Gunshot Detection Systems Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Gunshot Detection Systems Market Report is Segmented by Type (Indoor and Outdoor), Application (Defense and Law Enforcement), Installation (Fixed Installation and Vehicle Installation), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts for all the Above Segments in Terms of Value (USD).

Gunshot Detection Systems Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Gunshot Detection Systems Market Size

Gunshot Detection Systems Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 0.98 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 1.57 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 9.91 %
Fastest Growing Market North America
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Gunshot Detection Systems Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Gunshot Detection Systems Market Analysis

The Gunshot Detection Systems Market size is estimated at USD 0.98 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 1.57 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.91% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Global governments are increasingly investing in cutting-edge gun control detection systems to enhance public safety. Manufacturers are responding by developing sophisticated gunshot detection systems, often utilizing standardized protocols like RTSP. These systems seamlessly integrate with existing security camera setups, not only detecting gunshots but also analyzing gun structures and promptly alerting authorities.

With a rising number of public shooting incidents globally and a corresponding surge in law enforcement agencies acquiring gunshot detection systems to combat these tragedies, the market is set for significant growth in the coming years.

As more law enforcement agencies worldwide adopt advanced gunshot detection technology and governments invest in equipping them, the market outlook remains positive. These trends are set to propel the growth of gunshot detection technologies over the forecast period.

Manufacturers are at the forefront, infusing their products with cutting-edge technologies to create a new generation of gunshot detection systems. These systems not only identify gunshots but also proactively work to prevent major incidents. With a backdrop of increasing mass shootings, a rising IoT adoption, and a global demand for advanced gunshot detection, the market is primed for substantial expansion.

However, the ongoing maintenance and sensor replacements can drive up life-cycle costs, potentially leading to higher tax rates for citizens. The market faces challenges, notably the significant upfront costs of installing and maintaining these systems.

Gunshot Detection Systems Industry Overview

The gunshot detection systems market is characterized by a semi-consolidated landscape, with multiple sensor manufacturers and software providers. Key players include ACOEM AB, SoundThinking Inc. (ShotSpotter), RTX Corporation, THALES, and QinetiQ Limited.

These companies are actively driving growth through strategies like product launches, patent acquisitions, and expanding their solution portfolios. Bolstered by increased R&D spending and strategic acquisitions, these moves are setting these firms up for potential market leadership in the years ahead. For example, in January 2024, the PNW Computer Science research team trialed an AI-powered gunshot detection technology. It trained the AI to discern gunshots in a shooting range, distinguishing them from sounds like a balloon pop or firework. Moreover, the team honed the AI's ability to precisely locate gunshots in expansive, multistory buildings. Teaming up with the PNW Police, it tested the AI's accuracy with blank ammunition, achieving exceptional results, including identifying the specific floor where the sound originated.

Gunshot Detection Systems Market Leaders

  1. THALES

  2. RTX Corporation

  3. QinetiQ Limited

  4. ACOEM AB

  5. SoundThinking, Inc. (ShotSpotter)

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Gunshot Detection Systems Market Concentration
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Gunshot Detection Systems Market News

March 2024: Shooter Detection Systems (SDS) is gearing up to unveil its state-of-the-art "Active Shooter Intelligence" at ISC West in Las Vegas. To promote safer environments and combat gun violence, SDS joined forces with Alarm.com. Their joint mission is to democratize advanced gunshot detection technology, making it accessible to organizations of all sizes. In a recent partnership milestone, SDS's Indoor Gunshot Detection sensors seamlessly integrated with Alarm.com's commercial platform. This integration enhanced the sensors' efficacy and introduced a holistic cloud-based solution. This solution encompasses gunshot detection, video surveillance, access control, real-time alerts, and remote monitoring.

January 2023: Shooter Detection Systems, based in Massachusetts, collaborated with the Department of Homeland Security to introduce the SDS Outdoor, a portable gunshot detection system. According to the department, the system provides immediate critical data on outdoor shooting incidents, equipping first responders with timely and accurate information.

March 2022: Syracuse University activated an advanced gunshot detection system on its north wall. This system identifies and locates gunfire and promptly alerts the Syracuse Police Department, enhancing response times. The system's USD 171,000 expansion was funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) pandemic relief funds.

Gunshot Detection Systems Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
  • 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Type
    • 5.1.1 Indoor
    • 5.1.2 Outdoor
  • 5.2 Application
    • 5.2.1 Defense
    • 5.2.2 Law Enforcement
  • 5.3 Installation
    • 5.3.1 Fixed Installation
    • 5.3.2 Vehicle Installation
  • 5.4 Geography
    • 5.4.1 North America
    • 5.4.1.1 United States
    • 5.4.1.2 Canada
    • 5.4.2 Europe
    • 5.4.2.1 Germany
    • 5.4.2.2 United Kingdom
    • 5.4.2.3 France
    • 5.4.2.4 Rest of Europe
    • 5.4.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.4.3.1 China
    • 5.4.3.2 India
    • 5.4.3.3 Japan
    • 5.4.3.4 South Korea
    • 5.4.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.4.4 Latin America
    • 5.4.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.4.4.2 Mexico
    • 5.4.4.3 Rest of Latin America
    • 5.4.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.4.5.1 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.4.5.2 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.4.5.3 South Africa
    • 5.4.5.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Vendor Market Share
  • 6.2 Company Profiles
    • 6.2.1 ACOEM AB
    • 6.2.2 SoundThinking, Inc. (ShotSpotter)
    • 6.2.3 RTX Corporation
    • 6.2.4 THALES
    • 6.2.5 QinetiQ Limited
    • 6.2.6 Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd
    • 6.2.7 Databuoy
    • 6.2.8 ASELSAN AS
    • 6.2.9 Microflown AVISA
    • 6.2.10 Tracer Technology Systems Inc.
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Gunshot Detection Systems Industry Segmentation

A gunfire locator, also known as a gunshot detection system, is designed to pinpoint and relay the origin of gunfire or weapon discharges. It achieves this through a network of sensors, including acoustic, vibration, and optical, sometimes in combination. These systems find applications in law enforcement, security, military, government, schools, and commercial settings, aiding in identifying the location, and sometimes the direction and weapon type, of the gunfire.

Typically, a gunshot detection system comprises three primary elements: an array of sensors, such as microphones, accelerometers, and infrared detectors, which can be either clustered or spread out geographically; a central processing unit; and a user interface for displaying alerts related to gunfire.

The gunshot detection systems market is segmented by type, application, installation, and geography. By type, the market is segmented into indoor and outdoor. By application, the market is segmented into defense and law enforcement. By installation, the market is segmented into fixed installation and vehicle installation. The report also covers the market sizes and forecasts in major countries across different regions. For each segment, the market size is provided in terms of value (USD).

Type Indoor
Outdoor
Application Defense
Law Enforcement
Installation Fixed Installation
Vehicle Installation
Geography North America United States
Canada
Europe Germany
United Kingdom
France
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific China
India
Japan
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Latin America Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Middle East and Africa United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East and Africa
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Gunshot Detection Systems Market Research FAQs

How big is the Gunshot Detection Systems Market?

The Gunshot Detection Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 0.98 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 9.91% to reach USD 1.57 billion by 2030.

What is the current Gunshot Detection Systems Market size?

In 2025, the Gunshot Detection Systems Market size is expected to reach USD 0.98 billion.

Who are the key players in Gunshot Detection Systems Market?

THALES, RTX Corporation, QinetiQ Limited, ACOEM AB and SoundThinking, Inc. (ShotSpotter) are the major companies operating in the Gunshot Detection Systems Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Gunshot Detection Systems Market?

North America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Gunshot Detection Systems Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Gunshot Detection Systems Market.

What years does this Gunshot Detection Systems Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Gunshot Detection Systems Market size was estimated at USD 0.88 billion. The report covers the Gunshot Detection Systems Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Gunshot Detection Systems Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Gunshot Detection Systems Industry Report

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