
• Wireless testing market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
• Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the wireless testing market
• Detailed company profiles