Wireless Testing Industry Accelerates with Expanding 5G Networks and Surge in Consumer Electronics

According to the latest market research study published by P&S Intelligence, the global wireless testing market is witnessing robust expansion, valued at USD 23.12 billion in 2024 and projected to reach USD 43.10 billion by 2032, advancing at a steady CAGR of 8.22% during 2025–2032. This impressive growth is primarily fueled by the rapid deployment of 5G networks, rising demand from the consumer electronics industry, and constant technological advancements enhancing wireless testing capabilities. As connected devices become integral to day-to-day life—from smartphones and wearables to autonomous machinery—the need to validate performance, reliability, and interoperability continues to surge.

The market also benefitted from the widespread shift to remote work during the pandemic, which accelerated digital adoption and boosted the need for reliable network infrastructure. Increasing global digitization initiatives, development of next-generation telecom networks, and expanding multimedia consumption are further reinforcing the demand for wireless testing. Additionally, several countries are investing in free public Wi-Fi services, which rely heavily on rigorous testing to ensure stable coverage and high-quality user experiences.

Growing smart home adoption, rising popularity of fitness wearables, and the increasing embedding of wireless connectivity into consumer and industrial devices are shaping a future where connectivity becomes a near-universal standard. This evolution makes wireless testing indispensable to deliver safe, secure, and seamless communication across diverse applications.

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Key Insights

• The equipment category accounted for 60% share in 2024, driven by strong usage of single-box testing systems and benchtop units for evaluating smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other wireless consumer devices.
• Wireless testing services will grow faster over the forecast period due to rising internet penetration, expanding digital services, and the increasing need for network maintenance and installation assessments.
• In technology segmentation, 4G/LTE remains the largest category, supported by its 90% global penetration in 2023, especially in developing regions expanding 4G networks in the absence of 5G infrastructure.
• The 5G technology segment will grow at the fastest rate, 9.89% CAGR, propelled by applications in autonomous vehicles, telemedicine, smart manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and drone-based operations requiring low latency and high bandwidth.
• The consumer electronics segment held 38% share in 2024, attributed to rising demand for wearables and smart devices that rely on Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC, and cellular technologies for seamless functioning.
• The automotive industry will experience the fastest growth as vehicles increasingly depend on wireless connectivity for GPS navigation, V2X communication, OTA updates, and autonomous operations.
• Wireless device testing is both the largest and fastest-growing application, with a 10.34% CAGR, supported by rising M2M connectivity across healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, and infrastructure.
• North America led the market with a 40% share in 2024, enabled by high LTE penetration, advanced IoT and autonomous driving adoption, and strong 5G commercialization led by U.S. operators such as Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
• APAC will grow the fastest at 10.85% CAGR, supported by massive telecom subscriber bases, rising demand for electronics, and accelerated adoption of IoT, M2M, and smart factory technologies across China, India, and Southeast Asia.
• China and India exhibit 95% 5G geographical coverage, significantly contributing to regional demand for wireless testing across smart cities and industrial automation.
• The market is highly fragmented due to a wide range of companies offering wireless testing equipment, sensors, modules, and services tailored to 2G/3G, 4G, 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, NFC, and RFID technologies.
• Key players include Dekra SE, Bureau Veritas SA, Keysight Technologies Inc., Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, Viavi Solutions Inc., EXFO Inc., Anritsu Corporation, Intertek Group PLC, Eurofins Scientific SE, TE Connectivity Ltd., Teradyne Inc., ALifecom Technology, SGS S.A., and National Instruments Corporation.
• In February 2025, Anritsu Corporation supplied its MT8862A and MT8821C analyzers to Wellell for validating IoT connectivity in medical devices such as pressure-relief mattresses and respiratory systems.
• In February 2025, T-Mobile initiated beta testing for its satellite-based Direct-to-Cell Wi-Fi network with Starlink, enabling users of AT&T and Verizon to send free texts in underserved U.S. regions until July.
• In October 2024, Spirent Communications launched 5G fixed wireless access testing services, including live benchmarking and gateway testing aimed at telcos and electronics manufacturers.