Radar Detector Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Type (Corded, Cordless, Remote Mount), Wavelength (X-Band, Ka-Band, K-Band, Ku-Band, Others), and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

The global radar detector market size was USD 492.9 million in 2023. The market is projected to grow from USD 514.5 million in 2024 to USD 701.7 million by 2032 at a CAGR of 3.95% over 2024-2032. North America dominated the radar detector market with a market share of 36.44% in 2023.

A radar detector is an electronic device used to detect waves that measure the vehicle's speed. The device includes a computer and one or more radio frequency receivers. It catches specific frequencies used by devices, especially radar guns, to identify and detect speeding cars used by police.

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The COVID-19 pandemic strongly affected the market in 2020. A decrease in the demand for detectors due to the general decrease in GDP values ​​changed the dynamics of the market.

• The spread of the coronavirus around the world reduced the production of OEM detectors. Declining demand from law enforcement agencies, production shutdowns, and supply chain disruptions hamper market growth.
• Radenso had planned to release Radenso Theia at the end of 2019. However, due to the pandemic, the release was delayed.

Global Radar Detector Market Overview

Market Size:

• 2023 Value: USD 492.9 million
• 2024 Value: USD 514.5 million
• 2032 Forecast Value: USD 701.7 million, with a CAGR of 3.95% from 2024–2032

Market Share:

• North America led the market in 2023 with a 36.44% share due to rising road safety concerns and strong OEM presence
• By type, the cordless segment is projected to hold a 33% share in 2025, driven by portability and low power use
• By wavelength, the X-band segment is projected to generate USD 153.1 million by 2025, with the highest forecasted growth

Key Country Highlights:

• Japan: Radar detector market expected to reach USD 41.6 million by 2025
• China: Projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.94% during the forecast period
• Europe: Expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.98%, driven by increasing accident prevention measures and strong OEM presence
• North America: Dominated the market in 2023 with USD 179.6 million, due to use by law enforcement and major players like Uniden and Cedar Electronics

Radar Detector Market Trends

Development of Advanced Sensor System and Detection Devices is a Prominent Trend 

In recent years, there is a rising demand for advanced detectors from law enforcement agencies. Key players' research and development activities to develop innovative radar detection technology will drive the market growth rate. An increase in demand for driver information systems and radar detection is likely to boost the market.

Nowadays, companies are developing long-range devices with improved accuracy and security. In November 2020, TagMaster, the supplier of advanced sensor systems, launched a radar detector system for counting bicycles and pedestrians. It is the first intelligent bicycle and pedestrian detector in this market.

Radar Detector Market Growth Factors

Increasing Demand to Avoid Road Accidents and Enhance Safety Will Propel Growth

Road accidents are increasing day by day due to high-speed vehicles. Thus, police and law enforcement agencies use a radar gun to detect the vehicle's speed limit. Vehicle owners use these detectors to get information related to police radar guns. Thus, it helps in reducing road accidents. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) report, approximately 1.3 million people die each year in road accidents. The report states that high speed is one of the primary reasons for road traffic crashes. The United Nations General Assembly has set a target of reducing the global number of injuries and deaths to half from road traffic crashes by 2030. Thus, drive the radar detector market growth.

Manufacturing of Compact Design and Low-cost Detectors Will Aid Growth

The adoption of new generation technologies by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to reduce costs and product size is boosting market growth. The rising demand for integrated systems with advanced GPS and false alarm systems is driving the growth of the market. The next generation devices can detect radar, laser, and VG-2 signals. This improves driver accuracy and real-time information. The Cobra RAD 350, Escort Max 360c, and Uniden R7 are some of the most popular detectors in the world.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Stringent Government Rules and Legal Issues May Hamper Growth

The installation of radar detectors in vehicles is illegal in some countries. In Florida, the installation of these systems is unlawful in commercial vehicles that weigh over 10,000 pounds. Thus, it is illegal in some countries to use a jammer or detector in commercial vehicles.

Western Australia State placed a ban on using these devices that will come into force from October 2020. Virginia and the District of Columbia banned the use of detectors in all vehicles. Furthermore, these detectors are illegal in Latin American countries such as Brazil and others, which hampers the market growth.

Radar Detector Market Segmentation Analysis

By Type Analysis

Corded Segment Dominated in 2023 Due to Increasing Demand for Military Platforms

Based on type, the market is segmented into corded, cordless, and remote mount.

The corded segment dominated the market in 2023. The dominance is due to its easy power supply to devices and provides a better range than other detectors. These radar detectors never run out of batteries, thus boosting the segmental growth.

By type, the cordless segment is expected to hold a 33% share in 2025 due to its various features, such as easy portability, and it can quickly be removed or moved as per requirement. In addition to that, it has lower power consumption and is convenient for use. Thus, drive the market growth.

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By Wavelength Analysis

X-Band Segment Will Witness Highest Growth Owing to Increasing Demand from Homeland Security Forces

Based on wavelength, the market is classified into X-band, K-band, Ku-band, Ka-band, and others.

The K-band segment held the highest radar detector market share in 2023. It is mainly used by police and has a small wavelength. It has an operating range of 24.05 GHz to 24.25 GHz. It can detect accurate readings from 0.25 to 2 miles away from the radar gun.

By wavelength, the X-band segment is projected to generate USD 153.1 million in revenue by 2025. The X-band segment is estimated to show the highest growth during the forecast period as it provides a high output at lower frequencies. It is capable of detecting signals 2 to 4 miles away. It is used for moving target detection and surface vehicle imaging. The Accipiter NM1-8A Security Radar System includes X-band radar sensors that provide solutions to homeland security.

The Ka-band segment is projected to show moderate growth owing to its highest operating range of 34.2 GHz to 35.2 GHz.

REGIONAL INSIGHTS

The market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the rest of the World.

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North America dominated the market in 2023 and stood at USD 179.6 million. The growth is due to the increasing demand for radar detectors due to road accidents. North American law enforcement agencies use three radar frequencies. K-band operates between 24.05 and 24.25 GHz, X-band operates between 10.5 and 10.55 GHz, and Ka-band operates between 33.4 and 36 GHz. Furthermore, key players such as Cedar Electronics, Whistler Group, Uniden America Corporation, and others drive the market growth across the region.

Europe is anticipated to show remarkable growth during the forecast period. The growth is attributed to the growing concerns to avoid road accidents. Additionally, the presence of key players such as GENEVO, Axis Communications AB, and others propels the market's growth across Europe. It is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.98% during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific is projected to exhibit moderate growth due to the increasing demand from end-user applications in India, China, and Australia. In addition to this, key players such as ATTOWAVE CO., LTD., Shenzhen Camedio Technology Co., Ltd., and others drive the market growth.

• The market in Japan is expected to reach USD 41.6 million by 2025.
• China is projected to witness a strong CAGR of 3.94% during the forecast period.

The rest of the world will witness significant growth in the market due to the growing demand for detectors to enhance road safety and rising spending on research and development in the Middle East & African countries.

List of Key Companies in Radar Detector Market

Key Players to Adopt Innovative Research Technology to Strengthen Their Positions

The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted false alert filtering, laser technology, and driver information system technology are the latest radar detectors market trends. OEMs in the automotive industry investing highly in developing advanced detectors and cost-effective solutions that provide reliability, higher accuracy, and convenience.

Key players such as Radenso, Beltronics, Cedar Electronics, and others generate maximum revenue by offering low price products. In June 2020, Escort launched its new Redline 360C that uses Wi-Fi, artificial intelligence, and GPS. It is an advanced, highly sensitive, and undetectable detector.

LIST OF KEY COMPANIES PROFILED:

• Axis Communications AB (Sweden)
• Beltronics (U.S.)
• Cedar Electronics (U.S.)
• GENEVO s.r.o. (Czech Republic)
• K40 Electronics (U.S.)
• Radenso (U.S.)
• Rocky Mountain Radar (U.S.)
• Uniden America Corporation (U.S.)
• Valentine Research, Inc. (U.S.)
• Whistler Group (U.S.)

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS:

• April 2021 – Continental has unveiled its sixth generation of long-range radar and surround radar. Both radar sensors share a hardware and software platform that reduces complexity and costs. Production will start in 2023.
• January 2020 – Image Sensing Systems Inc. (ISS) launched RTMS Echo, the company’s next-generation radar unit, a key component in collecting the data required to provide drivers with safe, congestion-free roadways.

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