Hospital Beds Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Acute Care Beds, Rehabilitative Care Beds, Long-Term Care Beds, and Other Hospital Beds), By Function (Manual and Electric), By Application (Intensive and Non-intensive), By End-user (Hospitals, Long-Term Care Centers, Acute Care Facilities, and Others), and Regional Forecast till 2032

The global hospital beds market is expanding owing to the growing prevalence of chronic diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, arthritis, and others and increasing hospital admissions across the world. Hospital beds are specialized types of beds utilized in the healthcare settings to house patients requiring medical care. These beds are used in hospitals and other healthcare settings such as nursing homes and outpatient clinics.

• For example, as per data provided by the British Heart Foundation in September 2024, 7.6 million people in the U.K. were living with heart and circulatory diseases in 2023.

Furthermore, the growing strategic initiatives by market players, such as product launches, collaborations, and acquisitions, are additional factors driving market growth throughout the forecast period.

• For instance, in August 2022, Indian-connected health device manufacturer Dozee entered into a partnership with Midmark India to launch a connected bed platform for non-ICU settings.

Hospital Beds Market Driver

High Burden of Chronic Disorders to Drive Market Growth

The rising prevalence of chronic disorders, including diabetes, cancer, and others across the globe, increases hospital admission and necessitates the demand for specialized beds, driving market growth.

• For example, according to information from the World Health Organization (WHO), in February 2024, there were approximately 20.0 million new cancer cases and 9.7 million deaths in 2022. Approximately 53.5 million individuals were living five years after being diagnosed with cancer.
• According to information released by the IDF Diabetes Atlas in December 2021, around 1 in 10 (537.0) million adults were living with diabetes in 2021 across the globe. This number is anticipated to rise to 643.0 million by 2030 and 783.0 million by the end of 2045.

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According to IDF Diabetes Atlas 10th edition, published in December 2021, around 23.7 million people (aged 20-79) were living with diabetes in the U.S. in 2021. This number is projected to increase to 36.3 million by 2045.

Hospital Beds Market Restraint

Increasing Product Recalls to Hinder Market Growth

The increasing recall of hospital beds and related accessories by government authorities due to safety issues is one of the main factors restricting market growth throughout the forecast period.

• For instance, in November 2024, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled more than 200,000 adult portable bed rails manufactured by Medical King of Brooklyn, New York. The safety commission announced that these devices are behind the suffocation deaths of 18 people since 2021.
• Similarly, in November 2022, the U.S. health regulator classified the recall of hospital bed systems by Baxter as the most serious type, as it could lead to life-threatening injuries or death.

Therefore, such frequent product recalls create concerns regarding the safety of patients, slowing down market growth over the forecast period.

Hospital Beds Market Opportunity

Growing Demand for Hospital Beds in Developing Nations Can Create a Growth Opportunity for Market Players

The healthcare infrastructure is expanding significantly in developing countries, necessitating the demand for hospital beds, which can create an opportunity for market players to expand their product offerings in the global market. 

• For instance, in January 2021, Godrej Interio launched a unique range of platform beds for hospitals in India. The Acura range of hospital beds is a unique concept where the customer can upgrade their existing manual Acura bed to motorized functions.

Moreover, several market players are actively involved in providing specialized beds for healthcare facilities, driving market growth during the forecast period.

Segmentation

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Prevalence of Key Chronic Diseases, By Key Countries, 2023
• Statistics: Hospital Admissions, By Key Countries, 2023
• Statistics: Total Number of Hospitals, By Key Countries, 2023
• Statistics: Total Number of Hospital Beds, By Key Countries, 2023
• Pricing, by Key Brands/ Key Players, 2023
• New Product Launches, By Key Players
• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships)
• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

Analysis by Type

Based on type, the global market is segmented into acute care beds, rehabilitative care beds, long-term care beds, and other hospital beds.

The long-term care beds segment held a substantial market share in 2024 due to the increasing product launches for long-term care beds.

• For example, in January 2024, Joerns Healthcare announced the launch of new long-term care beds, namely EasyCare and UltraCare beds, in the global market.

Analysis by Function

Based on function, the hospital beds market is divided into manual and electric.

The electric segment is anticipated to grow significanty over 2025-2032, owing to increasing product launches in the global market. Furthermore, the ease and comfort provided by the electric beds boost their adoption and drive segmental growth during the forecast period.

• For instance, in August 2021, LINET announced the global launch of its fully electric bed, Multicare X, at the International Symposium on Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine (ISICEM) 2021.

Analysis by Application

Based on application, the global hospital beds market is divided into intensive and non-intensive.

The intensive segment is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR throughout the forecast period. The growing focus of market players on the launch of medical beds, which can be used in intensive care units, is one of the main factors driving segmental growth from 2025-2032.

• For example, in March 2023, Stryker announced the launch of the SmartMedic platform at the 29th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine in Indore, India. This patient care platform was designed to enhance existing ICU bed capabilities at hospitals.

Analysis by End-user

Based on end-user, the market is categorized into hospitals, long-term care centers, acute care facilities, and others.

The hospitals segment is expected to hold a major market share over 2025 to 2032. The opening of new hospitals requiring all medical facilities, including hospital beds, is one of the main factors driving segmental growth throughout the forecast period.

• For instance, in November 2024, Apollo Hospital announced its plan to open a new 500-bed hospital in Mumbai, India. Additionally, it also plans to expand its existing hospital facility in Lucknow to 500 beds.

Regional Analysis

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Based on region, the market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America accounted for a major share of the global market in 2024 and is expected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2025-2032. The growing focus of market players on the launch of novel hospital beds is one of the main factors driving the regional market growth. Additionally, the opening of new hospitals and expansion of existing healthcare facilities is anticipated to boost the North America hospital beds market growth.

• For instance, as per data provided by the American Hospital Association in January 2024, the number of hospitals in 2020 in the U.S. was 6,090, which increased to 6,120 in 2023.

Furthermore, the presence of key market players in the region, such as Baxter, Stryker, Amico Group of Companies, and Amico Group of Companies, providing novel hospital beds, is an additional factor boosting the market growth in North America.

Europe accounted for a moderate market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a considerable CAGR during the forecast period. The high burden of chronic diseases, including cancer, neurological disorders, diabetes, and others, is one of the major factors boosting the market growth in Europe.

Key Players Covered

The global hospital beds market consists of companies such as Stryker, Baxter, LINET, Arjo, and Amico Group of Companies, among others.

The report includes the profiles of the following key players:

• Stryker (U.S.)
• Baxter (U.S.)
• Arjo (Sweden)
• Invacare Corporation (U.S.)
• Medline Industries, LP. (U.S.)
• Amico Group of Companies (Canada)
• LINET (Netherlands)
• Tychemed (India)

Key Industry Developments

• In June 2023, Baxter announced the launch of its new Hillrom Progressa+ bed for the intensive care units in the U.S. market.
• In February 2021, Stryker announced the launch of a completely wireless hospital bed, ProCuity, in the European market. This bed series was designed to improve nurse workflow efficiencies and safety.
• In October 2020, Stryker announced the launch of the industry's first and only completely wireless hospital bed, ProCuity, in the global market.