세계의 스마트 인버터 시장 예측(-2032년) : 유형별, 접속성, 용도별, 최종사용자별, 지역별 세계 분석

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Smart Inverters Market is accounted for $3.9 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $8.1 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 10.8% during the forecast period. Smart inverters are advanced power conversion devices that regulate and optimize the flow of electricity between energy sources, storage systems, and end-use applications. Unlike traditional inverters, they can actively monitor voltage, frequency, and grid conditions, making real-time adjustments to maintain stability and efficiency. These devices often communicate with digital systems, allowing remote control, diagnostics, and predictive maintenance. By balancing supply and demand more intelligently, smart inverters improve reliability, reduce energy losses, and support the seamless integration of renewable and distributed energy sources.

According to SEIA, these grid-edge devices are essential for integrating renewable energy by stabilizing voltage and frequency in decentralized solar systems.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Growing adoption of renewable energy

The Smart Inverters Market is propelled by the growing adoption of renewable energy sources, particularly solar and wind, which necessitate advanced inverter technologies. Increasing government incentives and sustainability initiatives are motivating utility providers and end-users to deploy smart inverters. Additionally, the push toward decentralized energy generation and energy storage integration is enhancing demand. Rising awareness of energy efficiency and grid stability is also driving market expansion, positioning smart inverters as a critical component in modern power systems.

Restraint:

High initial investment costs

High initial investment costs continue to restrain the smart inverters market, limiting adoption among small-scale renewable energy projects and residential users. The complexity of installation and integration into existing grids also acts as a barrier. Furthermore, maintenance and replacement expenses can deter potential buyers. Small renewable projects often opt for conventional inverters due to budget constraints. These financial and technical factors collectively slow the pace of market penetration despite increasing renewable energy demand.

Opportunity:

Integration with smart grid systems

Integration with smart grid systems presents significant opportunities for smart inverter deployment. As utilities and consumers seek real-time monitoring, automated energy management, and grid stability, smart inverters become indispensable. Expanding microgrid applications and energy storage solutions further broaden growth prospects. Moreover, technological advancements in communication protocols and IoT-enabled energy management open new revenue streams. Collaborations with utility providers for grid modernization projects amplify market potential, driving adoption across both developed and emerging regions.

Threat:

Technical failures affecting power stability

The market faces threats from technical failures affecting power stability, which can undermine confidence in smart inverter reliability. Grid disturbances, software glitches, or inverter malfunctions may disrupt energy flow and trigger financial losses. Cybersecurity vulnerabilities also pose risks as smart inverters become increasingly connected. Additionally, competition from conventional inverters with lower upfront costs can limit adoption. These challenges necessitate robust design, regular maintenance, and system monitoring to ensure sustained market growth and user trust.

Covid-19 Impact:

The Covid-19 pandemic temporarily slowed the smart inverters market due to disruptions in manufacturing, logistics, and renewable energy projects. However, post-pandemic recovery is accelerated by renewed emphasis on sustainable energy and resilient power infrastructure. Government stimulus packages targeting green energy initiatives have reignited deployment. Remote monitoring capabilities and digital grid management solutions gained prominence, highlighting the strategic value of smart inverters. Overall, Covid-19 acted as both a short-term restraint and a long-term catalyst for market modernization.

The central inverters segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The central inverters segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period, owing to its capability to manage large-scale solar and renewable installations efficiently. Its high power handling, reliability, and compatibility with utility-scale applications drive adoption. Additionally, central inverters facilitate easier integration with monitoring systems, providing enhanced operational control. Strong demand in commercial and industrial projects across Asia Pacific reinforces market share, positioning central inverters as the cornerstone for large-capacity renewable energy deployment.

The wired segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the wired segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate, reinforced by the reliability, consistent data transmission, and low latency offered in grid operations. Wired connections ensure stable communication between inverters, energy management systems, and smart meters. Industries with critical energy demands prefer wired setups to maintain continuous power quality. The expansion of utility-scale solar farms and industrial microgrids further fuels wired smart inverter adoption, offering precise energy management and contributing to the segment's rapid growth trajectory.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share, ascribed to large-scale solar deployment in China, India, and Japan. Government incentives, renewable energy targets, and expanding industrialization bolster smart inverter adoption. Rising investments in energy infrastructure and grid modernization further support market expansion. Additionally, strong local manufacturing capabilities and cost advantages in the region drive wide-scale deployment, consolidating Asia Pacific's leadership in the global smart inverters market.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the North America region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR driven by growing smart grid modernization projects and renewable energy integration. Technological innovations, favorable policies, and increasing adoption of distributed energy resources accelerate growth. The U.S. and Canada are investing in energy storage, microgrids, and grid resilience initiatives, fostering smart inverter demand. Moreover, awareness of energy efficiency, sustainability targets, and strategic collaborations with technology providers amplify market expansion, positioning North America as a high-growth region for smart inverters.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Smart Inverters Market include ABB Ltd., KUKA AG, Fanuc Corporation, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Rockwell Automation, Inc., Honeywell International Inc., Schneider Electric SE, Energid Technologies Corporation, SICK AG, Omron Corporation, Universal Robots, iRobot Corporation, Intuitive Surgical, Inc., Boston Dynamics, and Cyberhawk Innovations.

Key Developments:

In July 2025, Schneider Electric SE launched its next-generation "EcoStruxure Microgrid Inverter" with advanced grid-forming capabilities. This inverter allows facilities to autonomously island themselves from the main grid during outages, using solar and battery storage to create a stable, self-sustaining power microgrid for critical infrastructure, such as hospitals and data centers.

In June 2025, ABB Ltd. unveiled a new AI-powered smart inverter for utility-scale solar farms. The inverter uses machine learning to predict solar generation and grid congestion, allowing it to autonomously adjust voltage, frequency, and reactive power support in real-time to maintain grid stability and maximize energy delivery, even during fluctuating conditions.

Types Covered:

• Central Inverters
• String Inverters
• Microinverters
• Hybrid Inverters
• Off-Grid Inverters
• Grid-Tied Inverters

Connectivities Covered:

• Wired
• Wireless
• IoT-Enabled
• Cloud-Based
• SCADA Integrated
• Hybrid Connectivity

Applications Covered:

• Voltage Regulation
• Reactive Power Control
• Remote Monitoring
• Grid Services
• Islanding Detection

End Users Covered:

• Solar Power
• Wind Power
• Energy Storage

Regions Covered:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • Italy
  • France
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

• Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
• Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
• Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
• Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
• Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
• Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
• Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
• Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

• 2.1 Abstract
• 2.2 Stake Holders
• 2.3 Research Scope
• 2.4 Research Methodology
  • 2.4.1 Data Mining
  • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
  • 2.4.3 Data Validation
  • 2.4.4 Research Approach
• 2.5 Research Sources
  • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
  • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
  • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

• 3.1 Introduction
• 3.2 Drivers
• 3.3 Restraints
• 3.4 Opportunities
• 3.5 Threats
• 3.6 Application Analysis
• 3.7 End User Analysis
• 3.8 Emerging Markets
• 3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

• 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
• 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
• 4.3 Threat of substitutes
• 4.4 Threat of new entrants
• 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Smart Inverters Market, By Type

• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 Central Inverters
• 5.3 String Inverters
• 5.4 Microinverters
• 5.5 Hybrid Inverters
• 5.6 Off-Grid Inverters
• 5.7 Grid-Tied Inverters

6 Global Smart Inverters Market, By Connectivity

• 6.1 Introduction
• 6.2 Wired
• 6.3 Wireless
• 6.4 IoT-Enabled
• 6.5 Cloud-Based
• 6.6 SCADA Integrated
• 6.7 Hybrid Connectivity

7 Global Smart Inverters Market, By Application

• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Voltage Regulation
• 7.3 Reactive Power Control
• 7.4 Remote Monitoring
• 7.5 Grid Services
• 7.6 Islanding Detection

8 Global Smart Inverters Market, By End User

• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Solar Power
• 8.3 Wind Power
• 8.4 Energy Storage

9 Global Smart Inverters Market, By Geography

• 9.1 Introduction
• 9.2 North America
  • 9.2.1 US
  • 9.2.2 Canada
  • 9.2.3 Mexico
• 9.3 Europe
  • 9.3.1 Germany
  • 9.3.2 UK
  • 9.3.3 Italy
  • 9.3.4 France
  • 9.3.5 Spain
  • 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
• 9.4 Asia Pacific
  • 9.4.1 Japan
  • 9.4.2 China
  • 9.4.3 India
  • 9.4.4 Australia
  • 9.4.5 New Zealand
  • 9.4.6 South Korea
  • 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
• 9.5 South America
  • 9.5.1 Argentina
  • 9.5.2 Brazil
  • 9.5.3 Chile
  • 9.5.4 Rest of South America
• 9.6 Middle East & Africa
  • 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
  • 9.6.2 UAE
  • 9.6.3 Qatar
  • 9.6.4 South Africa
  • 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

• 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
• 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
• 10.3 New Product Launch
• 10.4 Expansions
• 10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

• 11.1 ABB Ltd.
• 11.2 KUKA AG
• 11.3 Fanuc Corporation
• 11.4 Yaskawa Electric Corporation
• 11.5 Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• 11.6 Siemens AG
• 11.7 General Electric Company
• 11.8 Rockwell Automation, Inc.
• 11.9 Honeywell International Inc.
• 11.10 Schneider Electric SE
• 11.11 Energid Technologies Corporation
• 11.12 SICK AG
• 11.13 Omron Corporation
• 11.14 Universal Robots
• 11.15 iRobot Corporation
• 11.16 Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
• 11.17 Boston Dynamics
• 11.18 Cyberhawk Innovations