Global Software Defined Radio Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Type;

General Purpose Radio, Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS), Cognitive/Intelligent Radio, and Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA)

By Component;

Hardware- Antenna, Transmitter, Receiver, and Others, Software, and Services

By Frequency Band;

MF/HF, VHF, UHF, and Others

By Platform;

Airborne, Naval, Land, and Space

By Application;

Commercial and Defense

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn545793452 Published Date: May, 2025 Updated Date: June, 2025

Software Defined Radio Market Overview

Software Defined Radio Market (USD Million)

Software Defined Radio Market was valued at USD 16,050.77 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 22,736.04 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.1%.


Global Software Defined Radio Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.1 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.1 %
Market Size (2024)USD 16,050.77 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 22,736.04 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages318
16,050.77
2024
22,736.04
2031

Major Players

  • Analog Devices Inc.
  • Anaren Inc.
  • BAE Systems plc.
  • Collins Aerospace Systems
  • Data Device Corporation
  • DataSoft
  • Elbit Systems Ltd.
  • Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
  • Indra Sistemas S.A.
  • L3Harris Technologies Inc.
  • Microchip Technology Inc.
  • Northrop Grumman Corporation

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Global Software Defined Radio Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Software Defined Radio (SDR) market is experiencing strong momentum as industries prioritize flexible and upgradeable communication systems. SDR technology eliminates the need for fixed hardware configurations by enabling signal modulation, waveform control, and spectrum management through software. Nearly 65% of defense communication systems undergoing modernization now rely on SDR, underlining its strategic value in high-stakes environments.

Advanced Technologies Fueling Market Expansion
The growing incorporation of cloud computing and artificial intelligence into SDR platforms is transforming their capabilities. Real-time processing and software reconfiguration are making SDRs a cornerstone in both defense and commercial communications. More than 50% of tactical network upgrades are now based on SDR frameworks, facilitating protocol agility and efficient performance improvements without replacing hardware.

Focus on Standardization and Cybersecurity
Market growth is also being shaped by efforts to standardize SDR systems and enhance data security frameworks. Around 45% of military SDR deployments now feature encryption standards designed to prevent cyber vulnerabilities. This emphasis on secure interoperability is fostering confidence across sectors, supporting seamless communication across devices and operational settings.

Commercial Adoption Gaining Traction
Adoption of SDR is rapidly extending beyond military use to sectors like public safety, aviation, and telecommunications. Approximately 40% of newly deployed public safety radio systems now leverage SDR to provide flexible, wideband communication. The ability to reprogram devices and reduce hardware dependency is a key driver, making SDR a preferred solution in increasingly dynamic operational environments.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Component
    3. Market Snapshot, By Frequency Band
    4. Market Snapshot, By Platform
    5. Market Snapshot, By Application
    6. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Software Defined Radio Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Growing Demand for Interoperable Communication Systems
        2. Rising Adoption in Military and Defense
        3. Technological Advancements
        4. Cost-Effectiveness and Flexibility
      2. Restraints
        1. Complexity of Implementation
        2. Security Concerns
        3. Regulatory Hurdles
        4. Cost Considerations
      3. Opportunities
        1. Emerging Technologies
        2. Commercial Applications:
        3. Defense Modernization Programs
        4. Satellite Communication
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Software Defined Radio Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. General Purpose Radio
      2. Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS)
      3. Cognitive/Intelligent Radio
      4. Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA)
    2. Software Defined Radio Market, By Component, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hardware
        1. Antenna
        2. Transmitter
        3. Receiver
        4. Others
      2. Software
      3. Services
    3. Software Defined Radio Market, By Frequency Band, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. MF/HF
      2. VHF
      3. UHF
      4. Others
    4. Software Defined Radio Market, By Platform, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Airborne
      2. Naval
      3. Land
      4. Space
    5. Software Defined Radio Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Commercial
      2. Defense
    6. Software Defined Radio Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Analog Devices Inc.
      2. Anaren Inc.
      3. BAE Systems plc.
      4. Collins Aerospace Systems
      5. Data Device Corporation
      6. DataSoft
      7. Elbit Systems Ltd.
      8. Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
      9. Indra Sistemas S.A.
      10. L3Harris Technologies Inc.
      11. Microchip Technology Inc.
      12. Northrop Grumman Corporation
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market