mPoS Terminals

mPoS Terminals


Global mPoS Terminals Market to Reach US$82.2 Billion by 2030

The global market for mPoS Terminals estimated at US$32.2 Billion in the year 2023, is expected to reach US$82.2 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.3% over the analysis period 2023-2030. mPoS Terminal Hardware, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 13.8% CAGR and reach US$62.3 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the mPoS Terminal Software segment is estimated at 15.9% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$8.5 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 16.7% CAGR

The mPoS Terminals market in the U.S. is estimated at US$8.5 Billion in the year 2023. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$13.1 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 16.7% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 11.6% and 13.6% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 13.3% CAGR.

Global mPoS Terminals  Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Mobile point-of-sale (mPoS) terminals are portable devices that enable businesses to accept payments and conduct transactions anywhere, using smartphones or tablets equipped with card readers and payment processing software. mPoS systems offer flexibility and convenience, allowing retailers, restaurants, and service providers to process payments on the go, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. These terminals support various payment methods, including credit and debit cards, contactless payments, and mobile wallets, catering to the diverse preferences of modern consumers. The rise of e-commerce, omnichannel retailing, and the gig economy is driving the adoption of mPoS solutions across different sectors.

The advancement of mPoS technology has led to the development of more secure, reliable, and feature-rich devices. Modern mPoS terminals incorporate advanced security measures such as end-to-end encryption, tokenization, and biometric authentication to protect sensitive payment information. Integration with other business systems, such as inventory management and customer relationship management (CRM), enables seamless operations and better data insights. The affordability and ease of deployment of mPoS solutions make them particularly attractive to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), startups, and independent service providers looking to streamline their payment processes and enhance customer engagement.

The growth in the mPoS terminals market is driven by several factors. Firstly, the increasing demand for flexible and mobile payment solutions in the retail and service sectors is a significant driver. Secondly, advancements in payment security technologies are enhancing the trust and adoption of mPoS systems. Thirdly, the rise of e-commerce and omnichannel retail strategies is boosting the need for integrated mPoS solutions that offer seamless customer experiences. Additionally, the expansion of the gig economy and the growing number of small and independent businesses are driving the adoption of affordable and portable payment terminals. Furthermore, the increasing preference for contactless and mobile payments among consumers is encouraging businesses to adopt mPoS systems. Lastly, supportive regulatory frameworks and standards for secure mobile payments are further driving the growth of the mPoS terminals market.

Select Competitors (Total 61 Featured) -
  • AURES Group
  • BBPOS Limited
  • Bitel Co. Ltd.
  • Fiserv, Inc.
  • HP Development Company, L.P.
  • Ingenico
  • NCR Corporation
  • NEW POS TECHNOLOGY LIMITED
  • Newland Payment Technology
  • Oracle Corporation
  • Panasonic Corporation
  • PAX Technology
  • Posiflex Technology, Inc.
  • QVS Software Inc.
  • Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.
  • SPECTRA Technologies Holdings Co. Ltd.
  • SZZT Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • Toast Inc.
  • Touch Dynamic
  • VeriFone, Inc.
  • Zebra Technologies Corporation
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I. METHODOLOGY
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
What is a POS System?
An Introduction to mPOS Terminals
Global Market Outlook
Retail Industry Leads the Global mPOS Terminals Market
Developing Regions to Spearhead Future Gains
Competition
mPoS Terminals - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
Recent Market Activity
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
mPOS Systems Offer Various Benefits, Set to Gain Momentum
mPOS Aids in Boosting Business Performance and Customer Experience
Growing Shift Towards Contactless Payments Drives Demand for mPOS Terminals
Global Contactless Payments Market Size (in US$ Billion) for the Years 2020, 2022, 2024 and 2026
COVID-19 Crisis Facilitates Payment Space to Move Away from Cash Payments
Transforming Payments Landscape & Rapid Pace of Digitization Presents Opportunity for mPOS Terminals Market
Global Digital Transformation Spending (In US$ Billion) for 2017-2023
Key Benefits of Adopting Digital Transformation
mPOS Solutions: A Promising Alternative Payment Method
Expanding Internet Connectivity Facilitates Market Gains
Ubiquity of Mobile Devices and Rising Use of Smartphones for Payments: Potential for mPOS Terminal Market
Global Shipments of Smartphones (in Million Units) for 2020 through 2025
mPOS Value-Added Services (VAS) to Drive Future Gains in mPOS Terminals Market
Global Mobile Value Added Services (MVAS) in US$ Million by Region/Country for the Years 2020 and 2027
Growing Demand for Mobile Financial Transactions from Varied Industries to Accelerate Growth
Increasing Utilization of Mobile Wallets and Rise in NFC Transactions Fuel Market Prospects
Common Reasons for Use of Digital Wallets: % Share of Users by Reason Cited
Rising Threat of Financial Fraud & Strict Regulations for Payment Processing Propel Demand for EMV-Compliant Payment Solutions
Cumulative Global Online Fraud (In US$ Billion) by Region during 2020 to 2024
Retail Emerges as the Leading Application Market for mPOS Terminals
Application of Digital Solutions Used to Improve In-Store Retail Experience
Technological Innovations to Drive Future of mPOS
Market Benefits from Growing Opportunities in the Restaurant Industry
Growing Use of Mobile POS Solutions for Tableside Ordering and Payments
Innovations in Restaurant Technology Spur Development of Next-Generation Restaurant POS Systems
How the Food Service, Hotels & Hospitality Industries Are Impacted by the Pandemic & What's the New Normal?
Hospitality Sector Turns to mPOS Terminals Improve Customer Experience
Cloud-based mPOS Terminals Poised for High Growth in the Future
mPOS Terminals Offer Numerous Benefits to SMEs
Security of mPOS Terminals: A Highly Critical Requirement
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
TABLE 1: World mPoS Terminals Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2020 through 2030
TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 3: World 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Hardware by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 5: World 7-Year Perspective for Hardware by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 6: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Software by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 7: World 7-Year Perspective for Software by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Retail by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 9: World 7-Year Perspective for Retail by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Restaurants by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 11: World 7-Year Perspective for Restaurants by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 12: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Hospitality by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 13: World 7-Year Perspective for Hospitality by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 14: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Healthcare by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 15: World 7-Year Perspective for Healthcare by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Entertainment by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 17: World 7-Year Perspective for Entertainment by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 18: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Warehouse by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 19: World 7-Year Perspective for Warehouse by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 20: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 21: World 7-Year Perspective for Other Applications by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2024 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2024 (E)
TABLE 22: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 23: USA 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 24: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 25: USA 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
CANADA
TABLE 26: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 27: Canada 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 28: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 29: Canada 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
JAPAN
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2024 (E)
TABLE 30: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 31: Japan 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 32: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 33: Japan 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
CHINA
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2024 (E)
TABLE 34: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 35: China 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 36: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 37: China 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
EUROPE
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2024 (E)
TABLE 38: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 39: Europe 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 40: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 41: Europe 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 42: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 43: Europe 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
FRANCE
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2024 (E)
TABLE 44: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 45: France 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 46: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 47: France 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
GERMANY
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2024 (E)
TABLE 48: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 49: Germany 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 50: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 51: Germany 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
ITALY
TABLE 52: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 53: Italy 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 54: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 55: Italy 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
UNITED KINGDOM
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2024 (E)
TABLE 56: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 57: UK 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 58: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 59: UK 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
REST OF EUROPE
TABLE 60: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 61: Rest of Europe 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 62: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 63: Rest of Europe 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
ASIA-PACIFIC
mPoS Terminals Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2024 (E)
TABLE 64: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 65: Asia-Pacific 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 66: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 67: Asia-Pacific 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
REST OF WORLD
TABLE 68: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Component - Hardware and Software - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 69: Rest of World 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Component - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Hardware and Software for the Years 2024 & 2030
TABLE 70: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for mPoS Terminals by Application - Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
TABLE 71: Rest of World 7-Year Perspective for mPoS Terminals by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Retail, Restaurants, Hospitality, Healthcare, Entertainment, Warehouse and Other Applications for the Years 2024 & 2030
IV. COMPETITION

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