Power Over Ethernet Market Report 2026

The power over ethernet market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $2.56 billion in 2025 to $3.23 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased deployment of voip phones, growth in ip camera installations, adoption of wireless access points, expansion of led lighting systems, rising commercial building connectivity requirements.

The power over ethernet market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.13 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in smart home and smart office automation, expansion of industrial iot networks, increasing demand for high-power poe devices, integration with cloud-managed networks, rising need for energy-efficient network solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of high-power poe solutions (up to 100w), integration with smart building automation systems, energy-efficient and low-loss cabling solutions, remote monitoring and management of poe networks, support for next-generation devices and iot endpoints.

The rising adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is expected to drive the growth of the power over Ethernet market. IoT devices refer to a network of interconnected devices, such as smartphones, sensors, wearables, smart home devices, and security cameras, that communicate and exchange data over the internet without human intervention. The demand for IoT-connected devices is increasing due to the need for real-time data, as they enhance efficiency, enable remote monitoring, and support smarter decision-making across industries. Power over Ethernet (PoE) supports IoT device adoption by delivering both power and data over a single cable, simplifying installation and reducing infrastructure costs. It enables seamless connectivity for smart sensors, cameras, and access points, improving efficiency and allowing faster deployment of IoT ecosystems. For example, in September 2024, according to IoT Analytics, a Germany-based research firm focused on IoT market insights, the number of connected IoT devices reached 16.6 billion in 2023, reflecting a 15% increase from 14.4 billion in 2022. Therefore, the rising adoption of IoT devices is driving the growth of the power over Ethernet market.

Key companies in the power over Ethernet market are focusing on developing advanced products, such as high-density PoE switches, to enhance network capacity, improve connectivity, and simplify device powering infrastructure. High-density PoE switches refer to network hardware that provides both data connection and electrical power over a single Ethernet cable to a large number of devices simultaneously, such as access points, security cameras, and IoT sensors. For instance, in January 2025, Lantronix, a California-based provider of secure networking and IoT connectivity solutions, introduced the 28-port SM24TBT4XPA Managed 2.5G Ethernet PoE++ Switch. The switch is designed for high-performance environments requiring substantial bandwidth and power, featuring 24 2.5 Gigabit PoE++ ports and four additional 1G SFP fiber uplink ports. It provides robust power and high-speed connectivity for a wide range of demanding devices, such as next-generation Wi-Fi 6/7 access points, advanced PTZ cameras, and access control systems. It also includes advanced management and security features such as VLAN, QoS, and static routing, enabling seamless network integration and centralized control of connected endpoints without requiring separate power supplies.

In August 2023, discoverIE Group plc, a UK-based designer and manufacturer of customized industrial electronic components, acquired Silvertel (Silver Telecom Limited) for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, discoverIE aims to strengthen its Magnetics & Controls division and expand its presence in the PoE module domain by integrating Silvertel’s advanced connectivity technologies. Silvertel is a UK-based designer and manufacturer specializing in innovative PoE modules and electronic connectivity solutions.

Major companies operating in the power over ethernet market are Dell Technologies Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Cisco Systems Inc., Broadcom Inc., Hewlett-Packard Development Company L.P., Texas Instruments Incorporated, STMicroelectronics N.V., Analog Devices Inc., Microchip Technology Inc., ON Semiconductor Corporation, CommScope, Belden Inc., Avaya LLC, Advantech Co. Ltd., Monolithic Power Systems Inc., Axis Communications AB, Silicon Laboratories Inc., NETGEAR 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 affected the power over ethernet market by increasing costs of network controllers, ICs, and PoE-capable switches, with Asia-Pacific regions such as China and Taiwan being most impacted due to their role as major suppliers. Segments like high-power PoE solutions and industrial-grade PoE controllers face higher cost pressures. While tariffs may slow deployment and raise equipment costs, they also encourage local manufacturing, innovation in energy-efficient PoE devices, and diversification of sourcing strategies.

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Power over Ethernet refers to a technology that allows the transmission of both electrical power and data through a single Ethernet cable, simplifying network installation and reducing wiring complexity. It enables the efficient operation of connected devices such as cameras, access points, and lighting systems without requiring separate power supplies. This technology improves energy management, lowers installation costs, and supports smart connectivity across various digital infrastructures.

The key types of power over Ethernet (PoE) are power sourcing equipment controllers and integrated circuits (ICs), and powered device controllers and integrated circuits (ICs). These refer to electronic components that manage and deliver electrical power over Ethernet cables to connected devices. The power-to-port classifications include up to 15.4W, up to 30W, up to 60W, and up to 100W. The key applications include connectivity, security and access control, infotainment, LED lighting and control, and others, serving end uses such as commercial, industrial, and residential.North America was the largest region in the power over ethernet market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the power over ethernet market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the power over ethernet market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The power over ethernet market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as network design and integration, installation and maintenance, energy management, remote monitoring and diagnostics services, and consulting and customization services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The power over ethernet (PoE) market also includes sales of PoE network switches, PoE injectors and splitters, PoE adapters, PoE extenders, and PoE smart hubs. 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.

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