Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Global Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market” that contains information from 2019 to 2035.
The Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market is estimated to register a CAGR of 4.77% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2035.
MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the Global Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market —
AT&T (US), Verizon (US), Vodafone (GB), Telefónica (ES), Deutsche Telekom (DE), Orange (FR), T-Mobile (DE), China Mobile (CN), and Sigfox (FR).

Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market Highlights
The Global Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market is accounted for to register a CAGR of 4.77% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 66.0 Billion by 2035.
The market’s growth is primarily driven by the rising adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, the expansion of 5G networks, and increasing demand for smart city infrastructure. The proliferation of connected devices across industries such as healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing has led to enhanced communication between machines, enabling real-time data sharing, improved efficiency, and predictive analytics.
North America remains the largest market for M2M connections, owing to widespread IoT adoption, advanced telecommunications infrastructure, and the presence of major players such as Verizon and AT&T. Meanwhile, the Asia-Pacific region is emerging as the fastest-growing market, driven by rapid industrialization, urbanization, and government-backed smart city projects in countries such as China, Japan, and India.
The growing emphasis on automation and operational efficiency is propelling the adoption of M2M technologies across multiple sectors. Organizations are leveraging these solutions to streamline processes, reduce human intervention, and enhance productivity. Additionally, sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency goals are encouraging the use of M2M connections to optimize resource consumption and support eco-friendly operations.
Furthermore, the rollout of 5G networks is revolutionizing the M2M landscape by offering low-latency, high-speed connectivity that enables real-time communication for critical applications such as autonomous vehicles, remote healthcare monitoring, and smart manufacturing.
Segment Analysis
The Global Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market has been segmented based on Technology, Product, and End Users.
By Technology:
The Wireless Technologies segment dominated the market in 2024 due to the widespread use of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and ZigBee across applications such as connected vehicles, smart homes, and medical monitoring devices. The segment’s growth is attributed to its scalability, flexibility, and ease of deployment compared to wired alternatives.
By Product:
The IoT & M2M Modems segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024. Advancements in communication technologies and the growing deployment of 4G LTE and 5G networks have improved connectivity, reliability, and data transfer speeds, driving demand for M2M modems, routers, and gateways.
By End Users:
The Automotive & Transportation segment dominated the market in 2024. The increasing adoption of connected vehicles and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication frameworks is propelling this segment. Other key sectors such as Consumer Electronics, Healthcare, Utilities, and Security & Surveillance are also adopting M2M solutions to enhance automation, safety, and data-driven decision-making.
Regional Analysis
By Region, the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World.
North America held the largest market share in 2024, accounting for nearly 45.8% of the global revenue. The region’s dominance is attributed to the strong presence of leading telecom and IoT solution providers, rapid 5G deployment, and early adoption of smart city and industrial automation technologies. The U.S. leads the regional market, followed by Canada as the fastest-growing contributor.
Europe represents the second-largest market, supported by a robust telecommunications infrastructure and early implementation of 5G networks across Germany, the UK, and France. The region’s focus on industrial IoT (IIoT) and sustainability initiatives is driving growth in M2M applications across the manufacturing and utilities sectors.
Asia-Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period. The region’s expansion is fueled by the rapid growth of the manufacturing sector, large-scale deployment of IoT devices, and government investments in digital transformation. China holds the largest share in the region, while India is expected to witness the highest growth rate due to its expanding telecom sector and smart city initiatives.
The rest of the World (RoW), including regions such as the Middle East, Africa, and South America, is also showing significant potential. The increasing adoption of M2M solutions in logistics, energy management, and industrial automation is expected to drive steady growth.
Key Findings of the Study
- The Global Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Connections Market is expected to reach USD 66.0 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 4.77% during the forecast period.
- North America accounted for the largest market share in 2024, while Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region.
- Based on Technology, the Wireless Technologies segment dominated the market in 2024 due to the widespread adoption of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and ZigBee.
- Based on Product, the IoT & M2M Modems segment held the largest share in 2024, driven by advancements in high-speed connectivity.
- Based on End Users, the Automotive & Transportation segment was the largest in 2024, with Healthcare and Utilities emerging as key growth sectors.
- *AT&T, Verizon, Vodafone, Telefónica, Deutsche Telekom, Orange, T-Mobile, China Mobile, and Sigfox are the key players in the global market.
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