The compact ultrasound equipment market focuses on portable ultrasound devices used for medical imaging across various specialties such as cardiology, obstetrics, and emergency care. These systems are smaller and more mobile than traditional machines, making them ideal for point-of-care use in hospitals, clinics, and remote settings. The market is growing due to the increasing demand for quick and non-invasive diagnostics, advances in imaging technology, and the expansion of telemedicine. North America currently leads in adoption, while the Asia-Pacific region is witnessing rapid growth due to improving healthcare access and rising awareness of portable diagnostic tools.
According to Fortune Business Insights, the global compact ultrasound equipment market was valued at USD 2.65 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow from USD 2.97 billion in 2025 to USD 6.40 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6% during the forecast period. In 2024, North America led the market with a 35.84% share.
In March 2024, Butterfly Network, Inc. launched its first specialty compact ultrasound product in the U.S.—the iQ+ Bladder. This bundled solution includes an iQ+ Bladder probe, user‑friendly software, a compact rolling cart, tablet, and power splitter—designed to facilitate automated bladder volume measurements and 3D visualization by nursing staff in seconds.
The compact ultrasound segment is gaining momentum due to increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, rising emphasis on early detection and preventive healthcare, and demand for portable imaging systems in diverse clinical settings. High burden of cardiovascular disease and other non-communicable diseases globally is fueling adoption of mobile diagnostic tools.
However, further adoption faces constraints such as image-quality limitations compared to full‑scale console systems, along with cost considerations and slower deployment in settings with constrained budgets—and these factors may moderate growth.
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