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Water Quality Analyzer Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025 - 2034

Published Aug 25, 2025
Length 170 Pages
SKU # GMI20408229

Description

The Global Water Quality Analyzer Market was valued at USD 4.3 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% to reach USD 6.9 billion by 2034.

Water pollution has emerged as a critical global issue, driven by escalating levels of industrial effluents, agricultural runoff rich in pesticides and fertilizers, and untreated domestic sewage entering freshwater systems. These pollutants not only degrade aquatic ecosystems but also pose significant risks to human health, including exposure to toxic chemicals, waterborne diseases, and contaminated food chains.

Rising Adoption of Portable Analyzers

The portable segment held a notable share in 2024, driven by the increasing need for flexibility, on-site testing, and rapid decision-making across various industries. These handheld or field-deployable devices allow users to measure parameters like pH, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, and conductivity in real time, without the need for laboratory access. Their compact design, ease of use, and battery-powered functionality make them ideal for remote locations, environmental monitoring, and emergency response scenarios.

Increasing Prevalence of Municipal Water Treatment

The municipal water treatment segment held a significant share in 2024 as public health and regulatory compliance depend heavily on accurate monitoring of drinking and wastewater. Municipal facilities across cities and towns are under pressure to maintain water quality in line with evolving environmental standards and increasing population demands.

North America to Emerge as a Lucrative Region

North America water quality analyzer market generated robust revenues in 2024, supported by strong environmental regulations, rising concerns over water safety, and significant investments in aging water infrastructure. In the United States and Canada, regulatory bodies such as the EPA enforce stringent standards for industrial discharge, municipal water systems, and environmental conservation, which fuels consistent demand for both online and portable analyzers.

Major players involved in the water quality analyzer market are South Fork Instruments, Thermo Fisher Scientific, JM Science Holdings, Endress+Hauser, Hach, ABB Ltd., Martek Instruments, Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG, YSI (Xylem), Evoqua Water Technologies, AppliTek, Shimadzu Corp., Process Insights, Danaher Corp., and Horiba Ltd.

To solidify their position in the water quality analyzer market, companies are focusing on a combination of technological innovation, market expansion, and strategic partnerships. One major area of investment is the development of smart, IoT-enabled analyzers that offer real-time monitoring, remote diagnostics, and cloud-based data reporting, allowing users to make faster, more informed decisions. Many companies are diversifying their product portfolios by introducing modular and multi-parameter systems that serve the high-end industrial applications and cost-sensitive municipal or environmental use cases.   

Table of Contents

170 Pages
Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope
1.1 Market scope and definition
1.2 Research design
1.2.1 Research approach
1.2.2 Data collection methods
1.3 Data mining sources
1.3.1 Global
1.3.2 Regional/Country
1.4 Base estimates and calculations
1.4.1 Base year calculation
1.4.2 Key trends for market estimation
1.5 Primary research and validation
1.5.1 Primary sources
1.6 Forecast model
1.7 Research assumptions and limitations
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Industry 360° synopsis
2.2 Key market trends
2.2.1 Regional
2.2.2 Product type
2.2.3 Category
2.2.4 Parameter type
2.2.5 Application
2.2.6 Distribution channel
2.3 CXO perspectives: Strategic imperatives
2.3.1 Key decision points for industry executives
2.3.2 Critical success factors for market players
2.4 Future outlook and strategic recommendations
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.1.1 Supplier landscape
3.1.2 Profit margin
3.1.3 Value addition at each stage
3.1.4 Factor affecting the value chain
3.2 Industry impact forces
3.2.1 Growth drivers
3.2.1.1 Rising demand for fresh water
3.2.1.2 Rapid urbanization and industrialization
3.2.1.3 Increasing water pollution
3.2.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.2.2.1 Technical limitations
3.2.2.2 Stringent regulatory standards
3.2.3 Opportunities
3.2.3.1 Technological advancements
3.2.3.2 Water scarcity and sustainability initiatives
3.3 Growth potential analysis
3.4 Future market trends
3.5 Technology and innovation landscape
3.5.1 Current technological trends
3.5.2 Emerging technologies
3.6 Price trends
3.6.1 By region
3.6.2 By product type
3.7 Regulatory landscape
3.7.1 Standards and compliance requirements
3.7.2 Regional regulatory frameworks
3.7.3 Certification standards
3.8 Porter’s analysis
3.9 PESTEL analysis
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2024
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.2.1 By region
4.2.1.1 North America
4.2.1.2 Europe
4.2.1.3 Asia Pacific
4.2.1.4 Latin America
4.2.1.5 Middle East and Africa
4.3 Company matrix analysis
4.4 Competitive analysis of major market players
4.5 Competitive positioning matrix
4.6 Key developments
4.6.1 Mergers & acquisitions
4.6.2 Partnerships & collaborations
4.6.3 New product launches
4.6.4 Expansion plans
Chapter 5 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Product Type, 2021 - 2034 (USD Billion) (Thousand Units)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 pH meters
5.3 Conductivity meters
5.4 Turbidity meters
5.5 Dissolved oxygen analyzers
5.6 Total organic carbon analyzers
5.7 Oxidation-reduction potential sensors
5.8 Ammonia/nitrate/nitrite sensors
5.9 Multi-parameter water quality analyzers
5.10 Colorimeters and spectrometers
5.11 Others
Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Category, 2021 - 2034 (USD Billion) (Thousand Units)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Portable
6.3 Benchtop
6.4 Online/inline
Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Parameter Type, 2021 - 2034 (USD Billion) (Thousand Units)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 Single parameter analyzers
7.3 Multi-parameter analyzers
Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2021 - 2034 (USD Billion) (Thousand Units)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 Municipal water treatment
8.3 Industrial and wastewater treatment
8.4 Marine & offshore water systems
8.5 Others
Chapter 9 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2034 (USD Billion) (Thousand Units)
9.1 Key trends
9.2 Direct
9.3 Indirect
Chapter 10 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Region, 2021 - 2034 (USD Billion) (Thousand Units)
10.1 Key trends
10.2 North America
10.2.1 U.S.
10.2.2 Canada
10.3 Europe
10.3.1 Germany
10.3.2 UK
10.3.3 France
10.3.4 Italy
10.3.5 Spain
10.4 Asia Pacific
10.4.1 China
10.4.2 Japan
10.4.3 India
10.4.4 Australia
10.4.5 South Korea
10.5 Latin America
10.5.1 Brazil
10.5.2 Mexico
10.5.3 Argentina
10.6 Middle East and Africa
10.6.1 South Africa
10.6.2 Saudi Arabia
10.6.3 UAE
Chapter 11 Company Profiles
11.1 ABB Ltd.
11.2 AppliTek
11.3 Christian Bürkert GmbH & Co. KG
11.4 Danaher Corp.
11.5 Endress+Hauser
11.6 Evoqua water technologies
11.7 Hach
11.8 Horiba Ltd.
11.9 JM Science Holdings
11.10 Martek Instruments
11.11 Process Insights
11.12 Shimadzu Corp.
11.13 South Fork Instruments
11.14 Thermo fisher scientiic
11.15 YSI (Xylem)
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