Global Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Opportunities 2025, Forecast To 2034
19 Mar, 2025
What Is The Current and Historic Market Size Analysis Of The Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Market?
The augmentative and alternative communication aac devices market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• In recent times, the market size of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices has seen swift expansion. Forecasts indicate that the market will enlarge from $2.09 billion in 2024 to $2.34 billion in 2025, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.9%.
Factors that have contributed to this growth historically include the widespread adoption of smartphones and tablets, government aid and investment, an increase in older populations, initiatives aimed at education and inclusion, alongside a higher occurrence of disabilities.
What Are The Predictions for The Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Market?
The augmentative and alternative communication aac devices market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• Swift expansion is projected for the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices market in the forthcoming years. The market is anticipated to expand to $3.62 billion in 2029 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5%.
The expansion during this forecast period can be ascribed to an increasing need for user-friendly and custom-made solutions, escalating occurrences of different speech-related disorders, increasing customer consciousness and demand, and the surging necessity for effective communication solutions. Prominent trends during this prediction period encompass technological advancements, incorporation of AI and machine learning, evolution of assistive technologies, personalized and adjustable solutions, and assimilation into various socio-educational contexts.
What Main Forces Are Fueling Expansion In The Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Market?
The surge in cases of communication disorders appears set to expedite the expansion of the market for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices. These disorders impede an individual's potential to comprehend, identify, or use language and speech to effectively communicate. The rise in such disabilities can be attributed to enhanced diagnosis and an uptick in survival rates among vulnerable individuals, thereby allowing for better detection and documentation of the issues. AAC devices provide substitute means of conveying thoughts and requirements, thereby boosting both effectiveness and self-reliance for people having speech and language issues. For example, NHS Digital, a US government agency, reported in September 2022, that the number of patients referred for potential autism increased from over 88,000 in 2021 to more than 122,000 in 2022. Similarly, individuals who had their first meeting within a span of 13 weeks went up from 6,500 in 2021 to more than 9,000 in 2022. As a result, the rising incidence of communication disorders is propelling the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device market's growth.
What Are The Core Segments Of The Global Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Market?
The augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Product: Speech Generating Devices, Symbol Communication Boards, Other Products
2) By Technology: Manual Speech Generating, Picture Exchange Communication Systems, Other Technologies
3) By Application: Children, Adults
4) By End-User: Hospitals, Rehabilitation Centers, Homecare Settings, Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Speech Generating Devices: Dedicated Speech Generating Devices, Mobile Communication Applications, Tablet-based Communication Devices
2) By Symbol Communication Boards: Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS), Graphic Symbol Boards, Text-Based Communication Boards
3) By Other Products: Switches And Access Devices, Communication Software, AAC Accessories
Which Emerging Trends Are Reshaping The Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Market Size?
Leading firms in the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices market are prioritizing the development of technologically superior solutions like touch-based speech-generating devices to improve communication for those with speech disorders. These assistive technology tools, by transforming symbols or text chosen on a touchscreen into spoken words, aid individuals with speech difficulties in expressing themselves. For instance, in February 2022, Tobii Dynavox, an American company specializing in the production and distribution of speech-generating devices, introduced the TD I-110, a revamped touch-based speech-generating device. This invention represents the progress in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices aimed at helping those with speech issues, especially individuals with autism. This robust device incorporates an integrated crash case, a Gorilla Glass touchscreen, and a waterproof design, making it ideal for active users. The TD I-110, with processing speed three times faster than its predecessor, double the memory, and a ten-hour battery life, guarantees effective and dependable communication. It comes with pre-installed TD Snap software, providing access to over 50,000 Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) for effortless interaction.
Who Are the Key Players In The Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Market?
Major companies operating in the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices market are:
• Forbes AAC Inc.
• Tobii Dynavox AB
• Prentke Romich Company
• Spectronics Corporation
• Lingraphica Inc.
• AbleNet Inc.
• Acapela Group SA
• Goshen Medical Inc.
• EyeTech Digital Systems Inc.
• Adaptive Tech Solutions LLC
• Smartbox Assistive Technology Limited
• Talk To Me Technologies LLC
• Attainment Company Inc.
• Jabbla BVBA
• Saltillo Corporation
• GEMINI Technologies Inc.
• Liberator Ltd.
• Enabling Devices Inc.Inclusive Technology Ltd.
• Voiceitt Inc.
• Cognixion Inc.
• Crick Software Ltd.
• Control Bionics Inc.
What Are The Regional Insights Into The Augmentative And Alternative Communication AAC Devices Market?
North America was the largest region in the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices market in 2024. Asia-Pacificis expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.