Smart Wheelchair - Worldwide

The global smart wheelchair market size is calculated at USD 188 million in 2024 and is predicted to reach around USD 402.14 million by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 7.9% from 2024 to 2034.

The smart wheelchair market is a prominent segment of the medical devices industry. This industry deals in the manufacturing and distribution of wheelchairs that are equipped with advanced medical technologies. There are several types of smart wheelchairs available on the market, including joystick-based and Bluetooth-connected smart wheelchairs. The growing demand for front-wheel-drive chairs among handicapped patients has driven the market growth. This market is expected to rise significantly with the growth of the healthcare industry across the world.

The advancements in sensor technologies, along with increasing awareness and diagnosis of disabled persons in different parts of the world, have boosted the market growth. Also, the rising use of smart wheelchairs for numerous applications such as mobility impairment, ocular disability, elderly care, and some others is likely to propagate further industrial expansion. Moreover, the growing demands for these wheelchairs from several end-users, including rehab centers, hospitals, and home care settings, is projected to accelerate the growth of the smart wheelchair market. The integration of real-time maps in wheelchairs for detecting obstacles along with increased demand for voice command-based wheelchairs is expected to create ample growth opportunities for the market players in the upcoming years.