The global Wi-Fi hotspot market is projected to reach USD 2.5 billion by 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 15% during the forecast period, 2021 – 2028. The growth of the market is attributed to increasing usage of mobile data.
Wi-Fi hotspots are internet access points, which helps one connect to a Wi-Fi network through smartphone tablets or computers in the absence of a office or home network. These hotspots assist people to access internet connections faster than cellular networks.
The report on the Wi-Fi hotspot market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details |
Report Title |
Global Wi-Fi Hotspot Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2020 |
Historic Data |
2018–2019 |
Forecast Period |
2021–2028 |
Segmentation |
Components (Controllers, Gateways, and Mobile Devices), Services (Installation, Professional, Industrial, Commercial, and Consulting Service), Industry Verticals (IT & Telecom, Healthcare, Education, Transportation, Retail, and Finance), Software (Billing, Security, and Management), End-uses (Service Providers and Network Operators), and Regions |
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 |
Ericsson, Samsung Electronics Co., Cisco System., Ruckus Wireless, NovAtel, Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Sierra Wireless Inc., Franklin Wireless Corp., ZTE Corp., and NetComm Wireless Ltd |
Based on components, the global Wi-Fi hotspot market is segregated as controllers, gateways, and mobile devices. The gateways segment is projected to expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the segment is attributed to high implementation of Wi-Fi hotspots in business and residential segment. Gateways are used to offer authorization, authentication, and accounting for a wired and wireless network. Increased IP traffic and internet-enabled devices are driving the gateway devices market. Additionally, adoption of cloud-based network among several enterprises is expected to boost the market.
On the basis of services, the global Wi-Fi hotspot market is fragmented as installation, professional, industrial, commercial, and consulting service. The growth of the commercial segment is attributed to rising penetration of internet and increasing usage of smartphones and tablets across various countries in the world. The retail sector held more than 40% share of the commercial segment. Retailers are opting for Wi-Fi hotspots as a key marketing strategy to improve customer experience. Moreover, retailers are offering free Wi-Fi services to their customers to engage them and gain an edge over competitors. Internet service provided at discounted prices and unlimited data is encouraging the adoption of Wi-Fi at homes.
The industrial segment is expected to expand at a high CAGR during the forecast period. Incorporation of Wi-Fi with home automation and smart home solutions drives the segment.
In terms of industry verticals, the global Wi-Fi hotspot market is classified as IT & telecom, healthcare, education, transportation, retail, and finance. The IT & telecom segment is projected to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period.
On the basis of software, the global Wi-Fi hotspot market is segregated as billing, security, and management. The growth of the software segment is attributed to rising adoption of customized software among the consumers. Moreover, the software systems are used by organizations to track data consumption per user and create bill invoice for the user. The billing software includes the algorithms of billing cycles. Security software identifies and prevents security issues. Several networks are managed centrally by management software.
In terms of regions, the global Wi-Fi hotspot market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. The market in Asia Pacific is expected to expand at a robust CAGR during the forecast period. The market in China is projected to contribute a major share of the regional market. Growth of the market in China is attributed to high demand and low labor cost. Other regions of Asia Pacific are estimated to expand at a rapid pace, owing to advanced infrastructure, which in turn, helps generate high revenues for local manufacturers.
The global Wi-Fi hotspot market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players in the global Wi-Fi hotspot market include Ericsson, Samsung Electronics Co., Cisco System., Ruckus Wireless, NovAtel, Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Sierra Wireless Inc., Franklin Wireless Corp., ZTE Corp., and NetComm Wireless Ltd. In August 2015, Ericsson launched wireless LTE service network in island of Saipan. In August 2014, Cisco Systems launched a network for medium-sizes Wi-Fi hotspot setups.
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