Acoustic Wave Sensor Market Report 2026

The acoustic wave sensor market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.51 billion in 2025 to $1.71 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing industrial automation, increasing environmental monitoring needs, rising healthcare diagnostic applications, demand for precision pressure and temperature sensors, adoption of wireless sensing networks.

The acoustic wave sensor market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.77 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to advancements in smart wearable devices, integration with AI and iot ecosystems, rising demand in automotive sensing applications, development of multifunctional acoustic sensors, expansion in healthcare monitoring and remote diagnostics. Major trends in the forecast period include miniaturized sensor designs, high-sensitivity acoustic sensors, multi-parameter sensing solutions, integration with wearable & portable devices, wireless and remote sensing capabilities.

The increasing production of long-term evolution (LTE), 4G, and 5G devices is expected to drive the growth of the acoustic wave sensor market in the coming years. LTE, 4G, and 5G technologies offer high-speed data transfer, greater network capacity, and low latency, enabling smoother and enhanced mobile connectivity. This growth in device production is fueled by rising consumer demand for faster and more reliable wireless communication and the widespread adoption of connected smart devices. Acoustic wave sensors contribute to LTE, 4G, and 5G devices by providing precise signal filtering and frequency control, which ensures faster and more dependable wireless communication. These sensors improve network performance and minimize interference, supporting seamless connectivity in advanced mobile networks. For example, according to 5G Americas, a US-based nonprofit trade organization, global 5G connections reached 1.76 billion in 2023 - a 66% increase - and are projected to grow to 7.9 billion by 2028. Thus, the growing production of LTE, 4G, and 5G devices is propelling the acoustic wave sensor market.

Leading companies in the acoustic wave sensor market are focusing on incorporating advanced physics principles, such as passive parity-time (PT) symmetry, to boost sensor sensitivity, enhance signal-to-noise ratios, and achieve more accurate detection in complex environments. Passive PT symmetry is a physics concept where a system balances energy loss and gain without external input, leading to improved signal sensitivity and stability. For instance, in April 2025, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), a national university in China, developed an innovative surface acoustic wave sensor based on exceptional points in a passive PT symmetric system. This breakthrough greatly enhances sensor sensitivity and speed, enabling ultra-precise and rapid detection of gases like hydrogen sulfide at very low concentrations while exhibiting strong resistance to environmental interference.

In February 2024, Sandvik AB, a Sweden-based manufacturing technology company, acquired pro micron GmbH for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Sandvik aims to enhance its technological capabilities and reinforce its position in the high-growth sensorized tools and automation segment. Pro micron GmbH is a Germany-based technology company that provides acoustic wave sensors.

Major companies operating in the acoustic wave sensor market are Broadcom Inc., Texas Instruments Incorporated, STMicoelectronics N.V., TDK Corporation, Infineon Technologies AG, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Analog Devices Inc., Skyworks Solutions Inc., Qorvo Inc., BeStar Technologies Inc., AIRMAR Technology Corporation, NanoTemper Technologies GmbH, JASCO Applied Sciences, Abracon LLC, Hawk Measurement Systems, Automation Products Group Inc., Sensor Technology Ltd., SAW Components Dresden GmbH, Senix Corporation, A D Metro Inc., DJB Instruments Ltd., Precision Acoustics Ltd., Sonair, Transense Technologies, AWSensors, H. Heinz Meßwiderstände GmbH, Vectron International Inc.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the acoustic wave sensor market by increasing the cost of imported semiconductor materials, precision components, and sensor manufacturing equipment. Regions like Asia-Pacific, especially China and Taiwan, which are major manufacturing hubs, are most affected, particularly in industrial and automotive sensing segments. While the tariffs have created cost pressures, they have also encouraged local manufacturing investments and innovation in efficient sensor technologies, helping companies reduce dependence on imports and improve regional supply chain resilience.

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An acoustic wave sensor is a device that utilizes acoustic waves, usually surface or bulk waves, to detect alterations in a material or its environment. It transforms physical, chemical, or biological changes occurring on its surface into measurable electrical signals. The primary function of this sensor is to monitor parameters like pressure, temperature, humidity, or chemical concentrations with high accuracy and sensitivity.

The primary categories of acoustic wave sensors include bulk acoustic wave, surface acoustic wave, and other types. Bulk acoustic wave (BAW) technology involves acoustic waves traveling through the interior of a material to filter and handle high-frequency signals, commonly found in radio frequency (RF) components. Depending on the sensing parameter, these sensors are classified as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, viscosity sensors, among others. They are also integrated into various devices such as resonators, delay lines, holographic television, holographic telepresence, and more. Acoustic wave sensors find applications in industrial process monitoring, environmental monitoring, healthcare monitoring, wireless sensing networks, and other fields, serving key end users like healthcare, automotive, industrial, food and beverages, environment, defense, and others.North America was the largest region in the acoustic wave sensor market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the acoustic wave sensor market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the acoustic wave sensor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The acoustic wave sensor market consists of sales of piezoelectric substrates, interdigital transducers, oscillator circuits, and protective casings. 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.

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