The global rollator walker market was valued at USD 76.21 million in 2023. The global market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2024 to 2032 and be worth USD 126.58 million by 2032 from USD 80.63 million in 2024.
Rollator walkers consist of handlebars, and a built-in seat and offer significant assistance in walking to patients. People who have been suffering from arthritis, lower and mid-back pain, sciatica, and muscle weakness use rollator walkers to avoid the dependency on others to walk a distance. Some of the rollator walkers even come with a basket to carry items.
Technological advancements are propelling the global rollator walker market growth. The incorporation of technological developments in clinical rollators helps in developing rollators with advanced sensors and digital software is a big move in the global market. The manufacturers of rollator walkers have been leveraging technological advancements to bring rollator walkers that are lightweight and improved comfortable. Clinical rollators are referred to as wheeled walkers comprised of features with an inbuilt handbasket together with lightweight and height adjustable. Such rollators provide physical support to aged people, diseased patients, and physically disabled patients. Clinical rollators help in enhancing the ability of disabled patients to move or stand independently. A trend in using technologically advanced clinical rollators for comfortable sitting options is additionally projected to propel the global market.
The growing patient population suffering from arthritis and gait, the increasing patient population of various diseases, and the rising adoption of advanced mobility products are promoting the demand levels for rollator walkers and global market growth. An increase in the necessity for rollator walkers during post-treatment recovery phases, growing demand for mobility in regular life, and an increase in cases of accidents are boosting the global market growth.
Major manufacturers of rollator walkers have been focusing on research, product innovations, and development activities. Companies are doing mergers and acquisitions with local players to expand their product portfolios. Manufacturers in developing economies are focusing on reducing their production costs to realize the sustainable growth of their businesses. The product average price has declined within the past few years due to technological developments and the typical price will keep the trend within a few future years because of increasing mature manufacturing technology and lowering the price of raw materials. Despite the presence of competition problems, because of the increasing demand for mobility aids products, investors are still optimistic about this area. In the longer term, more new investments enter the sector. The consumption volume will keep increasing within the next five years.
The growing occurrence of road accidents worldwide daily, an increase in the number of geriatric patients, and stringent rules and regulations imposed by governments of varied countries on the manufacture of rolling walkers and other devices are supporting the growth of the global rollator walkers market. The rapid increase in the sale of private mobility devices is favoring the global market growth. To cater to a large range of consumers across the globe, producers and suppliers of rolling walkers are focusing on promoting their products on various websites and portals. The increase in the promotion of rolling walkers through various online channels is projected to supply attractive opportunities to the rolling walker market within the next few years.
The wide adoption of electric wheelchairs throughout the world may be a restraining factor for the expansion of the rollator walker market. Poor awareness of rollator walkers among potential users, the high cost of advanced rollator models, the stigma associated with using mobility aids, and insufficient reimbursement policies are hindering the global market growth. Concerns about product stability and safety and competitive pricing from alternative mobility solutions are showing a negative impact on the global market growth.
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REPORT METRIC |
DETAILS |
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Market Size Available |
2023 to 2032 |
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Base Year |
2023 |
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Forecast Period |
2024 to 2032 |
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CAGR |
5.8% |
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Segments Covered |
By Wheel Type, Power Type, End-User, Distribution Channel and Region |
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Various Analyses Covered |
Global, Regional & Country Level Analysis, Segment-Level Analysis, DROC, PESTLE Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Analyst Overview of Investment Opportunities |
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Regions Covered |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa |
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Market Leaders Profiled |
Evolution Technologies, Graham-Field, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare, Invacare, Karman Healthcare, Inc., Briggs Healthcare, Trionic Sverige and Bischoff & Bischoff. |
The adoption of four-wheel rollator walkers is high compared to other types as these offer proper balance and ground clearance to the rollator walker, which is primarily driving segmental growth. The growing aging population, technological advancements and rising desire for additional functionalities are contributing to the growth of the four-wheel segment in the global market. Currently, four-wheel rollator walkers that are integrated with advanced braking systems and adjustable height features are available to buy and gain acceptance from potential users.
The non-electric segment is also expected to register steady growth during the forecast period. Cost-effectiveness, lightweight design, and the preference for manual control of non-electric rollator walkers is majorly propelling the segmental growth. The growing aging population worldwide is fuelling the demand for non-electric rollator walkers as these are a cost-effective solution. Non-electric rollator walkers comparatively cost 30% less than electric rollator walkers. The subsidies and support programs from the governments of several countries for non-electric rollator walkers are further promoting segmental growth.
On the other hand, the electric segment had a considerable share of the worldwide market in 2023 and is expected to witness a healthy CAGR of 9.12% during the forecast period. Electric rollators are equipped with smart features such as GPS and fall detection for enhanced safety, which is majorly driving the segmental growth. People who take safety as a top priority prefer electric rollator walkers and the number of people using electric rollator walkers has increased exponentially in the last couple of years. The manufacturers of electric rollator walkers have been using IoT technology in manufacturing to offer a feature to the users to track their walking patterns and health metrics. Due to these benefits, users have been showing interest to prefer electric rollator walkers and the same is resulting in segmental growth.
Based on end-users, the elderly users segment had 65.9% of the global market share in 2023 and is expected to continue the dominating trend throughout the forecast period. Factors such as an increasing aging population, rising focus on senior care and the desire for improved quality of life are driving the growth of the elderly users segment in the global market. An increasing need for rollator walkers with added features like seats and storage for elderly users is contributing to the segmental growth.
The action barrier patients segment is anticipated to hold a substantial share of the global market and grow at a CAGR of 6.88% during the forecast period.
Based on the distribution channel, the lead was registered by the offline segment in 2023 with 71.4% of the global market share. The domination of the offline segment in the worldwide market is predicted to continue throughout the forecast period due to factors such as the importance of in-person assistance, product testing, and a personalized shopping experience for mobility aid users.
However, on the other hand, the online segment is expected to witness the fastest growth in the global market during the forecast period and register a substantial share. The growing consumer preference for home delivery and the COVID-19 pandemic's accelerating online shopping habits are propelling the growth of the online segment In the global market.
The lead of the North American region in the global market is likely to continue during the forecast period. The growth of the North American market is majorly driven by the growing aging population, increasing awareness of mobility aids, advancements in healthcare infrastructure, healthcare reforms, and the growing chronic disease patient population who need mobility aids in North America. In North America, the U.S. is predicted to witness promising growth during the forecast period. The sales of technologically advanced rollator walkers that have features such as fall detection and connectivity in the U.S. have seen a spike in recent days and this trend is likely to fuel in the coming years and support the U.S. market growth.
The European market is expected to grow at a prominent CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the European rollator walker market is primarily fuelled by factors such as rising emphasis on active aging, increasing initiatives from the European governments to promote accessibility, and a cultural shift toward healthier aging. The UK has significant potential in the European region for rollator walkers as rollator walkers have been included in the public health programs in the UK.
Factors such as the growing aging population in countries such as Japan and China, the presence of developing countries, increasing healthcare expenditure, and growing awareness among people regarding the rollator walkers and their benefits are boosting the APAC market growth. China is likely to lead the rollator walker market in the Asia-Pacific region during the forecast period.
Evolution Technologies, Graham-Field, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare, Invacare, Karman Healthcare, Inc., Briggs Healthcare, Trionic Sverige, and Bischoff & Bischoff are some of the notable players in the global rollator walker market.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The global rollator walker market was valued at USD 72 million in 2022.
The growing aging population, increased awareness of mobility aids, and innovations in rollator design are majorly driving the growth of the rollator walker market.
North America and Europe have shown substantial growth in the rollator walker market due to their aging populations and healthcare infrastructure.
Challenges include price sensitivity among consumers, regulatory constraints, and competition from alternative mobility aids.
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