Germany Voice Over LTE (VoLTE) and Voice Over Wi-Fi (VoWi-Fi) Market

Germany VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Market Size and Outlook Forecast from 2025 to 2035

The growing smartphone penetration and 5G networks rollout in upcoming years, the demand for IP-based voice solution in Germany VoLTE and VoWiFi technology is anticipated to grow in the double digits in the next 10 years. As telecom providers dismantle outdated 3G networks, Voice over LTE (VoLTE) is the voice service of choice, offering millions of subscribers HD (high definition) voice quality, shorter call setup times & more reliable connections.

In fact, VoWiFi is being deployed at an ever-increasing rate in order to cater for the demand for indoor coverage and smooth handover across network types. Wi-fi 6 and private 5G networks are also a growing phenomenon to make low-cost high-quality voice calls possible even at low signal areas to further enhance VoWifi services, whereby voice calls get connected like that for Internet data charge.

The market is expected to grow from USD 4000.0 in 2020 to USD 1,092.6 Million by 2025 with a CAGR of 23.6% over the next five years and will reach USD 11900.0 million by 2030.

Market Attributes and Growth Projections

Attributes	Values (USD Million)
Estimated Market Size in 2025	USD 1,092.6 Million
Projected Market Size in 2035	USD 9,091.3 Million
Value-based CAGR from 2025 to 2035	23.6%

Semi-Annual Market Update on Germany VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Network Trends

The table below outlines the semi-annual growth rate of the market, offering insights into industry trends.

Particular	Value CAGR
H1 2024	22.8% (2024 to 2034)
H2 2024	23.2% (2024 to 2034)
H1 2025	23.4% (2025 to 2035)
H2 2025	23.9% (2025 to 2035)

Germany is witnessing a steady growth in the market for VoLTE and VoWi-Fi, in line with the global demand for increase in communication technologies. Enterprise adoption of VoWiFi solutions helped a moderate rise in growth from H1 2024 (22.8%) to H2 2024 (23.2%). This has been the case during H1 2025 (23.4%) and H2 2025 (23.9%) driven by improving networks and the roll-out of 5G.

Recent Developments in the Germany VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Ecosystem

Date	Development / M&A Activity & Details
Jan-25	Deutsche Telekom expands VoLTE and VoWi-Fi capabilities to enhance indoor call quality.
Oct-24	Vodafone Germany partners with cloud VoIP providers to improve enterprise VoWi-Fi solutions.
Mar-24	Telefónica Germany launches AI-powered call optimization for VoLTE and VoWi-Fi services.
Sep-24	Samsung integrates advanced VoWi-Fi features in its latest smartphone lineup, boosting call reliability.
Dec-23	Germany’s Bundesnetzagentur allocates new spectrum to support rising VoWi-Fi adoption in urban and rural areas.

Key Industry Highlights of the Germany VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Deployment

Rising 5G Deployment and Network Expansion

Germany's 5G network, the use of VoLTE and VoWi-Fi services is becoming more widespread. Indeed, Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone and Telefonica, large operators investing in the amount of 5G coverage it has across the country to improve Voice quality, Latency, and successfully connecting calls. With LTE and 5G networks replacing old circuit-switched infrastructure, VoLTE has emerged as the standard for high-definition voice services.

In addition, the VoLTE handovers enabled by 5G help facilitate a seamless user experience. The gradual shutdown of 3G networks, which was fully completed in 2021, has also pushed VoLTE penetration by encouraging users to transition to LTE and 5G, rendering VoWi-Fi a vital assistive option for indoor connectivity, particularly in rural and suburban areas that have less and even nonexistent cellular signals.

Growing Demand for High-Quality Voice Services

Consumer demand for better voice quality and seamless connectivity are so widespread in Germany that the adoption of VoLTE and VoWi-Fi is increasing. Compared to legacy networks, VoLTE delivers HD voice clarity, faster call setup times and better call stability. VoWi-Fi is also being utilized by businesses and enterprises in areas where traditional mobile signals cannot penetrate buildings thus improving two-way communications within a building.

This has also propelled demand for VoWi-Fi adoption since this technology is enabling continuous voice services during work-from-home and hybrid model office services. Moreover, Germany has high smartphone penetration, and most devices are factory-configured for VoLTE and VoWi-Fi, making it easy for users to enjoy high-quality voice calling with minimal effort to adopt, encouraging big-scale usage in both urban and rural areas.

Increased Adoption of VoWi-Fi for Enterprise Communication

German enterprises are rapidly adopting VoWi-Fi to improve workplace communication, especially in high-rise buildings and below-ground office spaces where mobile coverage is weak. VoWi-Fi is being deployed in combination with Unified Communications (UC) solutions to give large organizations and SMEs the ability to make calls over corporate Wi-Fi networks without needing cellular coverage.

In Germany, this trend is assisted by the strong fiber-optic and broadband infrastructure, which can guarantee stable VoWi-Fi connectivity. With increasing numbers of people working remotely and in hybrid work models, VoWi-Fi solutions available in conjunction with business VoIP services are now much desired, as these can give employees continuity of communication anywhere in the world without being dependent on voice networks and cellular voice plans, saving on costs.

VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Integration with 5G Standalone (SA) Networks

The country is moving toward 5G Standalone (SA) networks that do not rely on any LTE infrastructure. This shift will accelerate the evolution of VoLTE and VoWi-Fi into 5G-native voice, providing the opportunity for enhanced performance and lower latency. 5G Ras Interfaces: Operators such as Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone are trialing Voice over New Radio (VoNR) as a substitute for legacy voice infrastructures while also working to provide handover between VoLTE and 5G VoNR calls.

At the same time, VoWi-Fi is advancing with edge computing integration, allowing for real-time processing of voice data and AI-enhanced call quality improvements. This makes Germany a pioneer in the provision of next-generation voice services: at the end of the day, all communication flows through an IP-based communication network from end to end, as traditional, circuit-switched voice networks are retired.

Germany VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Market by Technology Type, Subscriber Base, Device Type, Operator Strategy, and Region

By Technology

Technology	Market Share (2025)
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)	60.0%
Others	40.0%

VoLTE dominating the market due to 5G expansion, network upgrades and the 3G phase-out. The telecom providers are prioritizing VoLTE for superior voice quality, low-latency calls and video calling.

By Device Type

Device Type	Market Share (2025)
Smartphones	67.0%
Others	33.0%

Smartphones lead the market due to rising 5G adoption, improved VoLTE-enabled devices, and increasing demand for HD voice services.

Market Concentration and Competitive Landscape of VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Providers in Germany

The German VoLTE and VoWi-Fi market is highly competitive with the major telecom operators and technology firms are propelling the innovation.

Vendors	Market Share (2025)
Deutsche Telekom	32.0%
Vodafone Germany	27.0%
Telefonica Germany	20.0%
Samsung	8.0%
Others	13.0%

Top Segments Studied in the Germany VoLTE and VoWi-Fi Market: Technology Type, Network Strategy, End User, Device Category, and Region

By Technology:

• LTE Voice
• Voice Over Wi-Fi.

By Device Type:

• Smartphones
• Tablets
• Laptops
• Wearables
• IoT Devices.

By Application:

• Consumer Communication
• Enterprise Communication
• Unified Communication Platforms.