The global Mobile Cases And Covers Market size is expected to reach USD 42,881.3 million by the year 2033. Meanwhile, the market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 5.8% between 2023 and 2033. In 2023, the market is assessed to account for USD 24,401.2 million.
The mobile cases and covers industry is highly influenced by evolving lifestyle trends and the increasing spending capacities of consumers. To ensure a long shelf life of smartphones, consumers are using protective cases and covers.
Increasing demand for 360-degree surface protection for smartphones is offering significant profit-earning opportunities for key players in the mobile cases and covers market. Millennials are more concerned about reducing plastic waste, hence the biodegradable mobile cases and covers market is expected to grow in the next decade.
The global mobile cases and covers market is expected to grow 1.5x of the current market value by the end of 2033.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Mobile Cases and Covers Market Size (2023) | USD 24,401.2 million |
| Projected Market Value (2033) | USD 42,881.3 million |
| Global Market Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) | 5.8% CAGR |
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By product volume, the mobile covers segment is expected to hold the maximum market share from 2023 to 2033, attributed to the increasing demand for lightweight covers providing maximum protection from drops, bumps, and shocks.
The plastic material segment is expected to create substantial incremental revenue opportunities by the end of 2033, as this material has good barrier strength. Leather provides a classy look.
That’s why it is preferred by a certain portion of the population. By print type, the “with print” segment is anticipated to hold a major share of mobile cases and covers the industry during the forecast period.
The Asia Pacific is expected to outpace the global mobile cases and covers the market in the next decade, attributable to the presence of a large number of consumers. China, India, and Japan are anticipated to offer lucrative opportunities, driven by the increasing production of smartphones and cost-effective mobile cases and covers.
The mobile cases and covers industry is subject to the choices and preferences of the end-consumers. By print type, out of “with print” and “without print”, the population using “with print” cases and covers is higher than the one using “without print”.
This could be credited to the fact that millennials prefer cheesy things, which include vying for style and aesthetics. There is a running trend of competing based on the print on mobile cases and covers.
Likewise, out of back covers and flip covers, end-consumers prefer back covers as that saves on downtime. These days, people prefer quick access. In the case of flip covers, people don’t even prefer taking time out to lift the covers and have a look. So, back covers are the winner – out and out.
Hard cases are preferred by those who are continuously on the move. It so happens that there is luggage to be taken care of. Hard cases help in rendering proper protection to the mobiles even if they encounter any jerk or pressure. College-going students tend to prefer pouches as mobile cases and cover due to the “appearance” factor creeping in. However, corporates prefer wallets, as they go pretty well with their corporate looks.
It could be inferred that the manufacturers of mobile cases and covers cater to every type of customer. The focus, of late, is on the materials used for making these cases and covers. Environmental hazards were always a matter of concern. To address this concern, biodegradable mobile cases and covers have come into the picture.
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Wood and Paper & paperboards to be the Epicentre
With environmental friendliness doing the rounds all across, biodegradable mobile cases and covers are being increasingly asked for. Substances like wood and paper & paperboard are durable as well as recyclable. Also, the other advantage of these mobile cases and covers is that being bad conductors of heat and electricity, one could handle them with utmost comfort irrespective of the ambiance.
Though the initial investment seems to be so much, once installed, the returns are enormous. These mobile cases and covers could seem to be costly, but in the long run, the cost gets covered due to the longevity.
Fabrics and bioplastics are the other materials falling in the category of biodegradable substances. They are also being tried out to make mobile cases and covers.
Though the adoption is pretty low in under-developed economies as plastic cases and covers are pocket-friendly, the upcoming period is bound to see these biodegradable materials taking over. Awareness campaigns are being undertaken. The outcome is bound to be seen in the forecast period.
| Region/ Country | North America |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2022) | 25.7% |
| 2023 Market Value (USD) | USD 6,271.10 million |
| Region/ Country | Europe |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2022) | 23.9% |
| 2023 Market Value (USD) | USD 5,831.88 million |
| Region/ Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2022) | 4.7% |
| 2023 Market Value (USD) | USD 1,146.85 million |
| Region/ Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2022) | 5.5% |
| 2023 Market Value (USD) | USD 1,342.06 million |
| Region/ Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Market Share % (2022) | 1.7% |
| 2023 Market Value (USD) | USD 414.82 million |
Though North America and Europe are home to an appreciable mobile-friendly population, it’s the Asian countries holding the flag high. In the last few years, countries like India, China, Singapore, and Malaysia have seen a tremendous penetration of smartphones, and the status quo is expected to remain unchanged even going forward.
| Countries | CAGR % (2023 to 2033) |
|---|---|
| China | 8.9% |
| India | 8.3% |
| The United Kingdom | 4.4% |
Research states that an Indian, on average, consumes 12 GB of data per month. Moreover, the country adds close to 25 million new-fangled smartphone users every 3 months. As of October 2021, India is home to 1.18 billion mobile connections and 600 million smartphones.
The number of mobile users translates to the number of mobile cases and covers. It would be the rarest of the rare phenomenon to see a mobile user not using a case or cover.
China is another country with the proliferation of mobiles and smartphones. An interesting fact over here is that maximum users of Apple’s iPhone come from Asian countries.
With these many smartphones floating all across Asian countries, the problem of disposal of electronic waste is rampant. There hasn’t been any concrete solution to it in the last few years.
On top of that, if mobile cases and covers also create a roadblock herein, the environment would be far from being in its all-giving stature. Therefore, it’s advisable to go for biodegradable mobile cases and covers.
Some end-consumers prefer leather or rubber covers, but then the use of leather is banned by certain countries in the wake of turning completely vegan. On the other hand, the use of biodegradable materials, as the name suggests, does not harm the environment.
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The global mobile cases and covers industry is highly fragmented with the presence of many local and unorganized players. Also, many new players are expected to participate in the global mobile cases and cover the industry to leverage significant growth opportunities.
The key players focus on product innovation, acquisitions, and upgrading with sales through e-Commerce to increase their global presence and customer base in the global mobile cases and cover market.
The global mobile cases and covers market players are subject to maximum turmoil with new cases and covers launched now and then. Also, the focus is more on saying “no” to plastic.
Several local players are making an entry into the market for mobile cases and covers. They produce cases and covers that apply to all smartphones having the same size and thickness. The mobile cases and covers industry, thus, suffice almost every stratum of the global population.
This is the peculiarity of this market. Besides, the initial investment to set up a shop for mobile cases and covers is not that much to act as a barrier for the retailers. Even the general stores have these cases and covers displayed. On the whole, this market, even though volatile, is stay put, with varieties being floated concerning the material.
Key Developments in the Mobile Cases and Covers Market:
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Forecast Period | 2023 to 2033 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2018 to 2022 |
| Market Analysis | USD million/billion for Value |
| Key Regions Covered | North America; Latin America; Europe; South Asia; East Asia; Oceania; and the Middle East & Africa |
| Key Countries Covered | The United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Benelux, Russia, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Türkiye, Egypt, North Africa, South Africa, and GCC Countries |
| Key Market Segments Covered | Product, Material, Print Type, and Region |
| Key Companies Profiled | XtremeGuard; Belkin International, Inc.; ZAGG Intellectual Property Holding Co.; MOKO; Amzer; Griffin Technology; Incipio, LLC; CG Mobile; Shenzhen Ipaky Electronic Co., Ltd; Otter Products LLC |
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The market is valued at USD 24.4 billion in 2023.
XtremeGuard, and Belkin International, Inc. are key market players.
China dominates the growth of mobile cases and covers the market.
Increasing demand for lightweight covers.to fuel the market.
The market’s CAGR from 2023 to 2033 will be 5.8%.
1. Executive Summary 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Product 5.1. Cases 5.1.1. Wallets 5.1.2. Pouches 5.1.3. Hard Cases 5.2. Covers 5.2.1. Back Covers 5.2.2. Flip Covers 6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Material 6.1. Plastic 6.1.1. Polypropylene 6.1.2. Polyethylene 6.1.3. PVC 6.1.4. Polyurethane 6.1.5. Others 6.2. Leather 6.3. Silicone 6.4. Rubber 6.5. Biodegradable 6.5.1. Wood 6.5.2. Fabric 6.5.3. Bioplastic 6.5.4. Paper & Paperboard 7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Print Type 7.1. With Print 7.2. Without Print 8. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 8.1. North America 8.2. Latin America 8.3. Europe 8.4. Asia Pacific 8.5. MEA 9. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 10. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 11. Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 12. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 13. MEA Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 14. Key Countries Market Analysis 15. Market Structure Analysis 16. Competition Analysis 16.1. XtremeGuard 16.2. Belkin International, Inc. 16.3. ZAGG Intellectual Property Holding Co. 16.4. MOKO 16.5. Amzer 16.6. Griffin Technology 16.7. Incipio, LLC 16.8. CG Mobile 16.9. Shenzhen Ipaky Electronic Co., Ltd 16.10. Otter Products LLC 17. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 18. Research Methodology
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