Segments - Walkie Talkie Market by Types (Analog and Digital), End-users (Enterprises & Commercial, Law Enforcement & Security, Consumer/Personal Use, Government Agencies, Aerospace & Defense, and Others), Distribution Channels (Offline Channel and Online Channel), and Regions (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global walkie talkie market size was valued at USD 4.01 Billion in 2022 and is expected to surpass USD 8.36 Billion by 2031 , expanding at a CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period, 2023–2031. The growth of the market is attributed to the wide adoption of the devices by government agencies for public safety and the rising acceptance of digital radios on construction sites.
Walkie talkies are handheld portable radio and wireless devices primarily designed to use for short-range communication between the two ends. The battery-operated radio operates using a specific radio wave or range, which allow users to communicate even in remote areas that have limited or restricted mobile network. The average radio wave of a walkie talkie ranges around 5 miles but some devices have a maximum capacity that ranges up to 36 miles. With the technology innovation, some devices offer better facilities such as advanced functionality, better audio quality, and longer battery life.
Some devices such as police radios are well equipped with advanced components such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, long-term evolution (LTE), and GPS to ensure better communication or connection. These radio devices are widely used by various public and private organizations to respond to the emergency situation and security-related activities. Moreover, civilians can use walkie talkie for their personal use or other purposes. One key aspect of the rising adoption of the devices is that the prices of walkie talkies are relatively lower than mobile phones and are better alternatives for short-range communication.
The COVID-19 pandemic had adversely affected the global walkie talkie market due to sudden disruption in the supply chain, impacted by emergency lockdowns globally. The disruption in the supply chain forced manufacturers to reduce the volume of their production, which largely hampered the overall production facilities. Moreover, the prolonged shutdown of various business service sectors such as airports, malls, hospitals, hotels, and restaurants had limited the demand for walkie talkie worldwide.
Rapid introduction of digital radios having better performance and certain advantages over analog devices present a key factor driving the market.
Wide use of walkie talkies by security agencies across various industries for the safety of business premises is expected to boost the market during the forecast period.
Increasing events regarding geopolitical issues such as border disputes and the rising use of the devices by security personnel for their military missions further fuel the market.
Issues regarding the limited bandwidth act as a major restraining factor that can hinder the market in the coming years.
Integration of advanced technologies such as LTE and Bluetooth in walkie talkies as well as wide R&D programs by key payers to develop innovative devices are offering several growth opportunities for the market.
The report on the global walkie talkie market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Walkie Talkie Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Types (Analog and Digital), End-users (Enterprises & Commercial, Law Enforcement & Security, Consumer/Personal Use, Government Agencies, Aerospace & Defense, and Others), and Distribution Channels (Offline Channel and Online Channel) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Entel UK Ltd.; Icom Inc.; Motorola Solution, Inc.; Tait Communications; Hytera Communications Corporation Limited; Midland Radio Mossy Oak; Yaesu USA; Cobra Electronics; JVCKENWOOD Corporation; Kirisun Communication Co., Ltd.; Fujian Baofeng Electronics Co., Ltd.; Shenzhen HQT Science & Technology Co., Ltd.; and Uniden Holdings Corporation; Garmin Ltd. |
Based on types, the global walkie talkie market is bifurcated into analog and digital. The analog segment held a dominant market share in 2021 and is expected to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period owing to the wide use of the device type among security personnel in event management, hospitals, and malls. On the other hand, the digital segment is projected to register a steady growth rate in the coming years owing to users’ preference for advanced features in walkie talkies. Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) and Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) are key technologies that offer several facilities and advantages over analog devices.
In terms of end-users, the market is segmented into enterprises & commercial, law enforcement & security, consumer/personal use, government agencies, aerospace & defense, and others. However, the enterprises & commercial segment accounted for a major market share in 2021 and is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years due to the increasing adoption of walkie talkies by various commercial organizations and business enterprises. On the other hand, the government agencies segment is anticipated to exhibit a robust CAGR during the forecast period due to high spending from government agencies for public safety and disaster prevention.
On the basis of distribution channels, the global walkie talkie market is bifurcated into offline channel and online channel. The offline segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period owing to the wide availability of specialized stores for the devices and high discount offers for bulk purchases by the B2B sales channels. On the other hand, the online segment is anticipated to constitute a key market share in the coming years owing to the rapid expansion of e-commerce platforms and the wide availability of the devices on the platforms at discounted prices.
In terms of regions, the market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America held a major market share in 2021 and is expected to dominate the market during the projected period owing to the early adoption of advanced communication technology and rising acceptance of digital transformation. The rapid expansion of several industries and rising construction activities in the region further boost the regional market.
The global walkie talkie market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players competing in the global walkie talkie market are Entel UK Ltd.; Icom Inc.; Motorola Solution, Inc.; Tait Communications; Hytera Communications Corporation Limited; Midland Radio Mossy Oak; Yaesu USA; Cobra Electronics; JVCKENWOOD Corporation; Kirisun Communication Co., Ltd.; Fujian Baofeng Electronics Co., Ltd.; Shenzhen HQT Science & Technology Co., Ltd.; Uniden Holdings Corporation; and Garmin Ltd. Some of these players have adopted a series of business development strategies including merger and acquisition, entering into partnerships and collaboration, product launches, and production capacity expansion to expand their consumer base and enhance their market share.
The global walkie talkie market size was valued at USD 3.7 billion in 2021 and is expected to surpass USD 7.1 billion by 2030.
The enterprises & commercial segment accounted for a major market share in 2021 and is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years.
The key drivers of the market include the wide adoption of the devices by government agencies for public safety and rising acceptance of digital radios in construction sites.
North America is likely to dominate the market during the forecast period.
The key players of the market are Entel UK Ltd.; Icom Inc.; Motorola Solution, Inc.; Tait Communications; Hytera Communications Corporation Limited; Midland Radio Mossy Oak; Yaesu USA; Cobra Electronics; JVCKENWOOD Corporation; and Kirisun Communication Co., Ltd.