Handheld Point Of Sale Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis growing at a CAGR of 10.3% from 2025 to 2033
The global handheld point of sale market size was estimated at USD 30.07 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 74.07 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 10.3% from 2025 to 2033, driven by the increasing adoption of cashless transactions and digital payments. As consumers and businesses shift toward convenient, secure, and contactless payment methods, the demand for portable point of sale (POS) devices has surged..
Key Market Trends & Insights
- Asia Pacific handheld POS dominated the global market with the largest revenue share of 34.4% in 2024.
- The handheld POS market in China led the Asia Pacific market and held the largest revenue share in 2024.
- By component, hardware led the market and held the largest revenue share of 48.7% in 2024.
- By product type, the wireless handheld POS segment held the dominant position in the market in 2024.
- By application, the retail segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 12.0% from 2025 to 2033.
Market Size & Forecast
- 2024 Market Size: USD 30.07 Billion
- 2033 Projected Market Size: USD 74.07 Billion
- CAGR (2025-2033): 10.3%
- Asia Pacific: Largest market in 2024
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The growing emphasis on mobility and operational efficiency in the retail and hospitality sectors also contributes to the growth of handheld POS industry. Handheld POS devices allow staff to process transactions anywhere within a store or restaurant, reducing customer wait times and improving service quality. This is particularly beneficial for businesses with high customer turnover, such as quick-service restaurants (QSRs), cafes, and pop-up shops. The integration of advanced features such as inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), and real-time analytics further enhances the appeal of handheld POS systems, enabling businesses to streamline operations and make data-driven decisions. For instance, in June 2024, Posiflex Technology Inc. launched the Opera MT-6200 Series, sleek mobile POS tablets with Android 13 or Windows 11 IoT, in x86 and RISC versions.
Technological advancements and the increasing affordability of handheld POS solutions are also fueling market growth. Modern devices now come with improved battery life, faster processors, and enhanced connectivity options such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and 4G/5G. Moreover, the rise of cloud-based POS systems has made it easier for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to adopt these solutions without significant upfront investments. The competitive pricing of handheld POS terminals, coupled with subscription-based and pay-as-you-go models, has made them accessible to a broader range of merchants.
Component Insights
The hardware segment dominated the market and accounted for the revenue share of 48.7% in 2024, driven bythe demand for ruggedized and reliable POS hardware in field-based industries such as logistics, transportation, and food delivery. These sectors require durable, battery-efficient, and high-performance devices to ensure continuous operations in challenging environments.
The software segment is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 11.9% during the forecast period driven bythe rising demand for cloud-based POS software, which enables real-time data access, remote management, and seamless integration with other business systems such as inventory management, customer relationship management (CRM), and e-commerce platforms. This flexibility is particularly valuable for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that require scalable solutions without heavy upfront infrastructure investments.
