The infrared thermometers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.25 billion in 2025 to $2.46 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand for non-invasive diagnostics, expansion of healthcare screening programs, growing adoption in veterinary practices, increased availability of handheld diagnostic devices, rising awareness of infection control.
The infrared thermometers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.48 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for connected medical devices, expansion of telehealth and remote monitoring, growing adoption in home healthcare settings, rising focus on continuous patient monitoring, increasing integration with digital health platforms. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of contactless temperature measurement, rising use of smart infrared thermometers, growing demand for multi-mode measurement devices, expansion of clinical and home-based monitoring, enhanced focus on accuracy and calibration standards.
A rise in the number of COVID-19 cases is anticipated to support the growth of the infrared thermometer sector in the coming period. COVID-19 is a highly infectious respiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. The term COVID-19 cases refers to individuals who have been confirmed to be infected through laboratory testing of respiratory samples, including nasopharyngeal swabs or saliva specimens. Infrared thermometers are widely used during COVID-19 outbreaks for non-contact body temperature checks and fever detection. These devices enable rapid measurement while delivering a high level of accuracy for screening individuals affected by COVID-19. For example, in October 2024, according to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a national public health agency, COVID-19-related adult hospitalizations reached 40,761 between October 2023 and April 2024, reflecting the continued burden of the disease across the country. As a result, the growing number of COVID-19 cases is contributing to the expansion of the infrared thermometer market.
Leading companies in the infrared thermometer market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as Bluetooth-enabled infrared thermometers, to gain a competitive advantage. These advanced infrared thermometers offer quick and accurate results while enabling patients to automatically transmit their data to healthcare professionals. For example, in July 2023, Tenovi Co., a US-based innovator in remote patient monitoring solutions, launched a cellular-enabled infrared thermometer. This medical device employs Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) technology, allowing patients to automatically send real-time temperature readings to their healthcare providers. This functionality enables clinicians to utilize real-time temperature data for faster and more informed decision-making. The Tenovi thermometer delivers rapid temperature measurements in just one second and sends alerts to healthcare professionals, ensuring timely and effective care for patients in both postoperative and chronic care situations.
In October 2023, Pixsys Srl, an automation company based in Italy, formed a partnership with Calex Electronics Ltd to enhance non-contact temperature measurement solutions. This collaboration combines Calex's infrared sensors, which are suitable for various industrial applications, with Pixsys's instrumentation for effective temperature visualization and control. The integration aims to deliver efficient and reliable temperature detection across multiple sectors, including food processing, pharmaceuticals, and metalworking. Calex Electronics Ltd is a UK-based company specializing in infrared thermometers.
Major companies operating in the infrared thermometers market are OMRON Corporation, Braun GmbH, OMEGA Engineering Inc., HORIBA Ltd., PCE Deutschland GmbH, Weiss Instruments LLC, Thermomedics Inc., Microlife Corporation, Contec Medical Systems Co. Ltd., Fluke Corporation, Optris GmbH, Exergen Corporation, Geratherm Medical AG, PAUL HARTMANN AG, BPL Medical Technologies, American Diagnostic Corporation, Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd., General Tools & Instruments LLC, Hioki E.E. Corporation, Etekcity Corporation, Extech Instruments Corporation, Flir Systems Inc., Helect Inc., HoldPeak Electric Co. Ltd., iHealth Labs Inc., Infrared Cameras Inc., Kizen LLC, Klein Tools Inc., Lasergrip Technologies LLC.
North America was the largest region in the infrared thermometers market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the infrared thermometers market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the infrared thermometers market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the infrared thermometers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Tariffs are influencing the infrared thermometers market by increasing costs of imported sensors, optical lenses, electronic components, and microchips used in handheld and fixed-mount devices. Medical and veterinary segments in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported precision components, while Asia-Pacific faces pricing pressure on device exports. These tariffs are raising retail prices and slowing replacement cycles. However, they are also encouraging local sensor manufacturing, regional assembly, and development of cost-efficient thermometer designs.
The infrared thermometers market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides infrared thermometers market statistics, including infrared thermometers industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a infrared thermometers market share, detailed infrared thermometers market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the infrared thermometers industry. This infrared thermometers market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
An infrared thermometer is a sensor consisting of a lens that concentrates infrared (IR) energy onto a detector. This detector then transforms the energy into an electrical signal, which, after correction for ambient temperature variations, can be displayed in temperature units.
The primary products within the category of infrared thermometers include handheld infrared thermometers, pocket infrared thermometers, and fixed-mount infrared thermometers. Handheld infrared thermometers serve as temperature-sensing devices utilized across various industries and environments. They use electromagnetic radiation to obtain non-contact surface temperature readings and are employed at measurement points such as the ear, forehead, and multifunctionally for diverse applications in medical and veterinary fields. These thermometers are made available through retail stores and online channels for use by hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and other end-users.
The infrared thermometers market consists of sales of medical ear thermometers, canopy temperature thermometers, mercury axillary thermometers, and radiation coefficient thermometers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
The infrared thermometers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.48 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for connected medical devices, expansion of telehealth and remote monitoring, growing adoption in home healthcare settings, rising focus on continuous patient monitoring, increasing integration with digital health platforms. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of contactless temperature measurement, rising use of smart infrared thermometers, growing demand for multi-mode measurement devices, expansion of clinical and home-based monitoring, enhanced focus on accuracy and calibration standards.
A rise in the number of COVID-19 cases is anticipated to support the growth of the infrared thermometer sector in the coming period. COVID-19 is a highly infectious respiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. The term COVID-19 cases refers to individuals who have been confirmed to be infected through laboratory testing of respiratory samples, including nasopharyngeal swabs or saliva specimens. Infrared thermometers are widely used during COVID-19 outbreaks for non-contact body temperature checks and fever detection. These devices enable rapid measurement while delivering a high level of accuracy for screening individuals affected by COVID-19. For example, in October 2024, according to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a national public health agency, COVID-19-related adult hospitalizations reached 40,761 between October 2023 and April 2024, reflecting the continued burden of the disease across the country. As a result, the growing number of COVID-19 cases is contributing to the expansion of the infrared thermometer market.
Leading companies in the infrared thermometer market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as Bluetooth-enabled infrared thermometers, to gain a competitive advantage. These advanced infrared thermometers offer quick and accurate results while enabling patients to automatically transmit their data to healthcare professionals. For example, in July 2023, Tenovi Co., a US-based innovator in remote patient monitoring solutions, launched a cellular-enabled infrared thermometer. This medical device employs Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) technology, allowing patients to automatically send real-time temperature readings to their healthcare providers. This functionality enables clinicians to utilize real-time temperature data for faster and more informed decision-making. The Tenovi thermometer delivers rapid temperature measurements in just one second and sends alerts to healthcare professionals, ensuring timely and effective care for patients in both postoperative and chronic care situations.
In October 2023, Pixsys Srl, an automation company based in Italy, formed a partnership with Calex Electronics Ltd to enhance non-contact temperature measurement solutions. This collaboration combines Calex's infrared sensors, which are suitable for various industrial applications, with Pixsys's instrumentation for effective temperature visualization and control. The integration aims to deliver efficient and reliable temperature detection across multiple sectors, including food processing, pharmaceuticals, and metalworking. Calex Electronics Ltd is a UK-based company specializing in infrared thermometers.
Major companies operating in the infrared thermometers market are OMRON Corporation, Braun GmbH, OMEGA Engineering Inc., HORIBA Ltd., PCE Deutschland GmbH, Weiss Instruments LLC, Thermomedics Inc., Microlife Corporation, Contec Medical Systems Co. Ltd., Fluke Corporation, Optris GmbH, Exergen Corporation, Geratherm Medical AG, PAUL HARTMANN AG, BPL Medical Technologies, American Diagnostic Corporation, Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd., General Tools & Instruments LLC, Hioki E.E. Corporation, Etekcity Corporation, Extech Instruments Corporation, Flir Systems Inc., Helect Inc., HoldPeak Electric Co. Ltd., iHealth Labs Inc., Infrared Cameras Inc., Kizen LLC, Klein Tools Inc., Lasergrip Technologies LLC.
North America was the largest region in the infrared thermometers market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the infrared thermometers market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the infrared thermometers market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the infrared thermometers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Tariffs are influencing the infrared thermometers market by increasing costs of imported sensors, optical lenses, electronic components, and microchips used in handheld and fixed-mount devices. Medical and veterinary segments in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported precision components, while Asia-Pacific faces pricing pressure on device exports. These tariffs are raising retail prices and slowing replacement cycles. However, they are also encouraging local sensor manufacturing, regional assembly, and development of cost-efficient thermometer designs.
The infrared thermometers market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides infrared thermometers market statistics, including infrared thermometers industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a infrared thermometers market share, detailed infrared thermometers market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the infrared thermometers industry. This infrared thermometers market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
An infrared thermometer is a sensor consisting of a lens that concentrates infrared (IR) energy onto a detector. This detector then transforms the energy into an electrical signal, which, after correction for ambient temperature variations, can be displayed in temperature units.
The primary products within the category of infrared thermometers include handheld infrared thermometers, pocket infrared thermometers, and fixed-mount infrared thermometers. Handheld infrared thermometers serve as temperature-sensing devices utilized across various industries and environments. They use electromagnetic radiation to obtain non-contact surface temperature readings and are employed at measurement points such as the ear, forehead, and multifunctionally for diverse applications in medical and veterinary fields. These thermometers are made available through retail stores and online channels for use by hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical centers, and other end-users.
The infrared thermometers market consists of sales of medical ear thermometers, canopy temperature thermometers, mercury axillary thermometers, and radiation coefficient thermometers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Infrared Thermometers Market Characteristics
3. Infrared Thermometers Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Infrared Thermometers Market Trends and Strategies
5. Infrared Thermometers Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Infrared Thermometers Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Infrared Thermometers Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Infrared Thermometers Market Segmentation
10. Infrared Thermometers Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Infrared Thermometers Market
12. China Infrared Thermometers Market
13. India Infrared Thermometers Market
14. Japan Infrared Thermometers Market
15. Australia Infrared Thermometers Market
16. Indonesia Infrared Thermometers Market
17. South Korea Infrared Thermometers Market
18. Taiwan Infrared Thermometers Market
19. South East Asia Infrared Thermometers Market
20. Western Europe Infrared Thermometers Market
21. UK Infrared Thermometers Market
22. Germany Infrared Thermometers Market
23. France Infrared Thermometers Market
24. Italy Infrared Thermometers Market
25. Spain Infrared Thermometers Market
26. Eastern Europe Infrared Thermometers Market
27. Russia Infrared Thermometers Market
28. North America Infrared Thermometers Market
29. USA Infrared Thermometers Market
30. Canada Infrared Thermometers Market
31. South America Infrared Thermometers Market
32. Brazil Infrared Thermometers Market
33. Middle East Infrared Thermometers Market
34. Africa Infrared Thermometers Market
36. Infrared Thermometers Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Infrared Thermometers Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Infrared Thermometers Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
List of Tables
Executive Summary
Infrared Thermometers Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses infrared thermometers market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for infrared thermometers? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The infrared thermometers market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Report Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Handheld Infrared Thermometers; Pocket Infrared Thermometers; Fixed Mount Infrared Thermometers2) By Distribution Channel: Retail Stores; Online Channels
3) By End User: Hospital And Clinics; Ambulatory Surgical Centers; Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Handheld Infrared Thermometers: General Purpose Handheld Thermometers; Laser-Centered Handheld Thermometers2) By Pocket Infrared Thermometers: Compact Pocket Models; Digital Pocket Infrared Thermometers
3) By Fixed Mount Infrared Thermometers: Industrial Fixed Mount Thermometers; Medical Fixed Mount Thermometers
Companies Mentioned: OMRON Corporation; Braun GmbH; OMEGA Engineering Inc.; HORIBA Ltd.; PCE Deutschland GmbH; Weiss Instruments LLC; Thermomedics Inc.; Microlife Corporation; Contec Medical Systems Co. Ltd.; Fluke Corporation; Optris GmbH; Exergen Corporation; Geratherm Medical AG; PAUL HARTMANN AG; BPL Medical Technologies; American Diagnostic Corporation; Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd.; General Tools & Instruments LLC; Hioki E.E. Corporation; Etekcity Corporation; Extech Instruments Corporation; Flir Systems Inc.; Helect Inc.; HoldPeak Electric Co. Ltd.; iHealth Labs Inc.; Infrared Cameras Inc.; Kizen LLC; Klein Tools Inc.; Lasergrip Technologies LLC
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Infrared Thermometers market report include:- OMRON Corporation
- Braun GmbH
- OMEGA Engineering Inc.
- HORIBA Ltd.
- PCE Deutschland GmbH
- Weiss Instruments LLC
- Thermomedics Inc.
- Microlife Corporation
- Contec Medical Systems Co. Ltd.
- Fluke Corporation
- Optris GmbH
- Exergen Corporation
- Geratherm Medical AG
- PAUL HARTMANN AG
- BPL Medical Technologies
- American Diagnostic Corporation
- Electronic Temperature Instruments Ltd.
- General Tools & Instruments LLC
- Hioki E.E. Corporation
- Etekcity Corporation
- Extech Instruments Corporation
- Flir Systems Inc.
- Helect Inc.
- HoldPeak Electric Co. Ltd.
- iHealth Labs Inc.
- Infrared Cameras Inc.
- Kizen LLC
- Klein Tools Inc.
- Lasergrip Technologies LLC
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | February 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 2.46 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 3.48 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 9.1% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 30 |
