Wireless Testing market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast. Segmented By Offerings (Equipment and Services), By Technology (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 4G/LTE, and 5G), By Application (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, and IT and Telecommunication), By Region 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 18.21 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	11.57%
Fastest Growing Segment	Wi-Fi
Largest Market	North America
Market Size (2031)	USD 35.12 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Wireless Testing Market will grow from USD 18.21 Billion in 2025 to USD 35.12 Billion by 2031 at a 11.57% CAGR. The Global Wireless Testing Market consists of equipment and services used to validate the compliance and performance of wireless devices against regulatory standards. Growth is driven by the rapid deployment of 5G infrastructure and the integration of Internet of Things capabilities which require rigorous quality assurance. This demand is reinforced by the continuous release of new hardware needing certification to ensure network interoperability. According to the Global mobile Suppliers Association, in September 2024, the number of announced 5G devices reached a total of 2,943, highlighting the immense scale of hardware requiring validation.

However, the market faces a significant obstacle regarding the high capital expenditure necessary for advanced testing instrumentation. The substantial cost of acquiring complex measurement tools limits market entry for smaller entities and restricts the scalability of operations for existing firms. This financial burden can prevent service providers from upgrading facilities quickly enough to match technological speeds, thereby potentially delaying the commercialization of new wireless solutions and impeding overall market expansion.

Key Market Drivers

The accelerated deployment of 5G and 6G network infrastructures acts as a primary catalyst for the wireless testing market. As operators transition to standalone 5G and explore sub-terahertz frequencies, the demand for high-frequency testing equipment rises. This expansion necessitates rigorous validation of base stations and massive MIMO systems to maintain signal integrity. According to Ericsson, June 2024, in the 'Ericsson Mobility Report', global 5G subscriptions grew by 160 million during the first quarter of 2024 to reach 1.7 billion. This adoption forces manufacturers to scale protocols to handle increased user loads, sustaining demand for testing solutions.

The exponential growth of the Internet of Things ecosystem further propels momentum by diversifying the devices requiring certification. IoT devices operate across various protocols that demand specialized testing for energy efficiency and interoperability. Manufacturers must validate connectivity stability for critical applications in automation and healthcare to ensure reliable performance. According to the GSMA, February 2024, in 'The Mobile Economy 2024' report, cellular IoT connections reached 3.5 billion at the end of 2023, reflecting the volume of endpoints needing verification. To support these networks, infrastructure spending remains high, influencing testing budgets. According to CTIA, in 2024, the United States wireless industry invested $30 billion into network development during the previous year.

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Key Market Challenges

The Global Wireless Testing Market encounters a substantial barrier due to the high capital expenditure required for advanced testing instrumentation. The cost of acquiring and maintaining complex measurement tools creates a difficult entry point for smaller entities and limits the operational scalability of existing firms. This financial burden restricts the ability of service providers to upgrade their facilities at a pace that matches the rapid evolution of wireless technologies. Consequently, the high cost of ownership for validation systems reduces the number of capable testing labs, potentially creating bottlenecks in the certification process for new devices.

The intensity of these financial requirements is reflected in the massive investment figures seen across the wider wireless infrastructure sector. According to CTIA, in 2024, the U.S. wireless industry reported a capital investment of $30 billion during the preceding year. This magnitude of spending highlights the expensive nature of deploying and validating network technology, which directly strains the budgets allocated for testing equipment. When companies cannot sustain these high investment levels, the commercialization of new wireless solutions is delayed, hampering the overall expansion of the market.

Key Market Trends

The integration of AI and Machine Learning in Test Automation is revolutionizing how service providers handle the increasing complexity of wireless networks. As 5G systems introduce dynamic spectrum sharing and massive MIMO configurations, traditional manual testing methods are becoming insufficient. Operators are deploying AI-driven algorithms to automatically generate test cases, predict network failures, and optimize resource allocation, thereby significantly reducing the time-to-market for new services. This shift toward intelligent automation allows for continuous testing pipelines that adapt in real-time to network changes. According to Nvidia, February 2025, in the 'State of AI in Telecommunications' report, 49 percent of telecom respondents reported actively using AI in their operations, indicating a widespread transition toward automated and intelligent network management workflows that necessitate advanced testing protocols.

Simultaneously, the market is experiencing a decisive focus on 5G Standalone (SA) and Network Slicing Validation. Moving beyond initial Non-Standalone deployments, the industry is prioritizing the certification of cloud-native 5G cores which support critical features like ultra-low latency and service isolation. This transition requires rigorous testing solutions capable of verifying end-to-end network slicing performance to ensure that specific quality of service guarantees are met for industrial and enterprise applications. The scale of this architectural shift is substantial, creating a surge in demand for specialized validation equipment. According to the Global mobile Suppliers Association, December 2025, in the 'Global 5G Investment and Deployment Trends 2025-2026' report, 181 operators in 73 countries are investing in public 5G standalone networks, underscoring the massive global requirement for infrastructure compliance and performance testing.

Segmental Insights

The Wi-Fi segment is currently recognized as the fastest growing category in the Global Wireless Testing Market, driven by the accelerating transition toward advanced connectivity standards. This expansion is fueled by the critical need to validate devices utilizing Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 technologies, which require rigorous testing to ensure seamless interoperability. As the density of smart home products and industrial Internet of Things applications increases, manufacturers must adhere to stringent certification protocols defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance. This compels companies to invest in specialized testing services to guarantee reliable performance and compliance with evolving technical requirements.

Regional Insights

North America maintains a dominant position in the Global Wireless Testing Market, primarily driven by the extensive deployment of 5G infrastructure and the rising adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The region benefits from a mature telecommunications sector and the presence of major technology firms investing in network expansion. A critical factor is the stringent regulatory environment; for instance, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States enforces rigorous compliance standards for radio frequency devices to ensure safety and interoperability. This strict framework compels manufacturers to invest in comprehensive testing solutions, reinforcing the region's market leadership.

Recent Developments

• In July 2025, Anritsu Corporation and Bluetest AB announced the joint development of a new Over-The-Air (OTA) measurement solution tailored for 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) IoT devices. This collaboration integrated Bluetest’s reverberation chamber technology with Anritsu’s MT8000A Base Station Simulator to support the specific requirements of 3GPP Release 17. The combined solution enabled efficient evaluation of critical performance metrics, such as Total Radiated Power and Total Isotropic Sensitivity, in a realistic environment. By stabilizing communication conditions during testing, the system allowed manufacturers to accurately verify the performance of low-power, compact IoT devices, such as industrial sensors and wearables, ensuring their readiness for global market expansion.
• In June 2024, Rohde & Schwarz and VIAVI Solutions expanded their strategic partnership to deliver an integrated test solution for Open Radio Units (O-RUs) in the wireless testing market. The companies combined their respective strengths, integrating Rohde & Schwarz’s vector signal generators and analyzers with the VIAVI TM500 O-RU Tester to create a seamless, automated testbed. This collaboration specifically addressed the needs of radio manufacturers competing for grants under the Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund. The joint solution provided comprehensive conformance testing and verified energy efficiency, ensuring that new open radio products met rigorous interoperability standards before commercial deployment.
• In April 2024, VIAVI Solutions publicly shared significant milestones from its 6G Forward Program, highlighting breakthrough research in artificial intelligence and digital twin technologies for future wireless networks. The company introduced a 6G city-scale digital twin, which utilized AI and machine learning to augment radio frequency propagation modeling. This development was crucial for training the industry's first AI-Native Air Interface, a concept replacing traditional signal processing with trained neural networks. Through collaboration with academic partners, the company demonstrated how these high-fidelity digital models could facilitate the experimentation of AI-driven solutions for 6G networks in a risk-free, hardware-in-the-loop environment.
• In February 2024, Keysight Technologies launched the E7515W UXM Wireless Connectivity Test Platform, a network emulation solution designed specifically for the rigorous demands of the Wi-Fi 7 market. This new platform enabled engineers to emulate hundreds of client devices and traffic simultaneously, covering complex use cases defined by the latest IEEE 802.11be standards. The solution supported critical Wi-Fi 7 features, including 4x4 MIMO and 320 MHz bandwidth, to ensure comprehensive signaling radio frequency and throughput testing. By providing inherent synchronization and higher automation, the system allowed device manufacturers to simplify test setups and accelerate their time-to-market for next-generation wireless connectivity products.

Key Market Players

• SGS Group
• Anritsu Corporation
• Bureau Veritas
• DEKRA SE
• Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.
• Anritsu Corporation
• Electro Magnetic Test, Inc.

By Offerings	By Technology	By Application	By Region
Equipment and Services	Bluetooth Wi-Fi 4G/LTE and 5G	Consumer Electronics Automotive and IT and Telecommunication	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Wireless Testing Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Wireless Testing Market, By Offerings:

• Equipment and Services

• Wireless Testing Market, By Technology:

• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi
• 4G/LTE
• and 5G

• Wireless Testing Market, By Application:

• Consumer Electronics
• Automotive
• and IT and Telecommunication

• Wireless Testing Market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE