The handheld ultrasound devices market size was exhibited at USD 316.18 million in 2024 and is projected to hit around USD 553.02 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.75% during the forecast period 2025 to 2034.
The U.S. handheld ultrasound devices market size is evaluated at USD 71.1 million in 2024 and is projected to be worth around USD 124.4 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.21% from 2025 to 2034.
North America dominated the global market in 2024 with the largest share of around 29.0% by revenue. Owing to factors such as the increased use of ultrasound technology in primary care settings, easy accessibility, and high healthcare spending in countries with effective reimbursement policies. The growing incidence of chronic disorders in this region, including breast cancer, cardiovascular disorders, and neurological diseases, has created a high demand for imaging analysis. The region is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. Technological innovations and the growing incidence of chronic conditions are anticipated to propel the handheld ultrasound device market in the region.
U.S. Handheld Ultrasound Devices Market Trends
The U.S. handheld ultrasound devices market is expected to grow over the forecast period driven by aging demographic trends, advancing technologies, changing patient care strategies, and evolving epidemiological patterns. As the population ages, the demand for portable and affordable diagnostic solutions is increasing, making handheld ultrasound devices a popular choice for healthcare professionals. In addition, the emergence of new technologies is enhancing the capabilities of these devices, making them a valuable addition to healthcare practices.
Europe Handheld Ultrasound Devices Market Trends
Rising demand for healthcare devices and growing prevalence of chronic disorders & pain-associated disorders in Europe are some of the major factors anticipated to propel handheld ultrasound devices market in Europe.
The UK handheld ultrasound devices market is expected to grow at a fastest rate over the forecast period owing to technological advancements, growing awareness regrading diagnostic imaging methods and the increasing prevalence of chronic disorders.
The France handheld ultrasound devices market is expected to grow over the forecast period as it has a strong healthcare infrastructure, which meets the healthcare needs of its citizens. This favors the use of advanced handheld ultrasound devices.
The Germany handheld ultrasound devices market is expected to grow over the forecast period due to the need for advanced and efficient diagnostic devices, the presence of a sophisticated healthcare system, and a highly qualified workforce. These factors are anticipated to increase the adoption of handheld ultrasound devices in Germany and drive market growth.
Asia Pacific Handheld Ultrasound Devices Market Trends
Asia Pacific handheld ultrasound devices market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to exhibit significant growth over the forecast period. This can be attributed to rapid growth of the population and increased R&D activity in this region. In addition, there is a high need for traditional and as well as advanced devices in Asia Pacific.
Handheld ultrasound devices market in China is expected to grow owing to the changes in demographics & disease patterns and the growth of the private healthcare sector.
Japan handheld ultrasound devices market is projected to experience the fastest growth, over the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to the country's strong focus on technological innovation and Research & Development (R&D), providing an ideal environment for the advancement of handheld ultrasound devices technology.
Latin America Handheld Ultrasound Devices Market Trends
The handheld ultrasound devices market in Latin America is anticipated to undergo moderate growth throughout the forecast period. This growth is driven by several factors, including the presence of rapidly developing economies (such as Brazil & Mexico).
MEA Handheld Ultrasound Devices Market Trends
The Middle East & Africa handheld ultrasound devices market is anticipated to experience moderate growth during the forecast period owing to the increased focus of countries like Saudi Arabia and Kuwait towards enhancing their healthcare sectors.
Saudi Arabia handheld ultrasound devices market is expected to grow at a significant rate owing to technological advancements and growing awareness regarding early diagnosis by imaging devices.
Handheld ultrasound devices market in Kuwait is expected to grow owing to the favorable medical insurance and rapid adoption of advanced imaging in the country.
Report Coverage | Details |
Market Size in 2025 | USD 334.36 Million |
Market Size by 2034 | USD 553.02 Million |
Growth Rate From 2025 to 2034 | CAGR of 5.75% |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2034 |
Segments Covered | Technology, Application, End use |
Market Analysis (Terms Used) | Value (US$ Million/Billion) or (Volume/Units) |
Regional scope | North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; MEA |
Key Companies Profiled | GE HealthCare; Koninklijke Philips N.V.; Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd.; BenQ Medical Technology; CHISON Medical Technologies Co., Ltd.; Dawei Medical (Jiangsu) Corp., Ltd.; Viatom Technology Co., Ltd.; Telemed Medical Systems S.r.l.; Butterfly Network, Inc; Pulsenmore Ltd.; Leltek Inc, |
The 3D/4D ultrasound segment dominated the market with the highest revenue share of around 46.69% in 2024, and it is expected to grow at the highest compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.16% from 2025 to 2034. 3D and 4D handheld ultrasound devices are widely used in cardiovascular monitoring to determine blood flow through arteries and veins. In addition, 3D/4D units are increasingly being used in breast imaging for breast cancer screening, as they provide better visualization of the coronal plane. Therefore, the growing prevalence of cancer is likely to boost the demand for 3D/4D handheld ultrasound devices. For instance, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer in 2022 about 2,380, 189 cancer cases were observed. Also, 3D/4D ultrasound imaging is gaining acceptance in obstetrics/gynecology. These factors are expected to propel the handheld ultrasound device market during the forecast period.
The 2D ultrasound segment is also expected to grow at a significant rate from 2025 to 2034. The demand for 2D handheld ultrasound is primarily attributed to its easy user interface and affordable cost. 2D handheld ultrasound devices are more commonly used in obstetrics, cardiology, and women's health. 2D handheld ultrasound devices create black-and-white images that show the baby's skeletal structure and make internal organs visible. The frequent launch of new products that offer improved imaging, workflow, and ergonomic capabilities is anticipated to drive this segment. For instance, in August 2023, Siemens Healthineers introduced a dedicated cardiovascular ultrasound system with 2D HeartAI and 4D HeartAI robust artificial intelligence (AI) features.
The hospital segment held the largest revenue share of 43.0% in 2024. This growth can be attributed to the higher number and type of ultrasound studies performed in hospitals than in any other healthcare setting. On average, a hospital may require at least three ultrasound scanners, one dedicated to general radiology, one for obstetrics and gynecology, and one for cardiac scanning. Also, the increasing number of private hospitals to address the growing burden of chronic illness is expected to drive the demand for handheld ultrasound devices. On the other hand, handheld ultrasound is becoming one of the key diagnostic tools during emergency visits and bedside monitoring.
In October 2020, GE Healthcare partnered with St. Luke’s University Health Network-a nonprofit, fully integrated, regional, nationally recognized network providing services at 12 hospitals-to install 76 ultrasound systems. The primary clinics segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.30% from 2025 to 2034. In primary care, POCUS has been shown to increase the physician’s ability to detect heart failure accurately, improving management. It was also more sensitive to identifying pneumonia than the combined chest X-ray and clinical examination. POCUS is the benchmark of care for procedural guidance and enables the clinician to quickly recognize a variety of life-threatening entities and guide the management of hemodynamically unstable patients.
Based on application, the musculoskeletal segment dominated the market with a revenue share of 21.53% in 2024. The identification, highlighting, and measurement of tendon structures in the foot, ankle, and knee are done automatically by an Artificial Intelligence (AI) used for musculoskeletal (MSK) imaging that operates with handheld point-of-care ultrasound devices. Technological advancements in products and the launch of novel products by industry key players are boosting the industry's growth. GE HealthCare's Vscan Air offers simple patient imaging at the point of care. It assesses diseases, such as joint effusion, tendon and ligament injuries, bone fractures, and inflammation (tendonitis) across the MSK system of the body. MSK ultrasound is utilized with Vscan Air to support injury identification and guided interventions in clinics, radiology, sports medicine, outpatient settings, or everywhere necessary.
The trauma segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.21% from 2025 to 2034. Trauma physicians use point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS) as a helpful imaging method. Rapidly identifying injuries that threaten life and necessitate action is made possible by ultrasonography. A few ultrasound applications in the trauma department include obstetrics, soft tissue/MSK, abdominal ultrasonography of the right upper quadrant and appendix, and testicular and ocular ultrasonography. When traditional diagnostic techniques either take too long or put a person in more danger, ultrasonography is utilized to quickly diagnose a small number of injuries or pathologic diseases in the emergency medicine department.
This report forecasts revenue growth at country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2034. For this study, Nova one advisor, Inc. has segmented the handheld ultrasound devices market
By Technology
By Application
By End-use
By Regional